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...
Why did Jesus Christ need a physical body?
Question Gramps, I have often wondered, if Jesus only received his body here upon the Earth in the meridian of time, how did he do all the creations without a body? Christ did not receive his body until he resurrected in the garden tomb. If that is the case,...
Does the Bible contain the fulness of the gospel?
Question Hello Maybe you can help me. I thought the Bible did as well contain the fullness of the gospel. I can’t find talk about this. Most talks I see say the Book of Mormon only and not the Bible contains the fullness. I have many many Evangelical friends....
Can someone obtain the pure love of Christ?
Question Gramps, During this life, can someone obtain the pure love of Christ? Kalena Answer Dear Kalena, The phrase "pure love of Christ" is used only by Moroni: Moroni 7:47 But charity is the pure love of Christ, and it endureth forever; and...
Why does God allow sexual abusers to be called to authority positions?
Question Gramps, Why does Heavenly Father allow men, who He knows will sexually abuse youth under His stewardship, to be called to positions of authority in the Church? Roger Answer Hi there Roger, This is a very valid question and indeed a...
Did we agree to our trials on earth?
Question Gramps, Do you have the quote that states we agreed to our trials on earth in the pre existence? My sweet friend's youngest son passed away this weekend and she asked me to find that quote to help her. She’s having a rough day . Thank you, Paige...
Can someone with an addiction have a blessing of healing?
Question Gramps, I'm sure we all know that addiction of all forms, pornography or alcohol, change and damage the addict's brain. If an addict were to seek a blessing, could they get a blessing of healing? Addiction is considered a sickness by many, and it's a...
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