When someone commits suicide, do they go to another earth?
Question Gramps, If there are other "Gods" and other "Earths," do people that commit suicide perhaps go to another "Earth" with worse circumstances to work through? Timothy Answer Timothy, In short, no. Not those who commit suicide, nor any...
What is the benefit of keeping a journal if I don’t have family?
Question Gramps, What is the benefit of keeping a journal if I don't have a family? I am the last one alive in my family, no children, nieces or nephews. I made an interstate move a while ago and packed up 40 years of journals with me. UPS made pretty good...
Was Christ a tattle-tale?
Question Dear Gramps, When Christ was a youth, was He a tattle-tale? Since He could not "look upon sin with the least degree of allowance", did He always turn His friends or family members in when He saw them do something wrong? Today, friends expect you to...
How is a new Apostle chosen?
Question Gramps, With the passing of beloved Apostle L. Tom Perry there is now a vacancy as it were in the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. I am interested to know what the process is for choosing a new Apostle. Barbara Answer Dear Barbara, Jesus...
Are there any doctrines kept from members?
Question Gramps, Are there any doctrines kept from the members and if so why? Bernie Answer Hi Bernie, During his mortal ministry, the Lord made it clear how and to whom the deep and hidden things of the gospel would be revealed: For every one...
Will the Holy Ghost receive a body?
Question Gramps, I really love this website! I have a question regarding the Holy Ghost. Will he receive a body of his own at some point? Thank you for all your time and effort in answering people's questions the best you can! Allison Answer ...
Is Cain alive or dead?
Question Dear Gramps, On March 29, 2013, you posted that the story of David W. Patten in Miracle of Forgiveness mentions Cain and you indicated the individual that Elder Patten met was Cain. On March 8, 2006, you posted an extract from Hugh Nibley, where Cain...
If we are either on the Lord’s side or we are not, why are there 3 degrees of Glory?
Question Gramps, While having a religious discussion I was asked about the 3 degrees of Glory. In my friends eyes, all of our works are as a dirty rag to be burned and all of our sins are equally as horrible before the Lord so you are either a believer or you...
When did the Church change its policies on announcing disciplinary actions?
Question Dear Gramps, I'm curious, did the church change its policy of announcing when people in the church are disfellowshipped or excommunicated? I recall when they used to announce these actions in Sacrament Meeting. Thanks. Mike Answer Mike,...
Must I be sealed to my family to be a joint heir with Christ?
Question Hi Gramps, Why are eternal families so important and how do they relate to being an heir of God's kingdom? Do I need to be sealed to my parents, spouse, and children in order to be a joint-heir with Christ? Perry Answer Dear Perry, In...
Is the position of President of the Church a separate office in the Priesthood?
Question Gramps, Is the President of the Church ordained or set apart? Is the position a separate office in the Priesthood or a calling? Dave Answer Dear Dave, "The president of the Church", like quorum and auxiliary presidents, is not itself a...
Will the Levites hold a literal blood sacrifice in the last days?
Question Gramps, Will the Levites offer a literal blood sacrifice again in the last days? Has this already been performed? Jimmy Answer Dear Jimmy, Doctrine and Covenants 13:1 states: Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah I confer...
How can I have a personal audience with Heavenly Father face to face?
Question Gramps, The scriptures give plenty of evidence that man can see God face to face and speak with Him. In addition our temple ceremonies seem to imply that one can receive a personal audience with God the Father or His Son. And in writing this I feel the...
Have our leaders said anything about the conspiracies of the world today?
Question Dear Gramps, As I've studied the scriptures I've learned that conspiracy is nothing new. Satan and Cain, the Gadiaton robbers, the conspiracy of destroying the people of God if the sign of Christ' birth didn't happen, Daniel and the Lions den, etc. As...
Can one be rebaptized to show a recommitment?
Question Dear Gramps, Is there a commandment in the church that says you can't be re-baptized when recommitting yourself? I have a son who has been inactive, but is coming back. He just wants me to re-baptize him to show his recommitment to himself and God I...
If we fast for more than one thing does it diminish the help we might receive?
Question Dear Gramps, If a person fasts for more than one concern at the same time, does it dilute or diminish the power or help that could be available were we to fast for any one of those concerns individually? Robert Answer Hi Robert, I suspect...
Will there be a calling out to all members to go and live in tent cities?
Question Gramps, I have been hearing a lot lately from people that there is going to be a calling out to all the members of the church to go live in tent cities. They believe that this is going to happen really soon. Have you heard anything on this? Joe ...
At what point do we break from the Savior’s example?
Question Dear Gramps, The Savior is supposed to be our example in ALL things. Yet he meekly endured terrible abuse by others prior to His crucifixion to the nth degree. The 13th Article of Faith says we hope to be able to endure all things. So at what point...
When we hear the phrase “baptism by fire,” what is fire referring to?
Question Gramps, What is meant by "baptized by fire and the Holy Ghost?" What does "fire" refer to? Claudette Answer Dear Claudette, Pres. Boyd K. Packer once gave a wonderful talk on this topic called, The Gift of the Holy Ghost: What...
Is it ever appropriate to speak negatively of another religion from the pulpit?
Question Gramps, Is it ever appropriate for a speaker from the stand to refer to the Catholics belief in transubstantiation as "preposterous"? I felt it was in appropriate and brought it to the bishop (the son of the speaker in question) who told me that since...
Did church members own slaves?
Question Gramps, I am not sure of dates but it seems that the church existed before slavery was fully abolished. Are there any instances known about where members had slaves? Liz Answer Dear Liz, Yes, the Church was established during the...
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