Why are there contradicting accounts of the First Vision by Joseph Smith?
Question Hi Gramps, I was wondering – recently my husband heard that there were contradicting accounts of the First Vision from the Prophet Joseph Smith. Do you know anything about this? This is very disheartening to my husband and I’m at a loss.. not sure what...
How do you know when to stay married and keep trying or just call it quits?
Question Gramps, We were sealed 4 yrs ago, after 7 years of marriage. It was an outcome of him trying to prove to me he had stopped his porn, alcohol, smoking addictions. but he hadn’t. I later had a thought come and hit me that I wouldn’t make it to the...
If pre-existence is a fact, then why would Paul teach the natural body to be first, then the spiritual?
Question Gramps, If pre-existence is a fact, then why would Paul teach the natural body to be first, then the spiritual? Howbeit that that was not first which is spiritual, but that which is natural; and afterward that which is spiritual (1 Cor 15:46). Wouldn’t...
What kingdom will Born Again Christians obtain who reject certain aspects of our religion?
Question Dear Gramps, Do you have any ideas / suggestions what kind of kingdom devout, practicing Born Again Christians can inherit, that completely reject Joseph Smith and classify the LDS church as a cult? Andre Answer Andre, Unfortunately, the...
Can we really know anything 100%
Question Dear Gramps, My friends and I had a long discussion about knowledge. Often, I hear people at the pulpit testify that they "know" something is true. We considered the idea that while the standard error for things we strongly believe could be very small...
What is the situation of those who lived valiant lives during mortality but never had heard of the gospel of Jesus Christ?
Question Dear Gramps, I have great faith and trust that Heavenly Father will do the best for his children, but I would like clarification on the matter of those who will come forth in the morning of the first resurrection. I do a lot of family history and...
What can I do to be a better person when something always seems to stop me?
Question Hi Gramps, I need some real help here Gramps. I’m wanting to be a better person in my life, and I want to help people and do righteous works, but there’s something always stopping me from becoming that someone. I feel like there’s no hope or...
Oxen in the temple? What is the earth’s location during the millennium?
Question Gramps, When the earth receives its paradisiacal order or its terrestrial glory, will it be near Kolob during the Millennium? Kevin Answer kevin, Thank you for taking a moment to ask your question pertaining to the earth's location during...
How could God be just if children born in the covenant were to inherit the celestial kingdom in spite of their worthiness?
Question Dear Gramps, I was researching what it means to born in the covenant...what benefits/responsibilities this conveys, etc. I read the Orson Whitney quote (which I had never seen) with some astonishment and a feeling of deep humility for the love and...
Did Ishmael’s family accompany Lehi’s family into the wilderness?
Question Gramps, If Laman and Lemuel were married to two of Ishmael's daughters, did they accompany Lehi's family when they left Jerusalem to travel into the wilderness? Julia Answer Julia, Thank you for your question. Let me give you a little...
How can I control my thoughts when looking at girls?
Question Dear Gramps, I need to know what is “normal” for a Latter-Day Saint man with regards to noticing other women out in public. Or maybe I need to know what the Lord expects. Men have always been girl watchers since time immemorial. But I have noticed with...
Is investing in a marijuana company going against Church doctrine or standards?
Question Hey Gramps team! I love your work. You’re the best. I’m considering dabbling into investing. And I’m tempted to find a marijuana company to focus on. I think it’s only a matter of time before recreational marijuana will be tolerated in the nation and...
What happens to the money paid as tithing in the United Kingdom?
Question Hello Gramps Can you please tell me what happens to the money that results from tithing in the UK? Is it kept in the UK in whole or in part to be used by the Church for UK expenditure? David Answer Dear David, All tithing donations are to...
When did the American Founding Fathers appear in the St. George temple?
Question Dear Gramps, I am looking for an account of the Founding Fathers coming to the St George Mormon Temple to have their work done. There is a copy of the painting in Washington DC Temple. Where can I find this account? Steve Answer Dear...
Does God get angry?
Question Gramps, Does God get angry? Melissa Answer Dear Melissa, God absolutely gets angry! The scriptures attest to His wrath that get poured out among the wicked, and it is not spared against those who fail to live up to their covenants. The...
Is there scripture that supports baptism for the dead?
Question Gramps, I have a question about baptizing for the dead. I believe the LDS church is the only one performing this. I was wondering if you have any scripture to support that? You have 3 extra scriptures, so I think that you really should be able to find...
Can we be sealed to someone other than our parents?
Question Gramps, If a father is unworthy and the mother is deceased, can an adult child be sealed to his grandparents or aunt and uncle? Pat Answer Pat, The sealing power was restored through the great prophet Elijah who came to "turn the heart of...
If I can still feel the spirit when I drink coffee, does it then make it okay?
Question Gramps, The Spirit has warned me against tobacco and alcohol, but I have never felt a warning from coffee or tea. I still feel the Spirit when I drink coffee. The Lord has revealed to me that there are spirits in the Spirit world waiting for me to do...
Can I attend my child’s same sex wedding?
Question Gramps, Is it wrong for a person to attend a wedding of a same-sex couple? What if my child marries someone of the same sex, would it be wrong for me to attend? Greg Answer Greg, In order to answer your question, I reach out to Richard...
Why do we refer to people in the church as President?
Question Gramps, Why do we refer to people in the church as president? Why are Elder Eyring and Oaks presidents instead of one of the 14 apostles (and not twelve)? When we say we believe in the same organization that existed in the primitive church these titles...
Should schooling or marriage take priority?
Question Gramps, Why do they tell us not to delay marriage for school? The average person received a Bachelor's is 24.8. That is not an old age to get married Gail Answer Gail, The scriptures tell us that God's ways are not our ways and that His...
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