What does Jesus mean when he says His “yoke is light”?
Question Dear Gramps, Could you possibly explain what is meant by the following phrase (I’m paraphrasing) “Take upon the Lord’s yoke for it is light.” Thank you, Charlene Answer Dear Charlene, As I’m sure you know, a yoke is a bar or frame by...
Where do Mormons draw the line for correct interpretation of the Bible?
Question Dear Gramps, I understand the official (or only) version of the Bible used by the LDS Church is the King James version and only if it has been interpreted correctly. Where is the line drawn for correct interpretation of the Bible? Could you please...
What do I do with unruly adult kids?
Question Hi Gramps, I so enjoy learning from your letters, but I have something I need help with. Kids, who are not members of the Mormon Church, Kids that are angry, and insist that one daughter, born of us, is more important than the nephew we raised as a...
Can one be born evil?
Question Gramps, My soon-to-be ex wife and I had a disagreement once (1 of many) where she believes that there are some people born evil. I was shocked and disgusted by the notion that some people are borm evil. I truly believe that yes, we all have our...
Does Mormonism teach any limits or prohibitions in marital intimacy?
Question Dear Gramps, Are there any limits on physical intimacy after you’re married? Is it, ‘Anything goes’ or are there prohibited things? Nothing I’ve read gives a definitive answer. Anonymous Answer Dear Anonymous, Although you may not find an...
Can a 17 year old Priest assist in giving a blessing during a home teaching visit?
Question Gramps, Situation: High Priest is companion to a 17 year old priest for home teaching. In the course of the visit a blessing is asked for. The HP did not have oil with him and the person asking for the blessing asks that the young man help with the...
Is it appropriate to sustain one that is going to be ordained to the Priesthood?
Question Gramps, Is it appropriate for a bishop to ask for the congregation to sustain a young 12 year old that is going to be ordained to the priesthood Doug Answer Dear Doug, Thank you for your question. Not only is this appropriate for a...
Why do I feel like I shouldn’t be here?
Question Hello Gramps. I'm nearly 18, and I am going through the stress of college applications. I feel so unprepared. I feel terrified and hopeless. I sometimes feel like I was never meant to live this long, and that I shouldn't be here, and that's why I...
Is it okay to go fishing on Sunday?
Question Gramps, Is it ok to fish on Sunday, I really enjoy fishing but I am wondering if it’s appropriate for the sabbath. Dallin Answer Dear Dallin, Fishing is certainly good, clean fun-it’s a moral hobby and a wonderful activity to partake in....
What can be done about a Mormon who stole my business and clients?
Question Hello Gramps, I need some guidance on theft of a company. I have someone that worked for me that is Mormon (I am not) that created her own business doing exactly what my company does. When she quit she took company information and files with her...
Am I doing the right thing by continually forgiving my wife of infidelity?
Question Hello Gramps My wife was a wonderful lady. We both held many church calling in the stake and the ward. However, she has fallen and has had many affairs during the past 5 years. I’m trying to do what is right. I love her and keep on forgiving her....
Where did the light come from mentioned in Genesis 1:3?
Question Gramps, What was the "light" from mentioned in Genesis 1:3? Annurs Answer Dear Annurs, Thank you for your question. There are several accounts of the creation given in the scriptures. Each account, while slightly different, all help to...
I’m considering joining the military as a nurse. How can I prepare myself for separations from my family?
Question Hey Gramps! I am planning to graduate BYU Idaho with a Bachelors in Nursing and I have considered joining the military part time so that I can be with my family and serve my country. My concern is the time I may be deployed, I will be away from my...
How can we justify God creating two headed children?
Question Gramps, In human biology there is born (extremely infrequently) a two headed child. This to me speaks to a Heavenly Father who is the Father of what? i know that the Church believes in only one earthly life. So how can you explain this very unusual...
If Jesus was angry when cleansing the temple, how does that make him sinless?
Question Hey gramps, I've been wondering if Jesus was angry when he was cleansing the temple. If he was, then how would it be sinless? I'm not doubting his righteousness, he was sinless. But I'm probably not understanding the full concept. Was he angry? Was he...
What is the timeline between Christ’s resurrection and His visit to the Nephites?
Question Gramps, So apparently Jesus appeared approximately one year after His resurrection. But when you read 3 Nephi, it seems like it just happens. ("the people looked around and saw the change to the land (or something like that)) Can you please give a...
Will lawyers who try unjust cases be held accountable on judgment day?
Question Dear Gramps, If a lawyer helps a plaintiff win an unjust case that sorely hurts the lives of a defendant and his family, will the lawyer have to answer for it someday at the judgment bar of God? Or will the Lord say that he was just "doing his job",...
Aren’t some aspects of General Conference weekend contradicting our need to keep the Sabbath day holy?
Question Gramps, I have a question that I have wondered about for years. We have been asked to keep the Sabbath day holy. Not working if possible, and no activities that cause others to work. So why is it ok on general conference Sunday that caterers are hired...
Why is there a restricted area in the Church’ archives?
Question Gramps, Why is there a restricted section in the Church' archives? Andrew Answer Dear Andrew, Probably the best way I can answer this is to quote directly from lds.org Access Policy: The Church History Department stores its collections in...
Why are serpents used to represent Christ?
Question Hi Gramps, We are told that Moses raising the brazen serpent for the Israelites to be healed from their snake bites was symbolic of Christ's being "lifted up" for us. Is there a specific reason for the use of a serpent to represent Christ? It seems a...
How far does Elder Oaks’ model of prioritizing go?
Question Gramps, How far does this Elder Oaks model of prioritizing go? Where do we separate having personal lives and serving God. For example, I could have casual reading time reading a science fiction novel. That may be "good". But if I followed this model...
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