What is the difference between a testimony and a talk?
Question Gramps, There are times that some members changed this, if it is testimony Sunday they talk like a speaker, but if we call them as a speaker they didn't accept it. What is the difference between a testimony and speaker? John Answer John,...
Does the Book of Mormon mention Christopher Columbus?
Question Gramps, Did the Nephites or Lamanites ever meet Christopher Columbus. Is he mentioned in the Book of Mormon? Kayla Answer Kayla, Thank you so much for your question. With our study of the Book of Mormon this year it's a timely...
Why can’t we drink alcohol?
Question Dear Gramps, I have always had this question. But nobody has been able to help me with it. Why cant we drink alcohol? Ava Answer Dear Ava, Heavenly Father loves His children and often the commandments He gives us are to protect us from...
Was the forbidden fruit really an apple?
Question Gramps, Was the forbidden fruit really an apple? Dallas Answer Dallas, In reality, we do not know what type of fruit the forbidden fruit was. Could it have been an apple? Perhaps, just as it could have been any other fruit, including...
How can a member of the Church be so unethical?
Question Hello, I hope you may be able to answer my question. I am not Mormon. However, a fellow doctor in the same industry tried to "steal" my staff". He befriended my staff & I, took us to dinner, then offered each them more $ and other benefits (but...
Is the Church resistant to change in the public’s eye?
Question Gramps, With the United States going through cultural change such as women's rights, abortion, and LBTGQ issues, are we Mormons resistant to change in the public's eye? It just always seems like we're one step behind in these issues. Daniel ...
How fair is it that our eternity is judged on a few short years?
Question Hi Gramps, I have no doubt God is a just God, so we will live in the kingdom of glory we deserve. I have read that if we compare mortal life with a drop of water then eternal life would be at least the entire ocean and that is not even close. So I am...
Can Priesthood blessings be given to deceased persons?
Question Hi Gramps, Can priesthood blessings be given to deceased persons? Thank you. Charles Answer Charles, In order to more accurately answer your question let's review blessings that result from the authorized use of the priesthood. In the...
Why are support groups for those struggling with their faith frowned upon?
Question Hey Gramps, Recently I've noticed in the news that members forming support groups for members going through faith crisis or those struggling to stay in the faith because of questions relating to LDS theology is seriously frowned upon and may even lead...
Can I be forgiven? Is exaltation still possible for me?
Question Hi gramps, I had been been given a disciplinary action (disfellowship) before due to disobeying the law of chastity. However, I committed the same mistake with a returned missionary once again. That RM and I broke up. Unfortunately, I disobeyed it...
Can God change the world through me?
Question Gramps, Three years ago I was an atheist, I was just sure God was as real as the Easter Bunny. Then He showed me how wrong I was. I started having visions, He says my visions are like John’s visions. It’s like dreaming only you’re awake. You can see,...
How do we harmonize the idea that more than one religion claim prophets?
Question Gramps, Muhammad claimed (and 1.5 billion Muslims believe) that he was the FINAL prophet sent by God. Joseph Smith Jr. claimed that God ordained him to a Prophet. How do we harmonize both claims? Alexander Answer Dear Alexandar, The...
What is the difference between the Light of Christ and the Holy Ghost?
Question Gramps, What is the difference between the Light of Christ, and the Holy Ghost? John Answer Hi John, Thank you for your question. You are correct, the Light of Christ and the Holy Ghost are different from one another, yet both serve to...
Why is there such a lukewarm response to abortion and homosexuality by the Church and members?
Question Gramps, If what the LDS Church teaches is true and the members really believe it, then why is there such a lukewarm response by the church and its members to both abortion and homosexuality? Abortion denies spirit brothers/sisters the opportunity of...
Per President Nelson’s last conference talk, can women now give blessings with oil?
Question Gramps, I have a very close friend who has been sealed to her husband after he passed away. My question is, she now feels in light of Pres Nelson's talk last conference that she "by virtue of her Temple covenants shares in his Priesthood to the point...
Why is there a 1 year wait to do someone’s temple work after death?
Question Gramps, Why is it necessary to wait one year after a death of an immediate family member to be able to do their temple work? William Answer William, It is necessary to wait one year after a death of an immediate family member because the...
Are there differences in the temple recommend renewal process?
Question Gramps, I know every situation is different ...but generally speaking- is the interview process the same across the board? Or is there something different the first time your interviewed for your temple recommend? Basically, Is there a difference...
Why are the YM and YW themes worded so differently when referring to heavenly parents?
Question Hello, Not sure if I can message before my question but I have to tell you I ran across this forum while searching for an answer to a sealing question and LOVE the way you use scripture and direct quotes from the priesthood to answer all these...
Do gay people go to hell?
Question Gramps, If there are 3 degrees of glory, do gay people go to hell or do they at least get the lowest glory? Adam Answer Adam, Members of the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles have taught that it’s not a sin to...
As a teenage girl in the Church, nothing shows me that I am as valuable as a man. What can I do?
Question Hi Gramps! I am a teenager and I don't feel valuable in the church as a woman. The extreme gender roles in the church make me feel almost sick. I cannot explain how much I have cried and felt worthless because of how unequal I am to the men of the...
Will there come a time that everything concerning Church will be done from our own home?
Question Hey Gramps! A thought was shared in institute, and the sister mentioned that there will be a time that we will not be able to go to church and we will have to do everything church related in our own homes (aka administer the sacrament, lessons, etc). I...
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