How will the prophecy of the Jews accepting Christ be fulfilled?
Question Gramps, We know that before the Second Coming, the lost tribes will be gathered, and the Jews will accept Jesus as the Christ, return to the land of their inheritance, and rebuild the temple of Jerusalem. This is a critical part of the gathering of...
How can I know more about who Heavenly Father is?
Question Hello Gramps, I love your site and the information you have shared here. I am currently serving as a service missionary in Hawaii, and I have been praying to better know Heavenly Father and the Savior. What advice do you have for us to know more about...
When is the scripture 2 Nephi 28 going to be fulfilled?
Question Gramps, Is the Church following the martyrdom of Joseph Smith more like the Kingdom of Noah or the people of Alma? Following that thinking, when is the scripture in 2 Nephi 28:24-25 going to be fulfilled where all is not well in Zion and the people are...
If there is infinite atonement, how can there be a final judgment?
Question Gramps, Can one state accurately that there is anything or any judgment that is "final" when we are taught the doctrine of an "infinite" atonement in the temple and scripture and by modern revelation? Infinite literally must encompass all past,...
Does a parent’s role end when their child turns 18?
Question Gramps, I saw your answer to this question about stewardship, "Does a parent’s stewardship change as the kids grow up and get married?" It stated, "Some parents mistakenly believe that their role ends when their child turns 18. As you know this is not...
Can your degree of glory change during the millennium?
Question Hi Gramps! I was reading about the first and second resurrections and I keep seeing that people will be resurrected based on the level of glory they are to receive. If that's already determined (what glory level a person will inherit) then what's the...
Will our bodies be different according to the kingdom we end up in after death?
Question Gramps, President Nelson has said our choices today will determine our bodies and the place we will be in eternity. Will our bodies be different in Celestial Kingdom vs Terrestrial and Telestial Kingdoms? If so how will they be different? Vicki ...
How is it that Lazarus died twice if scriptures state man dies once?
Question Gramps, How do we reconcile that Lazarus died, then was raised from the dead to later die again with Hebrews 9:27 as with all those who were raised from the dead? The scripture says man dies but once to die no more. Donald Answer Donald,...
Is God actively engaged?
Question Gramps, I want to know, whether God just sits on a throne the whole time and orders angels or people to do things. Is He actively engaged as well? Does He move around and do things too, and what might be meant by throne exactly, I'd appreciate your...
What city was the location of the drowning of the swine?
Question Gramps, What city was the drowning of the swine? I've heard about the area of Gadarene, Decapolis, and Sennabris. Bill Answer Hi Bill, Thank you for your question. This is a question that doesn't have a clear answer in the scriptures. ...
How do you tell if scriptures refer to Jesus Christ or Heavenly Father?
Question Gramps, I was reading 1st Nephi chapter 3 and wondering if referencing the Lord is referring to Jesus Christ or to Heavenly Father. How do you tell the difference between when Lord is used in the scriptures and who it’s referring to? LeAnn ...
Does John the Beloved hold the keys to the priesthood?
Question Gramps, In D&C 7:7 it says: “…and unto you three I will give this power & the keys of this ministry until I come.” Peter, James & John were given the keys of the priesthood until Christ comes. Now, Peter/James died, but John is still...
Will speech impediments still exist after death?
Question Gramps, If a person has a speech impediment (a lisp) on this side of the veil, will he/she still have that impediment on the other side, prior to being exalted? Charles Answer Dear Charles, While we have few teachings about the condition...
Where is it said that Satan is a spirit son of God?
Question Gramps, Where in the scriptures does it say that Satan is a spirit son of God? I can't find one scripture. My daughter is questioning our beliefs and all I find is that he is an "angel." Marianne Answer Dear Marianne, First, please...
How do we have free will?
Question Dear Gramps, If God is all-knowing and all-powerful, how do we have free will? That seems to contradict itself. If he is all powerful and all knowing, then why would he be making/allowing people to live their life in a way that would derail them from...
How was God once a man if He is eternal?
Question Hello Grandpa I have a question and it is the following. How is it that God was once a man and was exalted to be a God according to the teachings of King Follet? Psalm 90 verse 2 says God was always eternal. Could you explain it to me please? Mauro...
Will Satan have influence in the spirit world?
Question Gramps, Will Satan have influence in the Spirit World to those being taught the gospel? Rod Answer Hello Rod! This is one subject where I am thankful for the gift of modern prophets to help clarify what isn't very clearly taught about in...
Are “casting prayers” a good thing to do?
Question Gramps, I know someone who is active in church who uses 'casting prayers'. She can't figure out why she has to spend all day saying casting prayers and some kind of mouth or teeth clickings she does, and why she has to ask almost daily for a...
Why is there no orientation or training for callings anymore?
Question Gramps, I've been a member my entire life and several leadership callings. I'm in my 60s now and in a new presidency. I was wondering why orientation and training from the Stake is almost non existent. When I inquired, the response was..."we will...
What is the Olivet Discourse?
Question Gramps, What is the Olivet Discourse? William Answer Dear William, The Olivet Discourse is the teaching given by Christ on the Mount of Olives as recorded in Matthew 24 and 25. These teachings come near the end of Christ's ministry and...
What happens to a deceased spouse when a sealing cancellation is done?
Question Dear Gramps, What happens if a man and woman are sealed in the temple and live worthily, but then the husband dies young? The young wife requests and gets a sealing cancellation so that she can be sealed to another (living) man. What happens to the...
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