Why didn’t Christ organize the Church during his time as completely as Joseph Smith did?
Question Dear Gramps, I have a question about how Christ restored the church during his life. Joseph Smith within a span of 20 years completely restored the church with temples, temple ordinances, plural marriage, work for the dead, etc. Why didn’t Christ...
How can I help others appreciate the Proclamation regarding the family?
Question Dear Gramps, I have been reading the Family: A Proclamation to the World and it made me think about different families who might not feel they belong to the description in the Proclamation. How can I help people appreciate the Proclamation if they do...
How could so many follow Lucifer knowing what they were giving up?
Question Dear Gramps, How would so many spirits (the 1/3 part) who were cast out and followed Lucifer so willing to walk out of the Pre-mortal life knowing they were giving up their eternal salvation Sugar Answer Dear Sugar, It is extremely...
What is the Church’s stance on exorcism?
Question I am wondering what the Church's stance is regarding exorcisms. Do they believe in possessions? If so, what is done about it? Michelle Answer Michelle, Because there are examples in Christ's time of possessions, the official stance of the...
Do Latter-day Saints worship Adam as a god?
Question Dear Gramps, Could you make any comments on the following: Brigham Young stated: Our father Adam came into the garden of Eden . . . and brought Eve, one of his wives. . . . He is our Father and our God. (Journal of Discourses, Volume I, page 50, 1854...
What discipline can one expect if violating the Law of Chastity? And for how long?
Question Dear Gramps, When an endowed priesthood holder violates the law of chastity before he is married, what church discipline is invoked and what is it based upon (severity, length of time, etc)? Kristi Answer Dear Kristi, The duties of a...
Why do we need a prophet if we can receive revelation on our own?
Question Gramps, Since we believe that God can speak to everyone individually through the spirit, why then would we need a prophet (Such as Russel M. Nelson)? What would God reveal to the Prophet that he could not tell me directly instead? My first guess is...
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...
- Be courteous
- Be patient
- Before you ask Gramps, search the site for your answer
- Do some research
Read More