When did Jesus ascend to heaven?
Question Gramps, I have been studying Jesus Christ's crucifixion and resurrection. I'm trying to find out when Jesus was sent up to heaven? Christina Answer Dear Christina, I'm assuming your question relates to when after the resurrection Christ...
Were Adam and Eve Christians?
Question Gramps, I was reading and later watched a documentary about the early church of Christ and the saints who worshiped thereto, and it got me thinking: were Adam and Eve Christians? I have an idea as to what the answer is, but I would love to hear your...
Is the story of the flood allegorical?
Question Gramps, Achaeologists use a dating method which is used to determine the date of wooden objects and of rock layers that is very accurate. It's done by looking at petrified trees and tracing them back by counting their rings and finding common...
Is attending Relief Society required?
Question Gramps, I'm a four year (almost) convert. I have just heard that I am required to attend Relief Society. Is that true? I heard a person a couple of years ago mention "I don't do Relief Society". My attendance and involvement with Relief Society is...
What are your thoughts on Ron Wyatt’s archaeological discoveries?
Question Gramps, Ron Wyatt's archaeology discoveries as outlined on RonWyatt.com I believe are true and will be verified in due time. I have studied them in detail and I believe they need to be learned & shared by all and with all. It bugs me that our...
Is it okay to use a green tea extract to assist in weight loss?
Question Gramps, I know the controversy of whether or not green tea is against the Word of Wisdom, but my question is specifically about a green tea extract called EGCG. I was wondering if I could use as a weight-loss aid? I think it can contain very small...
Why do we put kids out on the road for early morning seminary?
Question Gramps, My question is about early morning seminary. When I was in school in Utah, of course, seminary was just a part of our day. We walked across the street and it was a nice break from the normal day. However, away from Utah and maybe Idaho,...
Why is there favoritism in chapels?
Question Dear Gramps, I don't think you'd touch this one with a ten foot pole, but here goes. Why are the LDS chapels in some wealthy Utah neighborhoods so fancy and ornate, while others in poor rural areas so plain and regular? Obviously, a lot more money...
How was the power of the Atonement able to take place before it actually happened?
Question Hey, Gramps. I enjoy your take on gospel questions very much. Elder Bednar frequently speaks about the strengthening and enabling power of the Atonement. He mentions episodes in the Book of Mormon that take place before the actual Atonement. I'm...
What is the reason we are counseled not to read anti-Mormon literature?
Question Gramps, I know we are counseled not to read anti-Mormon literature. What is the reasoning behind this? Shouldn't it be of value to us to know what is being said about our religion? It sometimes gives you the feeling that church leaders don't want you...
In reading Ether, how could there possibly be so many people killed in the Jaredite battle?
Question Gramps, How could there possibly be 2 million killed in the wars on just one side. Total losses would approach 4 million together. There couldn't be that many people here since the flood could there? John Answer Dear John, I have...
Does the LDS Church pay taxes?
Question Gramps, I just saw on our local news that the Mormon Church doesn't pay taxes. Is this true? Daniel Answer Daniel, The Church of Jesus Christ of latter-day Saints obeys the laws of the land in which it operates. If it did not there are...
Will God wait for all children to be born before the Second Coming?
Question Hi gramps, My question is about the spirits in the pre-mortal spirit world. Will God wait for all spirits in the pre-mortal world to be born before the second coming? Christopher Answer Dear Christopher, D&C 45 describes the events...
What is meant by “woe unto the women that give suck in those days?”
Question Gramps, What is meant by Matthew 24:19 that says woe unto the women that give suck in those days? Thanks, Matthew Answer Dear Matthew, This verse references mothers who are still breastfeeding their children. The subject of the first half...
How can I have faith everything is true if I don’t get answers to my prayers?
Question Dear Gramps, Lately, I've been confused about the church. I have been apart of it my whole life, and now I'm questioning everything. Everywhere I go, people tell me that God isn't there, he doesn't answer prayers, that the scriptures are pure lies and...
What is the state of mind after death of those have been murdered?
Question Gramps, My beloved daughter, age 30, (active LDS) and her darling 2 daughters (my granddaughters,) age 5 and 18 months, were shot and killed while they slept on Nov 17, 2016, by the husband/father. We are shocked and grief stricken. I worry that they...
What will an unsealed family look like in the afterlife?
Question Hi Gramps! On my mission, I taught 2 girls who had just been baptized. As we discussed the temple, they asked a question that I haven't been able to answer satisfactorily. They were the only members in their family, and wondered what their family will...
Why do Latter-day Saints not wear masks at church functions?
Question Gramps, Why do saints not wear masks? I notice they're discouraged at LDS events and I've gotten some very silly explanations. Ingrid Answer Dear Ingrid, Your question is an intriguing one. I assume you are talking of wearing masks for...
Is it necessary to have a testimony of the first vision?
Question Gramps, Is it necessary to have a testimony of the first vision? I've heard it said that the restored gospel stands or falls on the first vision. Taking into account the whole scriptural cannon, as well as the testimony of all saints, is it immature to...
How would we know the signs of the last days are completed if we lost all of our devices, news, etc?
Question Dear Gramps, As of late, I have been seeing crazy things going on in the news, around the world etc. How do we know that the signs are completed if something happened to our devices, the news, etc, and how do we find peace now when the world seems to...
How did Alvin Smith get into the Celestial Kingdom if not baptized?
Question Gramps, How did Alvin got in the celestial kingdom even though he was not yet baptized and did not have any wife at that time? How is this possible? Thanks! Marcie Answer Dear Marcie, Joseph's oldest brother, Alvin, died in November of...
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