Why should evil spirits feel obligated to leave when commanded to do so?
Question Dear Gramps, In D&C 121:41 it says that: "No power or influence can or ought to be maintained by virtue of the priesthood, only by persuasion, by long-suffering, by gentleness and meekness, and by love unfeigned;" So, if forcing someone to do...
Will we learn of the sins of our spouses at judgment time?
Question Gramps, There was a time when my husband was withdrawn from me. And having found small hints of infidelity I asked him directly if he had been unfaithful. He denied, of course, but now, two years later I still feel he cheated and is ignoring it. Will...
Should we be in a panic concerning food storage?
Question Gramps, My husband and I have been activity working our food storage for over 10 years. A few days ago I reading thoughts of an LDS group on line, where I thought we might get ideas from other LDS members doing the same thing. I spent a couple hours...
Can God give someone the Priesthood directly?
Question Gramps, I have always understood that the priesthood was given from one person who had the priesthood to another. Someone has told me that Elijah got the priesthood from God directly. He uses this as evidence to say that we do not need the church...
What do we know about the form of angels?
Question Gramps, What do we know about the form of angels? Cherubims are described in some detail in the scriptures as having multiple wings. What have the prophets said on the form of these cherubims? Is their form symbolic or literal? When Moroni...
How do you explain to an investigator about Blacks and the Priesthood?
Question Dear Gramps, How do you explain that for a time Blacks were not allowed to hold the Priesthood to a person who is investigating the Church and is sincerely looking for answers? In my humble opinion, the answer that has sometimes been given that it is...
Is it okay to use supplements that contain green tea?
Question Gramps, I know that green tea is against the Word of Wisdom. It seems like there are so many supplements with green tea in it. I know it is wrong to drink green tea but I was wondering what your thoughts are about Indian green tea in a supplement. I am...
Am I living in the past if I don’t care for the tv shows of today?
Question Dear Gramps, The values and beliefs expressed in modern day movies and TV shows are really offensive to me, and leave me feeling poorly afterwards. So I have pretty much abandoned them and gone to watching the old black and white movies and TV shows...
Is Ebola the desolating sickness spoken of in the scriptures?
Question Gramps, My questions is one of speculation, But do you think that perhaps the Ebola virus could be the desolating sickness spoken of in the scriptures that shall cover the land in the last days? Thanks. Dev Answer Dear Dev, Although...
Does the Church have a stance on meditation?
Question Hi Gramps, I've been very interested in meditation about things of a metaphysical nature. I was wondering what the church's stance is on meditation and the metaphysical, specifically as it pertains to astral projection and other psychic abilities. I...
Do you think ISIS is connected to Biblical prophecy?
Question Hi Gramps, I really appreciate the time you invest in answering all of our many questions. There has been much going on in relation to the Islamic State or ISIS. They have been doing terrible things to many innocent people and there are some who...
Why is the Doctrine and Covenants not arranged in chronological order?
Question Dear Gramps, What is the rhyme or reason behind how the Doctrine and Covenants is arranged? They are not organized in chronological order. Neither are they arranged topically or by priority as far as I can tell. There must be some logical reason...
Was the work done in the original Nauvoo Temple the same that is done today?
Question Gramps, I have been wondering about the temple work that was done in the Nauvoo Temple when Brigham Young was working around the clock to get the work done before the Saints left Nauvoo. How is it similar or different than the work we do today? Rod...
Why do we have to wait until we are 16 to date?
Question Gramps, So I know we aren't supposed to date until we are 16. But why? Julie Answer Dear Julie, I have often talked to non-members who are dubious, if not out-right skeptical, about young people in the church being able to remain virtuous...
When Christ visited the Americas, who were the 12 Apostles chosen?
Question Gramps, I heard in a talk by Elder Uchtdorf that when Jesus visited America after his resurrection, He chose his Twelve Apostles. Who were they? LD Answer LD, Several years ago, I saw some beautiful artwork depicting the twelve Nephite...
Why don’t we use the Book of Enoch?
Question Gramps, If Jesus and others cited the Book of Enoch, why don't we use these books? Bernie Answer Bernie The Lord had this to say about Apocryphal books D&C 91 1 Verily, thus saith the Lord unto you concerning the...
Is not following a prompting the same as denying the Holy Ghost?
Question Hi Gramps, If I got a prompting and did not follow these feelings, did I commit the unforgivable sin of denying the Holy Ghost? Or what does it mean exactly to sin against the Holy Ghost? Julia Answer Julia, It's been my experience that...
What is the difference between the influence of and the Gift of the Holy Ghost?
Question Dear Gramps, Perhaps this question has been asked before and I missed it, but what would you say is the difference between the influence of the Holy Spirit and the gift of the Holy Spirit? Is there a difference? Keith Answer Keith, There...
What is the Lord’s and the Church’s view on suicide?
Question Gramps, Over the last several of years I have had a few friends take, what they think is, the easy way out. This is devastating for all those left behind. A few have them are members, some not. Most of them I served with in the military and had a great...
What does my patriarchal blessing mean when it says I will live a life of longevity?
Question Gramps, There is one part of my patriarchal blessing that I have had a very hard time understanding. It says that I will have ministering angels watching over me and at times I'll be able to feel of those angels. And as long as I'm worthy of this...
Can miracles be performed by faith alone?
Question Gramps, John was telling Jesus that there was a man [who not followeth them] casting out devils. But Jesus said, Forbid him not: for there is no man which shall do a miracle in my name. From my understanding - people can perform miracles with faith...
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