What is the message in Doctrine & Covenants Section 6?
Question Gramps, What is the message being said in Section 6? Christina Answer Christina, In the spring of 1829, Oliver Cowdery arrived in Harmony, Pennsylvania, eager to assist Joseph Smith in translating the golden plates—an ancient record that...
Did the Holy Ghost actually go into the body of the dove at Jesus’ baptism?
Question Gramps, Did the Holy Ghost actually go into the body of the dove at Jesus ' baptism? Jennie Answer Jennie, The narrative of Jesus Christ’s birth introduces the first scriptural instance of the Holy Ghost’s involvement with the Savior’s...
Will I have to deal with my depression in the next life?
Question Hi Gramps, I have been suffering from depression and anxiety most of my life. I don't know if the Lord will remove it in this life or the next. It has been a struggle for me as well as for my marriage. I love Elder Holland's talk from a few...
Why doesn’t my Patriarchal Blessing mention the resurrection?
Question Gramps, Although I recognize that Patriarchal blessings aren't meant to provide us with every detail of our lives and blessings, I can't help but notice that every single one of my family members — my parents, siblings, spouse, and children —has...
Should we make New Year’s resolutions and if so, why?
Question Gramps, Should we make New Year's resolutions, and how do we keep them? Pam Answer Pam, The swirl of a new year often brings with it the excitement of fresh starts, a blank calendar, and a determination to improve ourselves. We make...
Why did the Priesthood need to be restored?
Question Gramps, I have read somewhere that there has always been a Melchizedek Priesthood holder on the Earth. This makes partial sense to me and helps explain how Lehi apparently had this priesthood. It seems likely that this has been true for much of...
What do healthy in-law relationships look like in a gospel stewardship/framework?
Question Dear Gramps, My in-laws, while well-meaning, are overly involved in all of their children’s marriages. They believe their role is eternal and cite doctrines such as temple sealings and forever families to justify their behavior. I’ve relentlessly...
What does “thy walls are continually before me” mean?
Question Gramps, I really like the verse in 1 Nephi 21:16, which is also in Isaiah: 16 Behold, I have graven thee upon the palms of my hands; thy walls are continually before me. What does it mean when it says thy walls are continually before me? Is it...
Why are changes being made to temple garments if we are told not to alter in any way?
Question Gramps, For the past 20 years, we have been read a letter about the proper wearing of the temple garments during the temple recommend interviews. We have been told not to alter them in any way to accommodate any clothing. Could you help me understand...
Are Heavenly Father and Jesus both God?
Question Gramps, I'm confused about the Godhead. Heavenly Father is our God, but so is Jesus? Are they both God? Josh Answer Josh, One of the most distinctive teachings of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is its doctrine of the...
Collection of Christmas Questions and Answers
I have compiled a collection of questions and answers that have been submitted and answered since the website's inception, which relate to Christmas. We have questions about the birth of Christ, His paternity, the wisemen, and the shepherds. Save this for easy...
Why wasn’t the Priesthood restored before the gospel?
Question Gramps, If the Priesthood is the power of God given to men on earth, why was it not restored first? Would this power and authority not be required to substantiate the restoration of the gospel? Poki Answer Poki, Great question. We could...
Why does God make someone gay and then call it a sin?
Question Gramps, My brother, a former bishop, recently spoke to us about his daughter, who came out as gay a few years ago. He and his wife have quit wearing their garments and attending the temple, saying they leave there in tears each time because they don’t...
Will we all die before being “twinkled?”
Question Gramps, In Doctrine & Covenants 63:51-52, it makes it sound like men will die before getting twinkled, but I had previously been taught that when you get twinkled, you don’t die. So, will we die before we get twinkled? Capri Answer ...
Why don’t we use the Apocrypha as part of our scripture?
Question Gramps, D&C 91:1-3 states that it isn’t necessary for the Apocrypha (or Deuterocanon) to be translated, despite the truth contained within the texts. Why does the Lord say not to translate the Apocrypha and include it as part of our scripture?...
Can Satan and his followers read what we write?
Question Gramps, I recall hearing once from a friend that Satan and his followers can't read what you write. Not even sure where to look up such a topic. Thought maybe you ran across something, if that's even real. Can Satan read? Annie Answer ...
Did Emma Smith know about all of Joseph’s sealings to other women?
Question Hi Gramps, I was recently reading in the Gospel Topics section, and I came across "Plural Marriage in Kirtland and Nauvoo." I read something that didn't sit well with me. In the article, it said, "But Emma likely did not know about all of Joseph’s...
Will those who rejected God’s plan in heaven and were cast out be able to return?
Question Gramps, Will those who rejected God's plan in heaven and were cast out be able to return? Dan Answer Dan, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints believes that God is both infinitely loving and perfectly just. His plan for His...
How can I relate to my friends of other religions?
Question Gramps, What religions are most similar to us? How can I relate to my friends of other religions? Marlena Answer Marlena, Despite real doctrinal differences, there is a surprising overlap among many world religions and the beliefs of The...
Do couples married for time only have any associations with each other in the Spirit World?
Question Gramps, Do couples married for time only have any associations with each other in the Spirit World? Marlund Answer Marlund, Temples are described as houses of order, where “time only” and “time and eternity” marriages are differentiated....
Why doesn’t God just make this world perfect?
Question Gramps, Why does God not make this world perfect? Owen Answer Owen, It is natural, even essential, to ask: "If God really created and designed this world, would He not have made it perfect? Why, then, do we experience natural disasters...
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