Why does the LDS Church pick and choose the parts of the Word of Wisdom to follow?
Question Dear Gramps, I have a question about the Word of Wisdom. My question is, why does the LDS Church pick and choose which parts of the Word of Wisdom is to be obeyed and which is not? For example meat is supposed to be consumed sparingly and only in...
Who determines if a spirit is sent to spirit prison or to paradise?
Question Gramps, At death, spirits are taken home to that God who created them. They are "prejudged" and sent to either paradise or spirit prison. Christ is the ultimate judge but who determines if a spirit is sent to paradise or spirit prison? Dave ...
Shouldn’t church members share their professional talents?
Question Dear Gramps, Once when my mom was really sick, and our family was short on money, my dad called up a new member of our ward who was a medical doctor, and asked him if he could write her a prescription. This new brother became angry and told my dad to...
Any recommendations for books to help me learn more about Joseph Smith?
Question Gramps, I do wish to understand Joseph Smith better as a person and his nature and personality. Are there any books or diaries that you recommend? I've read Joseph Smith history a lot, but some other sources would be amazing. Mauri Answer Dear...
Can we have the Sacrament as we meet as a family group to discuss scriptures?
Question Gramps, We take the sacrament every Sunday. But if we have the priesthood (worthy holders) in our home, can we have the Sacrament as a family group as we meet and discuss scriptures? Sometimes that's twice a week. Is there a rule prohibiting that? If...
Where do I turn for Priesthood counsel regarding sexual abuse?
Question Grandpa, I recently confided in my sister. I told her that I was in therapy trying to heal my chronic pelvic pain, PTSD which resulted from sexual abuse that I never dealt with. What am I missing? I'm very familiar with the atonement. It's not like I...
Does being from the House of Jacob have precedence over Ephraim?
Question Gramps, Hi. I want to know what the distinguishable factors, blessings and responsibilities are between being from the house of Ephraim and Joseph regarding patriarchal blessing Lineage? Mainly Joseph I don't understand. If Joseph was split into 2...
Does the church have a position on the rumor that someone translated the sealed portion of the plates?
Question Dear Gramps, I have to admit that no matter how difficult and or profound, you always manage to give answers to all those various questions from all around the world. Several months ago I sent a question about the sealed portion of the plates. There...
Why do we get married for “time and all eternity” if we don’t comprehend eternity?
Question Hello Gramps! I have been a bit frustrated over this past month. My grandfather proposed to a woman who he has known for quite some time, but only recently did he start dating her. It troubles me, especially because my grandmother died a little over a...
Was Jesus really a carpenter?
Question Gramps, Jesus is continually referred to as a "carpenter" (woodworker). However, I find no reference to the Savior actually working with wood. If anything, Christ was probably a mason, as nearly all of his references and parables seem to focus on...
How do I ask non member relatives for permission to do temple work?
Question Gramps, How do I ask my very staunch Catholic, born again Baptists, and non believer relatives for permission to do temple work? Can I take cousin Billy's name to the temple? Can I baptize your dead dad to be a Mormon? Your family needs to be...
Why aren’t we set apart as visiting teachers?
Question Hello there Gramps, I really enjoy your questions and answers. Thank you for all your shared wisdom. My question is regarding visiting teaching. I am wondering why we are not set apart and given a blessing for this important church calling? Thank...
Does baptism provide automatic forgiveness?
Question Dear Gramps, When a person is baptized, is God forced to forgive them of sins they have not repented of? Or does everyone come out of the font with just a few sins unforgiven? Is baptism truly a one-time blanket "get out of jail free" card? Or how...
Is the idea of Christ having nails driven through his wrists unique to the LDS Church?
Question Dear Gramps, While waiting in a hospital lobby today, I glanced through the March 2014 issue of "War Cry", a magazine published by The Salvation Army. The picture on the cover shows what appears to be Christ reaching out to a young woman. Christ's...
Why does the Church not have a standard procedure during the Sacrament for those with Celiac disease?
Question Gramps, I have Celiac disease and cannot eat regular Sacrament bread. At my ward I place my cracker in a pill bag and place on the appropriate tray prior to the Sacrament. Unaware to me, at my son's ward they have a special tray for the Celiacs. I...
Will I receive a greater blessing for enduring a specific trial?
Question Gramps, Do I get a greater blessing for successfully enduring a trial? For example I don't have a family. I was not blessed with children and my relatives are dead. I hear about how important family is. Will I get a greater blessing if I successfully...
Is it bad to read controversial LDS material?
Question Dear Gramps. I just recently re-joined Facebook and I have noticed a lot of topics that pop up on my time line that are somewhat negative about the gospel. I am so tempted to read up on what is happening in the Church and its disciplinary actions...
Should I make the Bishop aware of someone violating church standards?
Question Gramps, If someone I know is openly violating what our Church stands for, at what point do you decide to make the Bishop aware of the situation. I.e. Adultery, pornography, alcoholism. It bothers me to sit in Church with this person. Especially...
Why did Jesus need to be baptized?
Question Gramps, Some say that Jesus was baptized just to set an example for the rest of us. Others say that even though he was perfect it was still required of him to be baptized. Although it did set a great example, I can't understand why he actually needed...
Will the Priesthood save the Constitution or is it an urban legend?
Question Gramps, Is there a prophecy that the constitution would hang by a thread and then be saved by the church or priesthood? Richard Answer Dear Richard, There is such a prophecy. In a 1950 General Conference address, President Joseph...
What version accurately represents John’s record written on parchment?
Question Gramps, In response to Joseph and Oliver’s questioning about whether John the Beloved had died or not, Joseph translated in D&C 7 a "record made on parchment by John and hidden up by himself.” The original document and the Book of Commandments...
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