Was Moroni a resurrected being when he appeared to Joseph Smith?
Question Gramps, Was Moroni a resurrected being when he came to Joseph Smith? Robin Answer Hi Robin, Thank you for your question. The answer is a clear - yes! On the Church's website it states the following: In 1823 Moroni was sent as...
Are spirits able to be tempted by Satan in Spirit Paradise?
Question Gramps, I’ve been wondering about the conditions in spirit paradise, mainly are spirits there able to be tempted by Satan, and other wicked influences? Also, will all spirits in spirit paradise be eventually exalted after the Resurrection? Mike ...
Why does Satan have so much power?
Question Gramps, I have been studying lately many experiences that apostles of the church have had while they have been preaching the gospel. Especially the experiences of Heber C. Kimball when he preached in England. There are many instances where Satan has...
Why does this scripture in Isaiah and in the Book of Mormon always seem so contradictory?
Question Gramps, What does it mean, "For all this his anger is not turned away, but his hand is stretched out still"? Why is it repeated so many times and always seems contradictory? Beatrice Answer Beatrice, Thanks for the question, Beatrice....
How many judgments are there?
Question Gramps, Firstly, I would like to say I am so grateful for the effort & time you put in to helping everyone with their questions. It really is a blessing for us to go somewhere for help and receive the answers with scripture quotes attached. I have...
If we cause anguish to another, does that anguish become ours on judgment day?
Question Gramps, Once I hear a truth taught in Church, I commit it as part of my testimony, which includes this: If someone commits a vile act and causes anguish upon another then that anguish becomes their own come Judgement Day if they don't seek the...
How can I have faith when facing trials raising a special needs child?
Question Gramps, Hello. I have had years of "severe" trials raising a son with special needs. He has autism. Of course he brings joy and perfect love to our home and is really fun. I can't ignore the difficulty I cope with daily. It is constantly stressful and...
Why did Nephi use the word bible?
Question Gramps, Why in 2 Nephi 29:6 would Nephi have used the word Bible? Annette Answer Hi Annette, Nephi would not have used the word "Bible". He would not have used any English words at all. Nephi did not speak English, but a dialect of...
If I relapse do I have no chance of being forgiven?
Question Gramps, I have a question. I have been addicted to marijuana for 20 years and recently quit and began repenting for it. I then had a relapse. Does this mean I have no chance at being forgiven now because I repented for it but did it again ? Brian...
What does 2 Nephi 19:17 mean and why does it seem so contradictory?
Question Gramps, What does it mean, "For all this his anger is not turned away, but his hand is stretched out still"? Why is it repeated so many times and always seems contradictory? Beatrice Answer Beatrice, Thanks for the question, Beatrice....
Why do members believe contrary to two distinct gospel truths?
Question Gramps, In prefacing my question, I acknowledge two distinct truths taught in the gospel: (1) the only thing we take with us to the afterlife is our knowledge of the gospel, education, etc. and, ; (2) The Sealing power ensures husband and wife's...
Is my husband’s ex-wife still sealed to him if she committed suicide?
Question Hello Gramps, My husband was married and sealed to his ex wife for 10 years. They got divorced as she cheated on him. She died before my husband could cancel their sealing, most likely from suicide. He and I are not sealed yet but we are planing on...
Can you be from two different tribes?
Question Gramps, My blessing says I am from the tribe of a Ephraim and carry the blood of Manasseh. What does that mean? Can you be of both tribes? Chrissan Answer Hello Chrissan, Thank you for your question, and it is a great question. In my...
Can deaf and speech impaired people able to perform baptisms?
Question Hello Gramps, Is it possible for deaf and mute people to baptize someone? Dean Answer Dear Dean, The proper mode of baptism in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is revealed in D&C 20:71-71 and further clarified in the...
Did Moroni write the title page to the Book of Mormon?
Question Gramps, Did Moroni write the title page to the Book of Mormon? Robert Answer Dear Robert, We don't know. What is now the title page was originally on the last of the gold plates, so it is reasonable to assume that Moroni wrote it....
Did God create everything in our physical universe?
Question Gramps, Did God create everything and every last planet/star in our physical universe? Were there other galaxies that we could potentially travel too that were created by other Gods besides Elohim/Jehovah? What does the church believe on this issue?...
Who has seen a vision of outer darkness?
Question Hey Gramps, In D&C 76:47 we read that the Lord has shown a vision of outer darkness "unto many". Is there any record of those who may have seen this vision? Highway89 Answer Dear Highway89, This is a good question, but, one that I am...
Is using the nickname “Mormon” a victory for the adversary?
Question Gramps, Recently, President Nelson emphasized that we need to use the correct name of the Church. In his talk he says that if we use nicknames like Mormon, it is a major victory for Satan. When I served a mission, the Church was at the height of its...
Where was Mary and Joseph when Jesus died?
Question Hey Gramps, Is there any record of where Mary and Joseph were when Jesus died and was resurrected? Highway89 Answer Dear Highway89, This is a great question. According to the main page of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints,...
Can a person advance to a higher degree of glory if repenting after death?
Question Gramps, Is a person able to repent after they die and will it allow them to 'advance' to a higher degree of glory if they do so? I understand that they will have to suffer the consequences, but is that the same as repentance. Greg Answer ...
How did the Gentiles get their hands on the brass plates?
Question Gramps, How did the Gentiles get their hands on the brass plates from the Jews as said in 1 Nephi 13? Any historical events regarding the book? Dallas Answer Dallas, Thank you for asking this question. The "brass plates" in the Book of...
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