Can I repent of past lies even I can’t remember them all?
Question Dear Gramps, First of all, I wanted to say thank you for all your help and answers on here. I really appreciate you and have a respect for you, even though I don't even know you! Yet want to make sure your slate is clean? Can I just overall repent for...
How can I be more patient with a spouse that has left the Church?
Question Gramps, My husband has recently made the decision to leave the church. After his extensive research (that I didn't know about) he decided none of it was true. I'm suddenly very anxious and confused and I know it's caused a rift in our relationship. How...
God’s greatest gift to man? Sealed in next life?
Question Gramps, As I have been reading, I came across God's greatest gift to man is--agency, eternal life, and Christ' Atonement. So which is the greatest, or is it just that all are?? Bruce Answer Bruce, Here is the plain truth. They are all...
Is it wrong to baptize mentally handicapped children?
Question Gramps, Is it wrong to baptize mentally handicapped children? Scott Answer Hello Scott, Thank you for your question. On the Church's website, there is a specific area dedicated to helping address questions similar to yours called:...
Why is school important?
Question Yo gramps, Why is school important? Jaihdin Answer Yo, yo, Jaihdin, Blaise Pascal once said, "People are usually more convinced by reasons they discovered themselves than by those found by others." In that light, here's a starting point...
What’s the deal with the Salamander Letters?
Question Gramps, What do you know about the Salamander Letters? I heard many were killed over them. Aubre Answer Aubre, On the subject of the Salamander Letters two people were killed. Steven F. Christensen and Kathleen Sheets were killed by bombs...
Why do we re-dedicate temples?
Question Gramps, Please I want to find out why we Re-dedicate Temples if it has already been dedicated for Sacred Purposes? Thank you! Joshua Answer Joshua, Temple re-dedication usually only occurs after some major change. One of the more common...
In the pre-mortal spirit world did we choose the families into which we would be born?
Question Dear Gramps, I have always been under the impression, from what several Mormon friends have said, that we did not choose the families we were born to, except perhaps for a few individuals in rare circumstances. But in church today a teacher stated that...
How can Lehi be from the tribe of Mannasseh?
Question Gramps, How did Lehi get into the tribe of Manasseh if he came from Jerusalem (Judah)? Dallas Answer Dallas, It is interesting how reading something quickly can lead us to believe certain assumptions. But a closer reading reveals how...
Is a socialist society the same as the Law of Consecration?
Question Gramps, My grown son says that a socialist society is the same as living the Law of Consecration. I don’t believe it is but would like to understand how to explain the differences. Diana Answer Diana, If one focuses solely on the external...
Is there ever a time when you don’t have to honor your parents?
Question Hi gramps, After my parents got divorced I lived with my mom. Awhile after the divorce my mom would do drugs and was never around. After I was placed in foster care my dad turned down the opportunity to take me and my brother but took my sister. I...
How can the Lord help someone overcome an addiction?
Question Gramps, How can the Lord help someone overcome an addiction if they've already tried everything? David Answer Dear David, I’m sorry that you are struggling with the issue of addiction-whether your own or that of a loved one. While you...
Why don’t Mormons pray to Jesus since they regard him as Jehovah?
Question Gramps, My sister just called me today to tell me she learned something new in church yesterday. She said that Jesus is the God of the Old Testament. I just read on your site that Mormons believe that Jesus was the Jehovah of the Old Testament. If...
Am I a Judge in Israel?
Question Gramps, I am in the Bishopric and our Bishop is out of town most of the time. I am acting Bishop when he is gone. Am I considered a Judge in Israel? Thank You. Kimo Answer Dear Kimo, Bishops have many responsibilities. A bishopric is...
Is it wrong to wear graphic T’s over garments?
Question Gramps, I'm a skater, but many of the graphic T's marketed by retailers in the sport depict variants of a skulls or skateboarding skeletons which I am apprehensive about wearing over my garments. Does that sound like a rational concern? Anthony ...
How can people receive opposite personal revelation and both say it came from God?
Question Hi Gramps, Why is it that when a group of LDS people pray about the same thing, for example, who to vote for, they say they are inspired to vote for a certain person but it isn't the same result as everyone else, and yet they claim that it is...
If mortality is for testing, why do so many die before that testing can be done?
Question Gramps, If mortality is so critical for all the testing and trials, why do so many who die before age 8 not need all the testing and proving of mortality? Mark Answer Mark, There are a few thoughts that have been provided by Church...
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...
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