Will the Rocky Mountains be the safest place to live in the future?
Question Gramps, I understand that the Rocky Mountains will be the safest place to be with what is coming to the U.S. But is that the whole chain of the Rocky Mountains or mainly in Utah? There are prophecies saying people will be struggling even there in every...
What is the timeline for repentance?
Question Hey Gramps, I have a friend that recently visited with the Bishop for sins she committed almost a year ago. I can tell she has felt very sorrowful for what she had done. It was hard for her to go to the Bishop but, with help she finally did. The Bishop...
Do you think we’ll see General Authorities with beards in the future?
Question Gramps, As someone who loves beards, I am curious, do you suppose we will ever see them sported by general authorities in the future? Why or why not? Thanks! Shawn Answer Shawn, There is no right or wrong answer to this question because...
Can I work towards forgiveness by going on a mission?
Question Dear Gramps. I struggled with pornography for a while. I have recently stopped my actions regarding the subject. And continue to repent and try to make up for what I did. I make sure to put others first, I help out whenever I can, and I know the gospel...
If we are to take Ephesians 2:8 regarding grace at face value, why the need for temple ordinances?
Question Gramps, Hi! My anti-Mormon friend and I recently had a religious discussion. He brought up this point: "If you believe that in order to make it to heaven you need ordinances in a temple and you also need to do good works. You cannot buy your way into...
If it became law to turn in our guns, would the Church support that law?
Question Gramps, If we are one day told to turn in our guns because the law changed and it is required, will the Church support that law and tell us to turn them in? Tracie Answer Dear Tracie, I believe you have asked a question that has crossed...
Must I be sealed to my deceased spouse to obtain the Celestial Kingdom?
Question Dear Gramps. I have been told that I must be sealed to my non LDS husband who was anti the church for me to obtain the celestial Kingdom. Is this true? I have done his work except for the sealing. June Answer June, The ordinance of...
When did it become a practice to have members invited or assigned to give talks in Sacrament Meeting?
Question Gramps, What can you tell me about the history of Sacrament Meetings in the early restored church? When did it become a practice to have members invited or assigned to give talks in Sacrament meeting? Was it always the case? I am a branch president...
How can I be granted a spiritual gift?
Question Hi Gramps, I prayed recently to be granted any spiritual gift, any "leftover" gift God will give. I don't know which spiritual gift is appropriate for my situation, obviously God's wisdom is better. But then I read D&C 88:65 "And if ye ask anything...
Can a lone Priesthood holder prepare and bless the Sacrament if unable to attend church?
Question Gramps, Can a lone Melchizedek Priesthood holder prepare and bless the Sacrament for himself, when unable to attend church? Mark Answer Dear Mark, The sacrament, baptism, confirmation, naming and blessing of children, priesthood...
As a Mormon, is it okay to affiliate with other churches?
Question Hello Gramps, I have been looking at your posts drawing wisdom for numerous months now. I have a question that has been on my mind. I am not an official Mormon yet, but I do plan to be in the coming months. But at the same time I do have an affiliation...
Is it allowed to bring a pen and paper into the Celestial Room?
Question Gramps, Writing is an important part of my thought process. We are encouraged to go to the temple to seek out answers, and I was wondering why I never see people write down their impressions in the Celestial Room. Is it not allowed to bring a pen and...
Are there times when it’s okay not to wear temple garments?
Question Gramps, What is this trend with LDS women wearing workout gear when not working out and using it as an excuse to not wear their garments? I have noticed a LOT of people I know from church who are endowed doing things (and posting pictures on social...
Do Saints need to have a testimony of “theoretical” doctrine?
Question Hi Gramps, Recently I've been reading The Infinite Atonement by Tad R. Callister. His testimony/understanding is incredible, but he makes some assertions (with confidence) that I'm not sure I believe in just yet (ex. Christ atoned for infinite worlds...
Is a resurrected being a Celestial being only?
Question Gramps, Is a resurrected being celestial or can they be a lower order? Dan Answer Hello Dan, Thank you for your question, this has always been a fun subject for me. As we know, thanks to the Atonement of the Savior, all mankind will one...
Can used temple clothing be given to another?
Question Hi Gramps, I have a friend who has two sets of temple ceremonial clothes and he wants to give me one. Since he has used both, he's not sure if he can do that. Is it ok? Thanks. Edson Answer Hi Edson, Yes, members of the church may give...
What will happen to the righteous people when the earth is cleansed by fire?
Question Gramps, What will happen to the righteous people who are still on the earth when God cleanses the earth by fire. Tracie Answer Dear Tracie, At the coming of Christ, the wicked will be burned as stubble: "For the hour is nigh and...
Are children still sealed to the parent who keeps temple covenants? Even if the other parent doesn’t?
Question Dear Gramps I write to you with a plea. I was in a temple sealing once and the sealer said to the couple if one breaks their covenants but the other stays true to their covenants the children will still be sealed to the one who keeps their covenants....
Is having an affair automatic grounds for excommunication?
Question Hi Gramps, My family has had to deal with a lot of pain in recent years with a man that cheated multiple times on my sister. They are now divorced. He is very narcissists and thinks rules don't apply. He has never said he was sorry for what he has done...
Am I worthy of help?
Question Dear Gramps, I haven't been exercising my faith lately and I started suffering from depression. I read that I can ask for a blessing, but I don't feel worthy, not at all. So I wish I changed and know I need help, yet I don't feel like I deserve the...
Can one get baptized without joining any church?
Question Gramps, Is it possible to get baptized as a commitment to follow Christ, but not join any particular church? Bri Answer Dear Bri, There may be someone out there who would offer you that service, the question is what would it mean? If you...
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