What does the Church say about aliens?
Question Gramps, What does the Church say about aliens? Are they real? If so why, and how can that be. Leah Answer Hello Leah, Thank you for your question. Since you inquired with, "are they real" when asking about "aliens," I am going to assume...
Why have agency if God already has a plan for us?
Question Gramps, Recently my friend asked me a question I wasn't too sure about. He asked me this: God knows everything right? What is the point of being here if God already knows what we are going to choose? Why is agency important if God already has a plan...
Is there a policy regarding when a man is called to be a High Priest?
Question Gramps, I was ordained a High Priest when I was 56. I was not called to any positions in the Church that required that calling. My wife and I team teach in primary. I am having personal doubts that I should have been called to the HP's just because...
Should we recognize achievements in Sacrament Meeting?
Question Gramps, I am a Branch president in a small branch in India. I have a question about recognizing talents in Sacrament Meeting. Can we do that in Sacrament Meeting? I feel this may put down others who feel they don't achieve anything in their life. Or...
Shouldn’t the one true church be called The Universal Catholic Church?
Question Hello Gramps, I like to study theology and I found some facts about the Catholic faith that have caused some questions that I can't seem to find answers to. Matt 16:18 basically says that Peter is to build Christ's church after the crucifixion. Peter...
How do Deacons know who should not receive the Sacrament?
Question Gramps, In 3 Nephi 18:28-29 it states: 28 And now behold, this is the commandment which I give unto you, that ye shall not suffer any one knowingly to partake of my flesh and blood unworthily, when ye shall minister it; 29 For whoso eateth and drinketh...
Why did the Church stop using member labor to build temples?
Question Dear Gramps, In the early days of the Church, our first temples were built by the donated and consecrated labor of its members. However, somewhere along the line the Church stopped asking its members to work on the temples, and started contracting the...
Did the Roman soldiers who crucified Christ commit sin?
Question Dear Gramps, Did the Roman soldiers who crucified Jesus commit sin? After all, they were doing the Father's will. And it resulted in the great atonement that saved billions of people. So did they commit sin in crucifying Jesus? Robert Answer...
How is Matthew 26:13 a memorial to Mary?
Question Gramps, I enjoy reading your posts. I have been curious about this passage of scripture for awhile: Matthew 26:13. In what ways do we preach this in all the world as a memorial to her? Is it something passively taught? Or was it meant to be more...
Should we be obedient just to obtain blessings?
Question Gramps, Is it wrong to be obedient to gospel principles just to receive blessings? Keith Answer Dear Keith, I wouldn't say it is wrong, but it is not the best. Remember Elder Dallin H. Oak's classic talk, Good, Better, Best? In it he...
Does God have faith in us?
Question Gramps, Does God have faith in us? Some brothers say yes, others say no because God has perfect knowledge and foreknowledge. Thanks! Fernando Answer Dear Fernando, You ask an interesting question. I can understand why there would be...
What is the definition of the “Heavenly Gift” spoken of in the scriptures?
Question Gramps, What is the definition of the Heavenly Gift spoken of throughout the scriptures? I am especially interested in knowing what it means to be 'partakers of the Heavenly Gift' spoken of in 4th Nephi. Thank you! JS Answer Dear JS, The...
How much is too much detail when going through the repentance process?
Question Gramps, I feel the need to confess to my bishop sexual sins I've committed but I don't know how much detail I need to go into. I want to make it clear about things that I did do and things that I didn't do but I am scared if I don't confess everything...
Was the Mosaic Law regarding consumption of animal blood fulfilled?
Question Dear Gramps, I was reading in Leviticus 17 and it mentions how we are not to eat animal blood. It says it is under the Mosaic Law. I know Christ said He fulfilled the Mosaic Law. I have a friend who is on a diet that suggests drinking animal blood. He...
What is the proper way to dispose of worn out scriptures?
Question Gramps, Is there a Church policy or preferred way to dispose of worn out/marked up scriptures? Pat Answer Hi Pat, As far as I can tell, the church has not issued an official policy on disposing of worn out scriptures. While we love and...
How can I feel worthy to pray when I’ve sinned?
Question Dear Gramps, I am currently inactive and want to come back. I have been praying (and reading Alma), but I feel I am not worthy to pray let alone ask God for help in prayer because of the grave sins I have committed whilst away. He must be kind of...
How can I help my husband understand the importance of temple garments?
Question Hi Gramps, I have looked through all of the questions I could find on your website about temple garments and have had a little clarity, but not answered my question completely. My husband is a recent convert to the church. He was baptized in March of...
Will there be an active economy during the Millennium?
Question Dear Gramps, It has always been my dream to become a highly successful businessman and entrepreneur when I get older. My question is, if the Millenium begins during my lifetime, will there be an active economy on the earth? Or will all the work I would...
Should chapel doors be open or closed during the Sacrament?
Question Gramps, There is quite the debate going on in our ward at BYU Hawaii concerning people showing up late for church (if at all). I heard once of a General Authority that likened the Sacrament room unto Noah's ark. Should the doors be shut or opened...
Is it okay to wear t-shirts that proselytize during service projects?
Question Gramps, I was always told that service projects are not proselyting activities. Yet there is interest in my ward from a couple of people who are wanting to have printed proselyting type tshirts for everyone to wear while doing service projects. I'm...
What are the implications of a divorce without being sealed?
Question Gramps, I am a member and so is my wife. I have been a convert for 3 years and she has been a convert for a little over one. I am considering divorce. We are not sealed but are both endowed. What are the implications? Bob Answer Dear Bob,...
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