Do I need to talk to my Bishop for consuming a couple of alcoholic drinks?
Question Gramps, This past weekend I was hanging out with some friends and they brought out a bottle of vodka. None of my friends pressured me but I was genuinely curious what it would feel like and I took two shots.. I was still in control of my actions but...
What is the point of existing?
Question Gramps, What is the point of existing? Karen Answer Karen, That's an excellent question, and probably a question anyone who has ever existed will ask themselves at some point. As members of The Church of Jesus Christ of...
Is Matthew’s version of the events around Christ’s death accurate?
Question Gramps, In Matthew 27::52-53 the Savior dies and is still hanging on the cross. The veil is ripped in two and the graves open and saints witness in the city of Jerusalem. Matthew is the only gospel that mentions this phenomenal occurrence and my...
Is there a list of everything that would be against the Word of Wisdom?
Question Gramps, Where can I find a list of everything that would be against the Word of Wisdom? Rick Answer Rick, Several questions have been asked as to what is forbidden by the Word of Wisdom and whether a specific drink or substance is...
Why was Cain’s offering rejected by the Lord?
Question Dear Gramps, Please explain why Cain’s sacrifice was not acceptable to Heavenly Father but Abel’s was. Paula Answer Dear Paula, Upon the birth of Cain, Eve declared: “I have gotten a man from the Lord; wherefore he may not reject his...
How can I keep my mind clear of bad thoughts?
Question Dear Gramps, I need your help on what to do. I’ve kind of polluted my mind by accident. Some songs and movies I thought would never come back, have come back, and I get bad thoughts in my head sometimes and I feel that I can’t always control my...
Why would my husband and I get conflicting answers whether to stay together?
Question Gramps, I have been separated from my husband for a year who was excommunicated 7 months ago. I have spent a lot of time fasting and praying as well as attending the temple to know if I should stay married to him. The answer I consistently receive...
Is God responsible for our height?
Question Gramps, Is God responsible for the height that we are? I am 5'4" and have insecurities about it. I have asked a couple of pastors and no one really answers my question, and I would like to know what you think about this topic. Omar Answer...
When are we allowed to stay up late and have fun?
Question Dear Gramps, When are we supposed to stay up late and have some fun, maybe watch some movies? I come home exhausted Friday afternoon, and can't stay up because I'm too tired. I can't stay up late on Saturday night because we have church early Sunday...
What were Nephi’s trials and how did he overcome them?
Question Gramps, What were Nephi’s trials and how did he overcome them? Marissa Answer Dear Marissa, The section of 2 Nephi 4:16-35, is known as Nephi’s lament. But rather than reproducing the entire section here, let me a few excerpts therefrom...
What was the need for the Lord to command the early Saints to take extra wives?
Question Dear Gramps, I have been reading a book about the Mormon Church and polygamy entitled, Kingdom in the West: Doing the Works of Abraham. In this book it goes into detail about Joseph Smith’s attempts to get polygamy going in the church. I am so...
What is the wife’s role in determining worthiness of her husband?
Question Gramps, What is the wife's role in determining the worthiness of her husband? I have been asked, on two separate occasions, about my husband's worthiness to serve in a calling. I am uncomfortable with being asked to judge my husband's worthiness; I...
Have I denied the Holy Ghost?
Question Gramps, I always was told that to commit the sin of denying the Holy Ghost, you would literally have to see God or Jesus in front of you, know they exist, and still deny them. But is that true? Or is it much easier for someone today to commit that sin...
Why was a restoration of the gospel necessary?
Question Dear Gramps Why was a restoration of the gospel necessary? What is the real/true message of the restoration? How many restorations from apostasy have occurred? Robert Answer Dear Robert, Whenever the gospel is taken from the earth such...
Do those who have passed on into the spirit world ever visit family members left behind?
Question Gramps, My daughter believes that her great grandpa is sitting with her on the bus and is telling her that she is doing great in school and will grow up to be a pretty girl. Are there spirits of family members out there that visit? JoDel Answer...
Will Cain be held more responsible than Hitler for the terrible things he did?
Question Dear Gramps, In a class we were discussing resurrection and our teacher gave us the names of four people and asked us if any of them would not be resurrected. We answered the question, however, the discussion turned to sins and whose were worse. Two...
How is it determined which texts are considered scripture and which are not?
Question Dear Gramps, How is it determined which texts are considered scripture and which are not? Specifically, why isn’t the King Follet Sermon given the status of scripture, since Joseph Smith stated some key doctrinal points in that sermon? Shane ...
Can Satan influence us while in Paradise or Spirit Prison?
Question Does Satan have power to influence us after earth life in Paradise or/and Spirit Prison? Diana Answer Dear Diana, I believe the answer to your question is dependent on what you mean by influence. We read in Alma 40: 11-13, 11 Now,...
What are the three trumpet sounds that will occur at the coming of the Savior?
Question Gramps, Could you please explain in detail, along with your opinion of the three trumpet sounds before Christ's coming? I realize it will not be all at once, but I'm also sure it will be a scary thing even for the saints who are living righteously. In...
Why isn’t Gabriel on top of the temples instead of Moroni?
Question Gramps, Can you provide references and explain why Moroni is blowing a horn on top of many temples? Moroni was a warrior. He fought many battles. I don't recall a scripture proclaiming him blowing a horn. On the other hand, Gabriel will blow a horn to...
What happened to the Urim and Thummim after the Book of Mormon was translated?
Question Gramps, Today our lesson in primary was on the restoration of the Church and of Joseph Smith translating the golden plates. After the translations had taken place whatever happened to the Urim and the Thummim? My husband said he learned in Seminary,...
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