Where is the secular history in the Book of Mormon that Nephi was writing about?
Question Gramps, Nephi writes that he does not know why he is commanded to rewrite his father's writing, but he does it with faith. I understand this because of the 116 lost pages. But I am so confused about the secular history he says he will write. We have...
Did we earn our earthly station that determined where and when we came to earth?
Question Gramps, Did we earn our earthly station when and where we came to earth? Sam Answer Sam, Every human being, at one time or another, confronts the question: “Why am I here, and did I have any say in my life’s circumstances?” Did we select...
Why couldn’t Adam and Eve have children in the garden, as it states in 2 Nephi 2?
Question Gramps, Why couldn’t Adam and Eve have children in the garden, as it states in 2 Nephi 2? Joseph Answer Joseph, Imagine a paradise—lush, peaceful, untouched by pain or death. In this setting, Adam and Eve walked with God, yet they...
How do people in other worlds get atoned for their sins?
Question Gramps, How do other worlds get atoned for their sins when Jesus Christ chose to physically and spiritually be crucified and atone for our sins here? Sara Answer Sara, The Book of Mormon prophet Amulek taught that “there should be a great...
What is the Church’s stance on suing someone?
Question Hi Gramps, I am in a position where I have the opportunity to sue and charge someone for defamation, retaliation, and discrimination against me, However I know some churches are against suing because we are taught to turn the other cheek. What should I...
What is the Church’s stance on participating in yoga?
Question Gramps Tonight I went to a Yoga class for the first time, as I want to learn to deal with stress better and become fitter physically; however, I came out rather unsettled. I am only a new convert, but there were Buddhist statues and pictures...
Why did the Lord confound the language?
Question Gramps, Why did the Lord confound the language? Karen Answer Karen, The question of language in the afterlife is intricately bound to how language began. According to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, when Adam and Eve were...
Why is it possible for men to be sealed to more than one woman?
Question Gramps, Why is it possible for men to be sealed to more than one woman? Terry Answer Terry, In the context of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a sealing is a sacred ordinance performed in temples that binds individuals...
Why do we have signs? Specifically signs of the Second Coming?
Question Hello, Why do we have signs? Specifically, signs of the Second Coming, but more general signs as well: to those who will not believe, no sign will convince them, and to those who do, no sign is necessary. We're told to watch for the signs of the Second...
Are we supposed to repent frequently or infrequently? Is every day too much?
Question Dear Gramps, Are we supposed to repent frequently or infrequently? I've heard recent prophets speak on the joys of daily repentance, but I've also read that Joseph Smith taught that repentance is too serious a thing to do regularly. I might think that...
Did Jesus receive temple ordinances?
Question Gramps, Did Jesus receive temple ordinances? I know he was baptized to fulfill all righteousness, but he was sinless and didn't need to be. So then did he receive the other temple ordinances? Is there any record of that? Devon Answer...
What is the Church policy regarding cremation?
Question Gramps, Does the Church have a policy regarding cremation? Victoria Answer Victoria, Historically, the Church has counseled that “consignment to the earth is proper and appropriate.” This sentiment appears in multiple Church documents and...
How can I be sure that an angel is of the Lord and not from Satan?
Question Gramps, How can I be sure that the angel I saw in my dream is really an angel of the Lord and not from Satan? I've experienced a couple of different dreams about different angels. They are very vivid and I remember every detail. However, one who says...
Is there a difference between the gift and power of the Holy Ghost?
Question Gramps, 1 Nephi 13:37 says that the blessings of bringing forth Zion include the gift and the power of the Holy Ghost. Is there a difference between the gift and power? If so, what is it? James Answer James, After baptism, we talk of...
How do we know if a prophet is a true prophet?
Question Gramps, How do we know if a prophet is a true prophet, and how is a new one selected? Various submissions Answer Hello everyone, With the death of President Russell M. Nelson, several questions have again arisen regarding the succession...
What do we take with us when we die?
Question Gramps, What characteristics and knowledge do we take with us when we die? Norma Answer Norma, Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints believe that growth does not end with death; rather, the next stage of existence is...
Is it okay to live with a person of the opposite sex in a platonic relationship?
Question Gramps, I realize that we are to remain completely chaste before marriage, but what about cohabiting with single persons of the opposite sex in a completely platonic arrangement? Does church policy have a specific stance? If circumstances require that...
Who are the Lord’s Anointed?
Question Gramps, Who are the Lord's anointed? Jon Answer Jon, In ancient Israel, anointing was a tangible ritual. Priests and kings received a ceremonial outpouring of oil to set them apart for sacred service. Exodus records the instruction: “And...
Is there any truth to the Witch of Endor summoning Samuel?
Question Gramps, Was that really Samuel that the Witch of Endor summoned? Was it a lie? Was it a demon? Karl Answer Karl, While I could not find any official doctrine or statement clarifying this passage, the Old Testament Student Manual Genesis-2...
Where were Zarahemla and Bountiful located?
Question Gramps, Where was Zarahemla and Bountiful located? Bob Answer Bob, In a 2019 Gospel Topics essay, the Church stated unequivocally, “the Church does not take a position on the specific geographic locations of Book of Mormon events...
Are we commanded to bless our food before eating?
Question Gramps, Are we commanded to bless our food before eating? Cheyenne Answer Cheyenne, The act of pausing before a meal to bow one's head in prayer is almost universal among Latter-day Saint families. Whether uttered in homes, at large...
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