Since God created the universe and everything in it during a 7 day span, where do the dinosaurs fit in?
Question Hello Gramps! I am having an issue with my parents about the religious upbringing of my 7 year old son. My parents have stated that Mormons serve Satan? I know through research that this is false, and have decided to investigate many religions to...
Who do Mormons worship?
Question Gramps, Who do Mormons worship, God the Father or His Son, Jesus Christ? Who answers prayers? Paul Answer Paul, The mode of worship in our faith is to worship them all together. While we do seek to differentiate ourselves from...
What is the advantage of being more diligent in keeping the commandments?
Question Gramps, The parables of the laborers in the vineyard and the prodigal son seem to suggest that it really doesn't matter how hard you work, how long you work, how diligent you are, how much you suffer or how much you sacrifice. In the end all that...
Corianton repented? Non members giving prayers in Sacrament Meeting? Tower of Babel?
Question Gramps, I want to know if there is evidence that Corianton (from Alma 39-42) is included in those listed in Alma 48 as being "like Moroni" or "no less serviceable"... indicating he had repented, and had become acceptable to the Lord. I have heard...
Did Adam and Eve REALLY have agency?
Question Dear Gramps, We know that there were two Commandments given to Adam and Eve. I understand that they "lived in a state of innocence" and that they could not have children until the fall. I'm confused because of two things; first, I thought God won't...
Why are we reminded over and over about our nothingness if the soul is worth much to God?
Question Hi Gramps, If the soul of man is precious to God and is worth much, why are we reminded over and over about our nothingness in the scheme of things? Joan Answer Dear Joan, Something I have been thinking a lot about lately is perception....
How do I develop a deep and strong personal testimony of Christ’s atonement and sacrifice?
Question Gramps, I have multiple friends that have made serious mistakes, changed their lives around, gone through the repentance process, and through doing so have grown extremely close to the Savior. They have an incredibly deep, strong, and personal...
Why are you not supposed to go into the water on Sundays?
Question Gramps, I'm aware of the last days vision concerning the destroyer on the waters, however I was wondering why specifically you are not supposed to go in water on Sundays. Susan Answer Dear Susan, As you're aware, the Lord gave a...
Eating disorders? Suicide? Acceptance of temple work?
Question Hi Gramps, Can God help me overcome an eating disorder? Thanks, Elly Answer Dear Elly, I am sorry you are struggling with an eating disorder. Yes, Christ can help you. His Atonement covers not just sins, but all the pains we experience...
Does God stop our healing and successes and just hurt us if we don’t repent?
Question Gramps, I've had a belief that God stops healing/success and hurts us if we don't repent. Logically I know "he is love". But what about the Lamenites? And the Egyptians? He loved them equally, yet hurt them. But he also warned them, did he not? It's...
If you attend the temple unworthily, what are the ramifications?
Question Gramps, If someone attends the temple sealing of their child when they are not worthy to be in the temple what are the ramifications? Barnet Answer Dear Barnet, Remember when you were a kid and you did something wrong and your mother...
Could unclean spirits be causing my illnesses?
Question Gramps, I'll just dive into it. I was sexually assaulted at 17, left home and the church at 18 and was diagnosed with epilepsy at 20. I am now 23 and the seizures are getting worse. A long lost friend contacted me today and told me she also had...
How much meat is sparingly?
Question Gramps, How much meat is sparingly? D&C 89:6-7 talks of eating meat sparingly. Is it okay if it is every other day? David Answer Dear David, The Lord has not seen fit to define that more completely for us, so it is up to each...
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...
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