How do we develop the kind of faith that causes miracles to come to pass in our lives?
Question Dear Gramps, I am a brand new subscriber and would love to get your opinion on a couple of issues. How do we develop the kind of faith that causes miracles to come to pass in our lives? How do we change our faith from a belief in the truth to the kind...
What were the passages of the King James Version of the Bible that were corrected by the Prophet Joseph Smith?
Question Dear Gramps, I understand the official (or only) version of the Bible used by LDS is the King James version and only if it is/has been interpreted correctly. Where is the line drawn for correct interpretation of the bible? Could you please address the...
As members of the Church, what can I do to encourage my husband to give up the notion of wearing earrings?
Question Dear Gramps, I am a convert to the church of 5 years. My husband has been in the church almost 3 years. We have three sons under the age of ten and one due in November. I am far from perfect but try each day to do better and be a good example for my...
Did Job really exist?
Question Gramps, I was wondering if Job really existed? Is there a church statement that said he did, or do we just assume he did. I have heard from scholars that his life is more of just a symbolism (perhaps of Christ). I am confused on the subject. Victor...
Who is the author of the Plan of Salvation?
Question Gramps, Who is the author of the Plan of Salvation and who presented it at the grand council in Heaven? Walter Answer Walter, Heavenly Father is the creator of the Plan of Salvation. Elder L. Tom Perry explained this simply in the October...
Can’t we get rid of the Old Testament?
Question Gramps, My question goes this way. Now in the modern world, all churches base their laws on the New Testament. Why can't they remove the Old Testament from the bible? Samuel Answer Dear Samuel, I find the best way to answer this sort of...
Are the writings of Ellen G. White inspired? Is she truly a prophet?
Question Dear gramps, Are the writings of Ellen White truly inspired and in harmony with the bible? I see many people accept her teachings but I can see some confusing statements from her. Can you explain whether Ellen G White is truly a prophet? Anonymous...
Are we allowed to call God any other name besides Heavenly Father?
Question Gramps, A friend argued his point that members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints only call Heavenly Father by this title. That we are never allowed to use God, Lord or King. As a recent convert I did not know for sure. Christina...
Can an inactive child still be part of our Celestial family?
Question Gramps, Several years after our marriage, my wife and I were sealed in the temple and our three children sealed at that time. We later had a daughter born under the covenant. She has become inactive in the church but is very well read and only watches...
Are apostles and prophets words considered modern scriptures?
Question Gramps, We have to consider what our actual apostles and prophets say as scriptures? We were discussing this subject with some brothers and I think they speak to us acording to the Father's will, like the prophets in Bible or in the Book of Mormon. In...
Why does the Church allow some to spread their message in firesides?
Question Gramps, There are several books written by members who claim they have seen the future and are commanded by God and angels to warn the public about what they have seen. They are even giving firesides in church buildings on the topic. Many members...
Should we be seeking for positions of leadership?
Question Gramps, I know that, according to Elder Uchtdorf, we should not seek to hide or to lead in the church. Instead, we should joyfully "lift where we stand." Should we follow the same principle in the business world? For instance, I work at a call center...
If an oath is a verbal declaration why didn’t I have to say anything when ordained to the Melchizedek Priesthood?
Question Dear Gramps, Section 84 of the Doctrine & Covenants details the Oath and Covenant of the Priesthood. It is my understanding that an oath is a solemn verbal declaration. Yet I remember making no such verbal declaration when I was ordained to the...
Joseph Smith quote? Opportunity to raise children that have died young?
Question Gramps, I'm trying to find this quote "if I was to tell you who I was in the preexistence you would call it blasphemous and wish to take away my life" 40 years ago as a missionary we discussed this quotation by Joseph Smith. Can you help? Jon ...
Will men who never have the opportunity for marriage receive the blessings after death?
Question Dear Gramps, I am a young man who is single. I have been trying to find an eternal companion, but I have yet to be successful. I hear a lot about how if a young woman doesn't get married because she doesn't have the chance she will have that...
What do I do if I become aware of fraudulent receipts that are being paid for out of the welfare fund?
Question Gramps, I am our ward financial clerk and just became aware that rent receipts submitted may be fraudulent. What should I do? Valrick Answer Hello Valrick, Thank you for your question. It is unfortunate that you have been placed in this...
Is this a coincidence or an answer to a prayer?
Question Gramps, First, I love the Q&As that we see from you on Facebook. I didn’t think until to ask your thoughts on this. When I was in middle and high school I was bullied, mostly by one guy in particular. After I graduated high school (this was in...
Why did God covenant with groups and should I really care about it?
Question Gramps, As I read 1-2nd Nephi I always wonder why God deals with people as large groups and makes promises to them that are fulfilled over centuries and even millennia. To me these promises are not motivational because they are too remote. Yet, they...
Do wards now have security people who sit on the stand keeping watch?
Question Gramps, I have attended several ward sacrament meetings over that last few years and I have heard rumors about church safety and the act of conceal carrying in sacrament meetings. I too have noticed a new habit of older gentlemen (some known to be the...
Where do the evil people of the world go when they die?
Question Gramps, When we think of terrible people on earth like Hitler, it makes one wonder just where will they end up? Doesn't it seem the Telestial World is too good for them? Richard Answer Dear Richard, There are so many wonderful scriptures...
What is the yellow dog prophecy and where can I learn more about it?
Question Gramps, I am looking for the story regarding yellow dog which is related to conditions before the second coming. Victor Answer Victor, The story of the yellow dog is really nothing more than one of those Mormon myths. The best that I can...
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