Out of all of the worlds Christ atoned for He came to this one? Isn’t that statistically impossible?
Question Gramps, I have learned that Jesus created all things. Hundreds of billions of galaxies, each with hundreds of billions of planets. Infinite. Also, Christ's Atonement is a one-time occurrence, and although He appeared on Earth, His sacrifice applied to...
Why would Heavenly Father treat His daughters so differently from His sons concerning the Celestial Kingdom?
Question Dear Gramps Why would Heavenly Father treat His daughters so differently from His sons concerning the Celestial Kingdom? I am one of His daughters and I have absolutely no desire to aspire to dwell in the Celestial Kingdom…..if……. 1) Because I’m...
Why would Christ cast the demons into the swine knowing it would result in the caretakers losing their source of income?
Question Dear Gramps, I recently read about Christ casting the Legion of demons into a herd of swine, whereupon the entire herd runs into the sea and perishes. Then those feeding the swine flee to the city and those within the city come out to meet Jesus and...
If I’m able to read in Biblical Hebrew, is a bible in that language 100% correct?
Question Gramps, The D&C states that the Bible is correct as far as it is translated correctly. This makes sense concerning the reading of the bible in a translated language. I happen to be fluent in Biblical Hebrew and can read the Bible in its original...
How are the Apostles of the Mormon Church any different from any other preacher?
Question Dear Gramps, Thanks for responding! Well, I have a few questions and they are based on what I have been told by the “Elders” that came to my home! I was told that all pastors are not of God because they are not one of the Twelve Apostles or prophets of...
I’m confused about the age of Enos and some missing time. Can you help?
Question Gramps, I have a question which has confused and troubled me for some time. In Enos 1:25, we read that “179 years had passed away” from the time Lehi left Jerusalem, and yet Enos is still alive. I always understood Enos to be the son of Jacob, who was...
Are we allowed to wear hats in church buildings?
Question Gramps, I was asked not to wear a baseball cap in the church at a social activity that was not in the chapel. I do not see a problem if it’s on a Mutual night or social activity. I would never wear it in the chapel. I have a large scar from brain...
Why is attending all of our meetings a requirement to enter the temple?
Question Gramps, The past four years I have struggled with attending all of my church meetings. I have always reasoned that the sacrament is the primary purpose of attending church and the other meetings are secondary in importance. The three-hour block seems...
Why have the leaders not tackled the problem of weight issues with its members?
Question Why have the leaders not tackled the problem of weight issues on its members? I know the gospel is for us spiritually, but we have our heads in the sand on this topic. Eat meat sparingly is not adhered. Nor is 'your body is a temple'. I don't want to...
Is it okay to fast to get over a heart break?
Question Gramps, I hear that fasting is a way that people get help from God. I am going through a heartbreak that is hard for me to cope with at the moment. I can't eat and sleep that well. I cry most of the time and I am sick of it. I thought of fasting to...
I am angry and bitter with Heavenly Father for being gay. What can I do?
Question Dear Gramps, I need your help and I haven’t been to church in years. First, let me say that I’m very sorry that I feel this way but I’m very angry and bitter with Heavenly Father. I’m a homosexual. I didn’t ask for these feelings, yet I feel like I’ve...
Does our Heavenly Father have a father?
Question Gramps, Does our Heavenly Father have a father? In other words, do we have a Heavenly Grandfather? I believe that parenthood hierarchy is an eternal law, which applies to our Deity. If so, does that mean there is a higher God above our Heavenly...
What is it about the LDS church that sends people into a dark rage when they talk about it?
Question Gramps, I have a question, What is it about the LDS church that sends people into a dark rage when they talk about it? I don't understand this reaction in people who claim to be followers of God. I have visited protestant churches with friends on...
Where do we draw the line with being subjected to an ever increasing corrupt government?
Question Gramps, Where are we supposed to draw the line with being subjected to an ever increasing corrupt government? Does this mean that we are supposed to submit to knowingly accepting "the chip"? Are we expected to? Raymond Answer Raymond,...
Could you describe the art, symbols, images, cultic objects that your religion has and whose needs you are meeting?
Question Dear Gramps, I am trying to understand your religion more so that I can learn to appreciate it better. If you could be so kind to answer the following two questions I would be most appreciative; 1) Describe art, symbols, images, cultic objects that...
I feel much anger towards our Heavenly Father for taking my loved one in death…what do I do?
Question Dear Gramps, I had a very close family member die. It was very hard and is still very hard to handle. This person gave me advice and unconditional love. I know that this person was a very good person, but I just don’t understand why Heavenly Father has...
Would the Fall have happened without Satan’s influence?
Question Gramps, Since the Fall was part of the plan, was Satan needed to carry it out (or even to speed it up) or would the fall eventually have happened without his (Satan's) influence? Xavier Answer Xavier, Thank you for your question. I also...
Why don’t the Apostles of today talk about their special experiences with the Savior as did the original Twelve?
Question Dear Gramps, The early apostles in Jesus’ day were outspoken in their belief of Jesus and his teachings. They recorded their special witnesses after his resurrection–(see acts of the apostles). Why is it that none of the current brethren talk about...
Why is it important that we do family history now?
Question Gramps, If all family history work will be completed in the millennium, why is it important that we do it now? Gene Answer Gene, Family history is so much more than just finding names and linking them to a chain of ancestors. Family...
Isn’t the power of God extremely limited if he does not have the power to create ex nihilo?
Question Dear Gramps, Hi My name is Sarah. I was on your website and was wondering if you could answer some questions I had. I’ve been studying Mormonism now for about 6 months (I am currently a Catholic) and really enjoy it but am confused by some of its...
How do you forgive someone when they have hurt you, betrayed you, so intimately and deeply?
Question Gramps, I am struggling to forgive my husband after he betrayed me in one of the most intimate ways possible: adultery. His adultery was through pornography and masturbation. I can only imagine how much greater my pain would be if he had been...
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