What is a Lamanite?
Question Gramps, I heard there were three classifications of Lamanites: Native Americans, Polynesians, and Latinos/Hispanics. Are they considered Lamanites? Probably not all of those people are descended from Book of Mormon people. Are they considered to be...
When did Jesus Christ know he was the Savior?
Question Gramps, Did Jesus always know he was the Savior? Do we know what age he was when we knew for sure that he knew? Dustin Answer Dustin, To understand when Jesus Christ became aware of His role as the Savior, we need to look at the nature of...
Do I have to pay fast offerings every time I fast?
Question Gramps, In a General Conference talk by Dean Davies, he stated, "Complete fulfillment of the law of the fast occurs when the fast offering is made to the Lord’s agent, the bishop." Occasionally, my wife and I fast for other reasons and at different...
Why did the Lord reference “miraculous directors” when only 1 Liahona is mentioned?
Question Gramps, Why did the Lord reference more than one "miraculous directors" in the items the three witnesses would be able to view? All references I read in the scriptures only speak of one Liahona. April Answer April, There might be a slight...
If no unclean thing can dwell in the presence of Heavenly Father, how did Joseph see him?
Question Gramps, If no unclean thing can dwell in the presence of Heavenly Father, how did Joseph see him? Don Answer Don, Joseph's account of the First Vision details a moment of intense spiritual struggle. He described being enveloped in a...
How were the Jaredites able to make the barges air tight and still breathe?
Question Hi Gramps, My husband and I were reading in Ether about the Barges and how they had 2 problems: the light and the other being that they would run out of air. I understand how they would know about the light problem, but I don't know how they would have...
Why was Mary not allowed to touch Christ before he saw God?
Question Gramps, Why was Mary not allowed to touch Christ before He saw God? Mary Answer Mary, After His death on the cross, Christ's spirit entered the spirit world, where He preached to the souls who had died before His resurrection. This period...
Where is the narrow neck of land described in Alma Chapter 21?
Question Gramps, Where is the narrow neck of land described in the Book of Mormon Alma chapter 21? Delores Answer Delores, The narrow neck of land is not merely a geographical curiosity; it plays a pivotal role in the military and social dynamics...
Is tithing a law or a commandment?
Question Gramps, Is tithing a law or a commandment? Danny Answer Danny, The concept of tithing is not new; it has its roots in the Old Testament. The first mention of tithing can be found in Genesis 14:18-20, where Abraham gives a tenth of his...
What does it mean by “As Man Now Is, God Once Was; As God Now Is, Man May Be?”
Question Dear Gramps, I read about this phrase suggesting a possible destiny for God’s children: As man now is, God once was; as God now is, man may be. Can you elaborate further on this phrase, please? So, does this mean that God was once a man just like us,...
Who baptized Adam?
Question Gramps, I'm sure Adam and Eve must have been baptized. Who might have performed these ordinances for them? If Peter, James, and John ordained Adam to the priesthood then he would have baptized Eve, but who might have baptized Adam? Did he have to wait...
Why doesn’t the Holy Ghost have a body like the Father and Son?
Question Gramps, Why doesn't the Holy Ghost have a body of flesh and bones the same as the Father and the Son? Danilo Answer Danilo, In Latter-day Saint theology, the Holy Ghost is described as a "personage of spirit" (Doctrine and Covenants...
Where in the scriptures does it say “He knows my name”?
Question Gramps, Where in the scriptures does it say "He knows my name?" Darlene Answer Darlene, The belief that God and Jesus Christ know our names is profound, but it is also a comforting doctrine in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day...
What does it mean to “take up serpents” mentioned in Matthew 16:18?
Question Gramps, What does it mean to take up serpents and the rest of the scripture as well? Tiffiney Answer Tiffiney, Mark 16:18 is part of what is known as the Great Commission, where Jesus instructs His apostles about their mission to spread...
What power does Satan have or hold?
Question Gramps, When we give Satan power through sins and iniquity, what power does Satan hold or wield? Members of the Church hold priesthood power. What then is the power Satan holds if he does not have priesthood power? Iwika Answer Iwika,...
Why was baptism one of the first things that Alma did?
Question Gramps, Why was baptizing one of the first things that Alma did? Lee Answer Lee, From the inception of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, baptism has been integral to its structure and growth. Alma’s decision to baptize was...
Does my disabled daughter automatically gain the Celestial Kingdom?
Question Dear Gramps My only child passed from cancer at the age of 24 years. She had non-verbal autism and limited understanding but she was my world. Can you explain to me if she automatically gains the Celestial Kingdom? If so what might she be doing now on...
Why don’t we live as long as the people did in the Bible?
Question Gramps, Why don't we live as long as the biblical people? Carla Answer Carla, The Old Testament presents numerous instances where individuals lived for several centuries. Genesis 5, for example, lists the ages of Adam's descendants, many...
Do we receive revelation from our ancestors?
Question Gramps, Chad Daybell is in solitary confinement until he breathes his last breath. He claimed voices that talked to him were dead ancestors. He used them to manipulate his family, justifying an affair. He used control to get his wife to do family...
Is a child considered a member of the Church before age 8 without receiving a baby blessing?
Question Gramps, No one can be baptized before age 8. I understand a child who receives a baby blessing is a member of the Church. A baby lost her father while her mother was pregnant. The baby was raised in the church but never received a name or blessing. The...
If we have agency, why are unbelievers in Revelation punished immensely?
Question Gramps, Why in Revelation does it describe all unbelievers as being punished immensely, despite many not being directly against God? It feels counter to the concept that we have free will and that God loves all of us if those who don’t listen,...
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