Are there scriptures that justify slavery?
Question Gramps, A person recently informed me that slavery was allowed by scripture. I knew it was an existing practice in the societies thereabouts. I knew that there were people who tried to justify slavery by the scriptures, but am not aware of where...
Did I do something terrible in the premortal world?
Question Gramps, Does our life in the premortal world determine our family? I was raised by a single mother and never met my father. There has been abuse in my family for several generations. I was not able to become pregnant. My temple marriage ended in...
Is eating foods that trigger allergies breaking the Word of Wisdom?
Question Hi Gramps, This may seem like a petty question, but it's something that's been bothering me. I have a number of (non fatal) food allergies, involving items not referred to in D&C 89 (eg dairy products). I know the Word of Wisdom's intention is to...
Why was so much written down in the early days of the Mormon Church?
Question Gramps, Throughout my studies I feel like there was A LOT of doctrine, thoughts, life stories, and other things written down during the church's early years. I know there was also a lot not written down. Did everyone back then just write so much? And...
Is God’s real name Elohim?
Question Gramps, Is Gods real name Elohim? Kori Answer Dear Kori, Elohim is a word that we Latter-day Saints use to refer to God the Father. If that's how one defines a name, then it can certainly be considered a name. But beyond that, we don't...
Who was the father of the 1st King Mosiah?
Question Gramps, Who was the father of King Mosiah? There doesn't seem to be a patriarchal link. I'm referring to the first King Mosiah, not his grandson, a subsequent king. Floyd Answer Floyd, We know very little about the kings of the Nephites...
What does the word wrought mean that is used in the scriptures?
Question Dear Gramps, The word "wrought" is used often in the latter-day scriptures. It is used in the past tense. What is the present, or future tense of the word? And what does it mean? Thanks for being so kind. Robert Answer Robert, Wrought...
Will we eat meat in the millenium?
Question Dear Gramps, Will we eat meat and other animal by-products in the millennium, or will we all be vegan? Wondering Answer Dear Wondering, I suspect you know the answer. But yes, barring any Star Trek-style food replicators, we will be...
Does your patriarchal blessing ever hint as to who you will marry?
Question Gramps, I have been thinking a lot about patriarchal blessings lately, and I was wondering if your blessing ever hints to WHO you will marry. I'm in high school and believe me I've had lots of crushes on different boys, but lately I've been spending...
What happened to Joseph Smith’s seer stone?
Question Gramps, What happened to Joseph Smith's seer stone? Does the church have one today? Mary Answer Mary, Joseph Smith owned several seer stones throughout his life. From what historians can gather, it seems that he gave the stone that was...
How old was Mary when she gave birth to Jesus?
Question Gramps, I was wondering how old Mary was when she gave birth to Jesus. I know that she was a young woman but my dad and I would like to know if it says anywhere how old she was. Teleah Answer Dear Teleah, Mary was probably somewhere...
How can I unite a job with my faith?
Question Dear Gramps, I am a graphic designer and got offered a job where I would be working on mainly tobacco material. This would be my first job and I should be happy I found something but I don't know how to unite this with my faith. What are your...
Is is okay to use marijuana as a medical alternative?
Question Hello Gramps, I have 3 major medical issues that cause me serve pain and have a mental health disorder. One is a gene mutation and the others I could not have prevented. I am in my mid 30's and have been deemed disabled. I take many RX meds and I have...
What is the difference between purity and righteousness?
Question Gramps, What's the difference between purity and righteousness? Marilyn Answer Dear Marilyn, Your question is very short, and thus it is hard to discern your intent. Forgive me if I have misunderstood you. At first glance, some might...
How did the LDS church get its official name?
Question Gramps, How did the LDS Church get its official name, "The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints?" I see lots of material online on why we are called "Mormons" but I cannot seem to find anything on when/why the official name was given and what...
How can I cultivate friendships in my ward through service?
Question Hi Gramps, I find myself repeatedly trying to form Mormon friendships based off of serving others - multiple rides per week, doing dishes, etc. Each time - my efforts fail when I fail to live up to the expectations of the other person. For example, car...
How can I get past doubting everything?
Question Dear Grandpa, I converted to the church about a year ago after investigating for six months. Soon after my baptism I stopped attending church. I am really unsure as to why I stopped, but I did. I loved going to church, I loved reading from the Book of...
What blessings can one expect for submitting names to have temple work done?
Question Dear Gramps, What blessings can a person expect from submitting extended/distant family names for temple proxy work? Thanks for your kind help as always. Robert Answer Dear Robert, Our departed dead have need of the saving ordinances...
How will there be enough space in the Celestial Kingdom for all who will make it?
Question Gramps, I understand the Earth will be the Celestial Kingdom. It doesn't seem there will be enough space for all those who are in the Celestial Kingdom or are there only going to be 7 billion who make it? If so then I'm wasting my time going to church....
Why is our current baptismal prayer different than the one Peter stated in Acts?
Question Gramps, In Acts 2:38, Peter says, "Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost." When a person is baptised by one holding the priesthood, the following...
Do I need to confess to something I did many years ago?
Question Gramps, I guess the answer to this question is kind of obvious, but do we need to repent for things that we did a long time ago? (Perhaps a few years, or decades) And if so, how would I repent for such a thing because some things are so far back in the...
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