How do I know that I have been forgiven?
Question Gramps, How do I know I'm forgiven? I'm a missionary and have confessed so many things to my Mission President, I've obsessed over possible sins I could have done. My Mission President tells me I've been out a year and I have nothing to worry about. ...
Could you answer these questions regarding the Book of Mormon?
Question Dear Gramps, I’d be pleased to know the names in the Book of Mormon pronouncing guide that you claim are in usage today in South America. Roger Answer Dear Roger, From those who speak Quichua, I have been told the following: Mocum (Mocu)–...
If I denied doctrine in the past, do I need to confess this to my Bishop?
Question Gramps, I used to not believe in the church but still stayed in it. Recently I gained an even stronger testimony of the church. I repented of all my sins and I can feel the Holy Spirit. Is the fact that I privately denied the doctrine mean I have to...
If my patriarchal blessing is missing a key word, should I be worried?
Question Dear Gramps, I lived a rough life in my youth, but came back to the church, went to the temple, baptized and ordained my sons. All kinds of wonderful things. When my son received his blessing, it said he would come forth in the "morning" of the first...
Can someone be called into a Church Disciplinary Council without coming forward to the Bishop first?
Question Gramps, My uncle recently received a letter from his bishop calling him to repent to appear in a bishop’s court for disciplinary actions. He was having an affair, he was married in the temple to his wife, but because of the affair, they separated for...
What spirit is being spoken of in Alma 34?
Question Gramps, My question is in regards to Alma 34:34 where it says "for that same spirit which doth possess your bodies at the time that ye go out of this life, that same spirit will have power to possess your body in that eternal world". Is this referring...
Sealings? Bullying? Justification of violence?
Question Dear Gramps, Is it possible to be sealed to my biological father and biological mother rather than make a choice to be sealed to my father and step-mother or my mother and step-father? My biological parents are members of the church but only had a...
Does God remove gifts when we choose not to obey?
Question Gramps, I wonder and I'm looking for a reference in the Doctrine of the Church, that when we choose not to obey, or use the gifts the Lord gives us, then he will remove that gift. I am thinking of Moses and the first set of commandments. Do you have...
Is mortality really essential to God’s plan if those who die before age of accountability go straight to heaven?
Question Gramps, Those who die before the age of accountability make up a significant percentage of God's children. They go straight to Heaven without the struggle, challenge or refinement of mortality. To me this seems to imply one the following. A. Mortality...
What is the abomination of desolation?
Question Gramps, I want to know what is meant when they talk about the great abomination of desolation. What does it mean? Diane Answer Diane, This is information directly from the Church Website which can also be found in our LDS Bible...
Is it better to marry outside of the temple than to wait for a temple marriage that may never happen?
Question Hi Gramps, LDS women are counseled not to marry outside the covenant, but wouldn't it be better to marry a good man outside the covenant and raise good kids in the Gospel than to wait around for a temple marriage that may never be presented to her,...
Temple recommend? Serve another mission? Garments in other colors?
Question Gramps, For many years now I've been denied attending the temple which has caused a lot of anger towards the church. It's been a childhood goal to go thru with my kids and husband. I've missed the opportunity taking 3 kids now. 3 are still eft in the...
Can my less active sons assist with giving me a Priesthood blessing?
Question Gramps, Is it appropriate for me to ask my two less active Melchizedek Priesthood holding sons to stand in the circle while my active son-in-law and another active elder anoint and bless me prior to eye surgery? Lory Answer Lory, You can...
Will something in my past affect my mission worthiness?
Question Gramps, I am preparing to serve a mission and have concerns about the interview questions. As a child I was molested by someone really close in age. Because I didn’t know any better i did the same to others. However, this behavior was mentally damaging...
Will my best effort be good enough?
Question Gramps, I suffer from debilitating anxiety and depression. I especially suffer social anxiety, which causes me to have panic attacks in social situations, especially at church. I try to go to Sacrament Meeting when I can, but have to leave because of...
What is required to go to heaven?
Question Gramps, Hi. I’m 12 years old. I just want to know what I can do to go to heaven? Or what is required to go? Thank you! Caydence Answer Hello Caydence! I have a friend, who had the same questions when she was about your age...she's now a...
Can the 3 Nephites and John the Beloved come and go across the veil?
Question Gramps, Being translated beings means the 3 Nephites are here on earth today as well as John the beloved. Can they come and go across the veil? Natalie Answer Hello Natalie, When I read your question, I discussed this answer...
Why doesn’t God help kids who are being abused?
Question Gramps, My son is an alcoholic. He drinks so much that he blacks out and mentally and spiritually abuses his children. This has been going on for 15 years. My grandkids stopped praying because they said God has not helped them. They have prayed for...
Why am I doubting?
Question Gramps, I have been praying about a particular subject and as I’m praying I feel as though the spirit is strongly saying something but what he’s saying doesn’t make sense to me. Then the other day I was talking with a friend about something closely...
What are modern day prophets?
Question Gramps, What are modern day prophets? Catalino Answer Dear Catalino, The Lord communicates with us his children in different ways. He will speak to us personally, through the Holy Ghost, for matters that are personal, or pertaining to...
If the LDS Church doesn’t believe in same sex marriages, why is Family Search recognizing them?
Question Gramps, If God does not recognize same-sex marriage, then why should his database recognize it? William Answer William, Throughout the ages, God's children have had questions, you are not alone in that. Questions are good. Much (perhaps...
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