Does my past stay on my church records and disqualify me for future callings?
Question Gramps, At 18, my girlfriend and I had sex. We went to our separate bishops to repent, she was put on a short period of probation. I was disfellowshiped. I’m concerned my past “could” remain on Church records, and that the Church might disqualify me...
What makes profanity so profane?
Question Dear Gramps, I have a curiosity that has been bothering me for a while. What makes profanity so…well, so profane? If you look at the origin of most of these words we consider profane, they mean nothing other than the old Anglo-Saxon terms for common...
How are we to understand the predictions of the second coming of the Savior as recorded in the scriptures?
Question Dear Gramps, Good morning, and thank you in advance for your help. In reading the Doctrine & Covenants, how are we to understand the predictions of the second coming at the beginning of the 7th thousand years…particularly in light of the biblical...
Was the angel Gabriel a woman?
Question Dear Gramps My sister-in-law who is not a member of the Mormon Church asked me about archangels. In particular she wanted to know if Raphael and Jarameel were men or women. I found a site on the internet that said that Gabriel was a woman and I always...
Is it possible that I could be sealed in the temple to my deceased brother?
Question Dear Gramps, Hello, I am the only active member in my family and I was wondering if I could get sealed to my deceased brother in the temple without my parents. Joseph Answer Dear Joseph, What you are asking in an impossibility. Only two...
Did Laban update the records he had in his possession before Nephi and his brothers took them?
Question Hi Gramps Happy New Year! I just have a question regarding what I was reading today. It says here that the brass plates that Nephi took from Laban included records regarding the "commencement of the reign of a Zedekiah; and also many prophecies which...
What do the scriptures mean that say that the moon will turn to blood?
Question Gramps, In the last days I have heard it said ” the moon will turn to blood”. What does that mean and where can you find it in the scriptures? Carol Answer Dear Carol, The scripture that you refer to is found both in the New Testament and...
Chastity has so many definitions. How far can I go before it’s called “sinning”?
Question Dear Gramps, Chastity has so many definitions. How far can I go before it's called "sinning"? Clueless Answer Dear Clueless, It always amazes me when people ask these types of questions. It's as if they are asking how close can they go...
What does it mean to be a savior on Mt. Zion?
Question Dear Gramps, My patriarchal blessing says that I’ll be a savior upon Mt. Zion. What does it mean? Where do I get started? Someone Answer Dear Someone, Being a savior on Mt. Zion refers to those who act an a saving capacity for their...
How could we have always existed if we were born of heavenly parents?
Question Gramps, I know we were born to heavenly parents. But in Abraham, it also says that we have always existed. How are both possible? And I do know the song, “If You Could Hie to Kolob,” but it almost confuses me more. Help? Charla Answer ...
Will there be both agency and evil during the millennium?
Question Hi Gramps, As much as I have studied I am not able to get a clear answer on my question, which is-- During the millennium there will be no sickness, etc. Does that mean only for those born into the millennium or will those of us with physical problems...
I’m having a hard time coming up with an idea for a seminary devotional. Can you help?
Question Hi Gramps, So everyday in seminary one student gets the opportunity to give a quick devotional on whatever topic they want. I am having a hard time choosing a good devotional and am in need of some ideas. Delaney Answer Dear Delaney,...
If things are only going to get worse why should we even bother trying to make things better?
Question Dear Gramps, In the past I have always tried to do things to make life better for myself and those around me. But it really disheartens me hearing the Mormon Church leaders say that things are only going to get worse on earth. If this is true, then why...
Who announces who the new Prophet will be?
Question Gramps, I am puzzled that President Nelson is going to announce the next Prophet. Is that a standard common practice or is he going to announce someone else on Tuesday? My Bishop announced last Sunday that it was President Nelson our next...
What are the meanings of the different names of the Mormon Church?
Question Dear Gramps, I‘m a gospel doctrine teacher at my ward in the Mormon Church. Last Sunday I was asked by a member about the difference between the church names that we find in the scriptures. Please could you clarify the following denominations for our...
As recorded in the Book of Moses, who was speaking to Moses?
Question Gramps, Who was speaking to Moses as recorded in the Book of Moses. Patrick Answer Hi Patrick, Thank you for your question as I feel the answer to it is one that each member of the Church could benefit from knowing. Studying this answer...
What did Joseph Smith mean when he said “The righteous to dwell in everlasting burnings?”
Question Gramps, I can't seem to get a straight answer about what Joseph Smith means in his talk at the King funeral. The righteous to dwell in everlasting burnings? Please explain. Thank you. Tim Answer Dear Tim, The phrase "everlasting...
If John held keys, why didn’t he keep the Church running?
Question Gramps, If John held keys, why did he not continue ordaining other apostles and keep the church running? How was there an apostasy when the keys were still on the earth? Tomas Answer Tomas, The way I understand it is that Lord...
Is excommunication generally invoked for adultery and who makes that decision?
Question Gramps, An acquaintance of mine, married in the temple 25 years ago, four children and an active member in the LDS church was recently divorced for having an extramarital affair which had been ongoing for some time. To this day the ex-wife and children...
Am I truly forgiven when I can only forsake my sins for a short period of time?
Question Dear Gramps, I’ve struggled a long time with pornography and masturbation. I’ve confessed to my bishop and met with him many times, but recently moved. I keep falling and making these same mistakes, but I repent each time. It is all I can do just to...
In reading Romans 3:23, wouldn’t this also include infants and children?
Question Gramps, "For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God....." Rom 3:23 Does not this "all" include infants and children? If you have ever observed small children at "play" with other small children you will have seen some very adult behavior...
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