Who prophesied that Satan would have dominion over the waters?
Question Gramps, Who prophesied that Satan would have dominion over the waters in the last days? Pat Answer Dear Pat, The "prophesy" you refer to is probably what some have inferred from Doctrine and Covenants 61:13-19. A closer reading of the...
Can one be baptized if they have had an abortion?
Question Gramps, Can you be baptized if you have had an abortion? Trudy Answer Trudy, The short answer is yes.... Yes you can. Baptism is about having faith in Christ and having the desire and willingness to repent, in addition to joining the...
Was Judas damned for betraying Christ?
Question Hi Gramps, I know I've been asking you a lot of questions, primarily because I haven't seen them addressed before. This one has come to my mind periodically since I was in middle school. I don't believe that Judas knew that the Pharisees wanted Christ...
Are there references for 2 prophets killed in last days?
Question Gramps, What references are available regarding two prophets who will be killed and left on the streets of Israel prior to the second coming? Jerry Answer Jerry, The references you ask for can be found in a couple of places....
Was there a beginning?
Question Dear Gramps, I really appreciate the time and effort you put in answers all those questions. And I again want to thank you on behalf of all those thousands and thousands who I know are following your answers almost on a daily basis. I have been...
Have I seen Christ?
Question Gramps, I enjoy reading your responses and hope you can help me. Is it possible for a single sister see Christ? I feel I have. Granted, I saw Him in a dream but I don't think it different from an awake vision. I've been told that it is not possible for...
Is marriage the only thing “sealed” on earth as in heaven?
Question Gramps, A question came up in the Sunday school class I teach for which I haven't yet found a good answer. Is there anything "sealed" on earth as in heaven (Priesthood keys of Elijah) other than marriages? Thanks. David Answer Dear David,...
How can I benefit from the Atonement when it comes to my weaknesses?
Question Dear Gramps, I understand that Christ's suffering through his atonement paid the price for our sins thus allowing them to be forgiven. But how does Christ's atonement provide for our afflictions and weaknesses? I have accepted Christ's atonement for my...
How can I preserve a friendship while he is on a mission?
Question Gramps, My best friend is serving an LDS mission across the US. I am going to miss him dearly. Can you please lend some tips on how I can help preserve our friendship as I won't see him for 2 years? Jon Answer Dear Jon, Friendships are...
Did Laman and Lemuel really love their family?
Question Gramps, I know we have lots of reasons why Laman and Lemuel didn't want to go with their family into the wilderness, and we have lots of evidence to prove that they at times tried to not go or to head back. My question is why they ended up going? They...
Should I ponder upon the deep doctrines of the Church?
Question Dear Gramps, I am incredibly interested in deep doctrine. Things like Kolob, Theology, and other things intrigue my mind. I have been told by several church leaders that it is not good to think about things like that. I know I can't ever really...
Is it true that marriage is not allowed for the eternities per the Bible?
Question Gramps, My wife is a non member and has been taking lessons for 14 years. She said marriage is not allowed according to the bible. The elders and bishop were over this evening and none of us had an answer. Where in the Bible or Book of Mormon does it...
Doesn’t the atonement provide forgiveness for all sins in this world?
Question Gramps, I'm confused about D&C 84:41. It reads: 41 But whoso breaketh this covenant after he hath received it, and altogether turneth therefrom, shall not have forgiveness of sins in this world nor in the world to come. My question is: Doesn't the...
Should women work out of the home only when necessary?
Question Gramps, I just read your article regarding women in the work place. I understand it. But.... what if your children are in school your husband makes a good living and you don't want to be in the work place but your husband wants you there to be ale to...
Was Nephi a Jew?
Question Gramps, If Nephi was a Jew he was under the Law of Moses. When did the Law of Moses get replaced with the doctrine of Christ and replace sacrifice with baptism? In the Bible the Levites were baptizing. When did this start? I'm confused. I thought it...
Should we stand up against the war on Christians?
Question Gramps, I am deeply disturbed by the war on Christians in America. Most recently the baker facing jail time if he doesn't bake a cake for a gay couple. This is a private business for goodness sakes. Also the removal of the cross in San Diego at the war...
Will I come under condemnation if I retire?
Question Dear Gramps, President Kimball made the following statement in the Welfare Session of the October 1977 General Conference: “No true Latter-day Saint, while physically or emotionally able will voluntarily shift the burden of his own or his family’s...
What sins will keep us from gaining exaltation?
Question Hi Gramps, Are there any sins that, even if repented of, will keep us from gaining exhaltation? I believe murder might be one of those sins but are there any others? Thank you for your insight. Anonymous Answer Anonymous, In answer to...
Who is the artist of the painting in a previous article?
Question Gramps, Your article posted on July 30, 2013, about the Garden of Gethsemane contained a picture of the Savior in the Garden. Can you tell me more about the source of that picture? Your help is greatly appreciated!! Rand Answer Rand,...
Is tithing really considered “fire insurance?”
Question Gramps, My son, whom I love very much is not active in the church. He has a wife that is anti-Mormon, and they have 3 children. The oldest child just turned 13 years old. The lesson in Relief Society was about tithing. Not far into the lesson she asked...
Aren’t we just convincing ourselves that our religion is true?
Question Gramps, I have a friend who feels that people of all religions want their religion to be true so badly that they convince themselves that their religion is true. He feels that any spirit or power felt by an individual is caused by a strong internal...
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