Why is there such a lukewarm response to abortion and homosexuality by the Church and members?
Question Gramps, If what the LDS Church teaches is true and the members really believe it, then why is there such a lukewarm response by the church and its members to both abortion and homosexuality? Abortion denies spirit brothers/sisters the opportunity of...
Per President Nelson’s last conference talk, can women now give blessings with oil?
Question Gramps, I have a very close friend who has been sealed to her husband after he passed away. My question is, she now feels in light of Pres Nelson's talk last conference that she "by virtue of her Temple covenants shares in his Priesthood to the point...
Why is there a 1 year wait to do someone’s temple work after death?
Question Gramps, Why is it necessary to wait one year after a death of an immediate family member to be able to do their temple work? William Answer William, It is necessary to wait one year after a death of an immediate family member because the...
Are there differences in the temple recommend renewal process?
Question Gramps, I know every situation is different ...but generally speaking- is the interview process the same across the board? Or is there something different the first time your interviewed for your temple recommend? Basically, Is there a difference...
Why are the YM and YW themes worded so differently when referring to heavenly parents?
Question Hello, Not sure if I can message before my question but I have to tell you I ran across this forum while searching for an answer to a sealing question and LOVE the way you use scripture and direct quotes from the priesthood to answer all these...
Do gay people go to hell?
Question Gramps, If there are 3 degrees of glory, do gay people go to hell or do they at least get the lowest glory? Adam Answer Adam, Members of the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles have taught that it’s not a sin to...
As a teenage girl in the Church, nothing shows me that I am as valuable as a man. What can I do?
Question Hi Gramps! I am a teenager and I don't feel valuable in the church as a woman. The extreme gender roles in the church make me feel almost sick. I cannot explain how much I have cried and felt worthless because of how unequal I am to the men of the...
Will there come a time that everything concerning Church will be done from our own home?
Question Hey Gramps! A thought was shared in institute, and the sister mentioned that there will be a time that we will not be able to go to church and we will have to do everything church related in our own homes (aka administer the sacrament, lessons, etc). I...
Why don’t we pray to Jesus Christ as the god of this world?
Question Gramps, Why do we pray to Heavenly Father and not Jesus Christ when he is the god of this Earth. June Answer Hello June, Thank you so much for asking this question. Although, this topic seems to be simple enough to answer, it requires a...
After resurrection, will I be any better looking than I am now?
Question Gramps, I have some very sincere self image problems. I feel that I am a very unattractive (both facially, and bodily) person. I know that I can improve my body through exercise, but I will still appear, in the mirror, to be "ugly" (for lack of a...
Why doesn’t God love me enough to make me lovable?
Question Dear Gramps, I am 21 and already worrying about whether I will ever find a husband. I converted a year ago and haven't made connections to my ward members (my ward is tiny and has a lot of turnover). I'm overweight and I've never dated anyone. I wonder...
Why would the Spirit tell me not to watch a movie?
Question Gramps, My husband and I were watching a movie. I could tell the movie had a very good message, and my husband said it was a movie dear to his heart and had a representation of the Savior. However, there was lots of cussing and a few horrific scenes...
Are abbreviations against Church policy?
Question Gramps, Some members commonly used abbreviations, such as D&C, BOM, YM, YW, YSA, LDS, but there are members who say it is not allowed. Rather than saying D and C, say it Doctrine and Covenants. Is there any Prophet talks regarding this? John ...
How can I keep the Sabbath Day holy without offending others?
Question Hey gramps! I have been having a lot of trouble recently in keeping the sabbath day reserved for Christ. It’s not a problem when I’m alone, however when we have people over it’s really hard to keep the right mind set. Sometimes my friends do things...
What does to mean to “be slow to wrath”?
Question Dear Gramps, A question came up in Sunday School when we were studying the Book of James. He exorts us to "be slow to wrath." A great deal of contention arose between those in attendance in the ensuing discussion. One said that Brigham Young had stated...
Can criminals have a testimony of the gospel?
Question Gramps, Can an active criminal have a true testimony of the Gospel? Richard Answer Richard, Our Heavenly Father wants all of His children to live with him forever, so the answer is yes, even criminals can have a testimony of the gospel...
Where can info be found about the Savior’s siblings?
Question Gramps, Where can we find information about the Savior's siblings? Thanks! Maurine Answer Hi Maurine, We answered this question in part previously. Did Jesus have siblings? The Bible is the first, best, and only reliable source for...
Were there meetings like Ward Council in the scriptures?
Question Gramps, In the Restored Church we have Ward Council meetings. Did council meetings (with group) happen in the scriptures? Maybe not be exactly like current meeting structure but closely to it? Naveen Answer Hi Naveen, Thank you for...
Is word of mouth of ancestors good enough to do temple work?
Question Dear Gramps, In some situations, because of a lack of records or currently living persons who knew the deceased, some people have died without anyone in the modern world knowing (i.e. someone was born long ago on a farm, outside of a hospital, &...
Should we love Satan?
Question Hi gramps, In the scripture Matthew 5:44 it says we should love our enemies and seeing how Satan is Heavenly Father and Jesus’ enemy, does that mean that they love him? Sally Answer Sally, No, that is not what it means. Never confuse the...
What do you think about the 144,000?
Question Gramps, What do you think about the 144,000 and will they be translated beings ? Russell Answer Russell, About the number 12, "The Lost Language of Symbolism" by Alonzo Gaskill, says, "The number twelve is a symbol for priesthood,...
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