What does it mean to speak with the tongues of angels?
Question Gramps, What does it mean when it states "to speak with the tongues of Angels?" I'm assuming it's to do with the Holy Ghost? Thank you. Renee Answer Dear Renee, Nephi answers your question, but you have to be willing to follow his sermon...
Why did it take so long to lift the ban on the Priesthood for blacks?
Question Gramps Hello could you possibly help me understand why it took so long before the ban on blacks holding the Priesthood was lifted? I've studied this for several years and still have not come up with a conclusive answer. The original ban I understand,...
What happens if there is a medical emergency in the temple?
Question Gramps, How do Emergency Services personnel gain access to an individual needing aid it they are inside one of our Temples and cannot be moved to the foyer ? I did an inquiry search but found no answers available. Gib Answer Gib,...
What is eternity?
Question Hi Gramps, This has always been a puzzlement for me. I thought that there is going to be one eternity so why do Mormons speak of eternities? What exactly is an eternity and what is the meaning of eternities? And what are the eternities going to...
Why do those who die before 8 get a free ride to the Celestial Kingdom?
Question Gramps, I do not understand why those who die before 8 receive a free ticket into the highest degree of celestial glory. The only reason I can fathom (and I think I was told this) is it's because they are souls who are too good and too pure for this...
What does Moses 8:22 mean?
Question Gramps, What does it mean in the sentence, "Every man was lift up in the imagination of the though of his heart, being only evil continually" as said in Moses 8:22 Why would the Lord continue to teach hardhearted people while its a waste of time and...
Is it okay to get a tattoo after baptism?
Question Gramps, After seeing the beautiful video of the tattooed Mormon, I wonder about those getting tattoos/piercings after receiving the blessings of baptism, and the temple. Are we advised or even commanded not to alter the temple of God in this way? I...
Why don’t we have prophets today like days of old?
Question Gramps, Why do we not have many prophets today like the days of old? I thought God was the same yesterday, today and forever? Hamani Answer Hamani, In short, we do. I think you're confusing what a prophet is, as in "one who prophesies",...
Didn’t the Lord specifically dictate women’s role in the home?
Question Good day brother Gramps, I just read the reply you gave to Carmen. On one one you write, "Carmen What we do with our lives, so long as it is legal and morally sound, is pretty much up to us to decide. I can’t recall the Lord ever dictating specifics on...
What does it mean to be holy?
Question Gramps, What does it mean to be holy? How do we practice holiness before the Lord ?Jeffery Answer Dear Jeffery, I can very much relate to your question. I tried for decades to find an answer that settled well with me. The challenge, you...
Why would the Church allow McConkie’s “Mormon Doctrine” to be published?
Question Dear Gramps,I've heard that there are a lot of errors in both editions of McConkie's "Mormon Doctrine." What exactly are those errors? Furthermore, how could the Church allow him to publish a book with so many errors and call it "Mormon Doctrine"?...
Can drinking coffee be likened to sex outside of marriage?
Question Gramps, My husband told me that drinking a cup of coffee is like having sex outside of mairage. I told him he was full of it. Sheryl Answer Dear Sheryl, Upon first reading this question, I do believe that you had Gramps completely at a...
Why isn’t baptism required for all?
Question Gramps, If baptism is required for entrance into the kingdom of God, why is it not required of little children or people with mental disabilities? I understand that because they are without sin, is the reason but so was Christ without sin. Should it...
How can I express my honest feelings to God without murmuring?
Question Dear Gramps, I had a very bitter thing happen to me 8 years ago. It has never been resolved. I have prayed to God all these years for intervention which has never come. How can I honestly express my feelings of utter and complete frustration to God...
Do we have to be a Savior to become like God and Jesus Christ?
Question Dear Gramps, Considering the gospel of Jesus Christ promises us eternal life, and that if we do our very best to keep the commandments of God, we may be as our Father in Heaven, as he was once like us. With that being said, according to Joseph Smith...
Can only men become Sons of Perdition?
Question Gramps, I hear many people talk about how the Son's of Purdition can only be men, because you can only receive so great a condemnation if you hold the priesthood. Is there any doctrine behind this? Shad Answer Shad, What an interesting,...
How do you cast your burdens upon the Lord?
Question Gramps, The scriptures often tell us to cast our burdens on the Lord. How does one do this? Please help. I need to teach a lesson on this in two weeks! Jacqueline Answer Dear Jacqueline, Why don't you ask your class? I find that in...
Are there times that it’s okay to take a day off from wearing temple garments?
Question Hi Gramps In the country I live, we have to marry civilly before we can be sealed in a temple. I've been to several LDS weddings over the past few years where the bride has clearly not been wearing her garments under her wedding dress even though she...
Are there scriptures where God says only men can be ordained to the Priesthood?
Question Gramps, Are there any scriptures where God says only men can be ordained to the Priesthood? Chuck Answer Hi Chuck, There are no specific scriptures that explicitly say this. If there were it would be less of a controversial subject, of...
How far is the Sacred Grove to the Smith’s house?
Question Gramps, i just want to ask how far is the Sacred Grove to the Smith's house? rr Answer Dear RR, It's been some years since I've been myself. You'll be pleased to know the sacred grove is just a short walk away from the Smith house (even...
Is asking questions regarding doctrine and policy considered apostasy?
Question Gramps, Is asking questions regarding doctrine and policy considered apostasy? I question sometimes but I don't want to be considered an apostate. Bryan Answer Bryan, I received your question today. I don't know if this question is in...
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