Why is Jesus Christ called the Lamb of God but also a shepherd?
Question Gramps, Why do we call Jesus a Lamb of God and also a shepherd? Kaylee Answer Kaylee, The concept of the lamb as a sacrificial figure is deeply rooted in Jewish tradition. The Passover lamb, for instance, played a crucial role in the...
Do we have heavenly grandparents?
Question Gramps, Is it possible that God was once like Jesus, having had to learn as a mortal individual before ascending to godhood? And if that's so, wouldn't that mean he was the spiritual son of someone else? Do we just have a whole extended godly family...
Is exaltation still something I can achieve after adultery?
Question Gramps, I am 65 years old, and I have made many mistakes when I was young, including adultery. About 20 years ago, I went through the repenting process and received my Temple recommend. I've been "clean" since then and have tried my very best to stay...
Is individualism a principle of the gospel or the adversary?
Question Gramps, This is a deep question, and I discussed it with my grandfather. I was wondering if there is a definitive answer. Is individualism a principle of the gospel or the adversary? Luis Answer Luis, Individuality is often perceived as...
Did Joseph Smith see God and Christ with spiritual or natural eyes?
Question Gramps, I am a bit confused about understanding whether the Prophet Joseph Smith saw the Father and the Son with his Spiritual eyes or with his natural eyes. (Mormon Doctrine: First Vision) "In it Joseph Smith saw and conversed with the Father and the...
What Is the difference when the Lord gives us faith or the gift of faith?
Question Gramps, What is the difference when the Lord gives us faith and the gift of faith? Kent Answer Kent, At its core, faith is often confused with belief. While belief can be seen as an intellectual agreement with a particular idea or...
Why did Joseph Smith say that God had not the power to create our spirits…?
Question Gramps, Why did Joseph Smith say that God had not the power to create our spirits if He had not the power to create Himself? This puts me at odds with Moses Chapter 3. Rob Answer Rob, A single statement in a single speech is not all there...
Can you give details of the final war with the Antichrist in the Bible?
Question Gramps, Can you give details of the final war with Antichrist in the bible? Thomas Answer Thomas The teachings of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints emphasize that the war initiated in heaven has not concluded; rather, it has...
Does a year without rainbows mean Christ is coming the following year?
Question Gramps, I've heard that there will be a whole year of no rainbows (and rain presumably), which is a sign that Christ will return the following year. Where did that come from? Scott Answer Scott, The rainbow first appears in the Bible in...
Why do Mormons believe that Jesus is a brother to Satan?
Question Gramps, Why do Mormons believe that Jesus and Satan are brothers? Jeremy Answer Jeremy, To understand the relationship between Jesus Christ and Satan, it is essential to first grasp the Latter-day Saint view of God and the Godhead. In...
What is the difference between eternal life and exaltation?
Question Gramps, What is the difference between eternal life and exaltation? JJ Answer JJ, Immortality, in the context of Latter-day Saint theology, refers to the state of living forever after death. According to Church teachings, all individuals...
What will happen before God cleanses the earth with fire?
Question Gramps, What will happen before God cleanses the earth by fire? Abby Answer Abby, One of the most comforting aspects of Latter-day Saint doctrine is the belief in resurrection. The righteous who have passed away will be resurrected at the...
Does any amount of tithing fund BYU athletics in any way?
Question Gramps, Does any amount of tithing fund BYU athletics in any way? Harold Answer Harold, Let's answer the question. Is tithing used at all for Brigham Young University's athletic department? The BYU Athletic Department operates on a...
Why is the age of accountability 8 years old?
Question Gramps, Why is the age of accountability eight? Seems random. Is there some biblical tie back? Isaac Answer Isaac, The age of accountability is defined as the age at which children are considered capable of understanding right from wrong...
What was the role of the prophets during the different dispensations?
Question Gramps, Did the prophets, through the dispensations, have specific responsibilities? Brad Answer Brad, Dispensations can be understood as periods in which God has provided specific revelations and instructions to His people. According to...
Why is speaking against the Holy Ghost worse than speaking against Jesus Christ?
Question Gramps, Why is speaking against the Holy Ghost worse than speaking against Jesus Christ? Brian Answer Brian, To understand why speaking against the Holy Ghost is considered worse than speaking against Jesus Christ, we must begin with an...
Are there special blessings to being born in the covenant?
Question Gramps, Are there special blessings or privileges associated with being born into the covenant? Does it also hold more responsibilities? Kelly Answer Kelly, At the heart of the doctrine of being born in the covenant is the understanding...
Will we see a time of violence and persecution against the Saints again?
Question Gramps, Elder Hales Conference Talk when he said, "In recent decades, the Church has largely been spared the terrible misunderstandings and persecutions experienced by the early Saints. It will not always be so." Do you foresee a time of physical...
Why does God in the Old Testament, refer to himself as the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob?
Question Gramps, Why does God often, especially in the Old Testament, refer to himself as the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob? Why not the God of Adam, or the God of Moses? Eric Answer Eric, "Yhovah" is a transliteration of the Hebrew name...
What’s the point in receiving a patriarchal blessing?
Question Gramps, Is it even worth getting a patriarchal blessing? What's the point of them anyway? Stan Answer Stan, A patriarchal blessing is a sacred ordinance in which a patriarch, a priesthood holder ordained to this office, provides a...
What are the qualifications to be an apostle of the Lord?
Question Gramps. What are the qualifications to be an apostle for the Church? Brad Answer Brad, The current apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are indeed well-educated individuals. Among the fifteen apostles, all hold...
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