1 Corinthians 8:5-6
I've been pondering the Scripture verse of 1 Corinthians 8:5-6. I see the point that you make when you speak of plurality of gods and lords, but I have a tendency to make sure that no Scripture is ever taken out of context. If you read the verses before them (verses...
Murder
How can Satan murder someone if he is a spirit? Is John 8:44 figurative or literal? Dan ___________________ Dan, What a great and insightful question, how is Satan defined as a murderer by our Lord? I believe this scripture to be literal, Satan was and is a murderer...
Status of those in the Telestial glory
I had a discussion with my mother recently on the status of those in the telestial glory. In the Temple we learn that our earth is compaired the telestial kingdom. How can we then understand D&C 76:89 when Joseph Smith explains "And thus we saw, in the heavenly...
Should I go into debt to continue my education?
Question Gramps, I have been contemplating getting a PhD from a national university so I can become a professor but I have some apprehensions. First, the Lord has mandated that we get all the education that we can, but does that mean I should get a PhD if I am...
E-mail Home Teaching
Hi Gramps, Each month (for the past 10, maybe 20 years) I get a short email asking if I completed my Home Teaching. Nothing else, no inquiries about the families just "Did you do it?" I find that troublesome. Have the Priesthood guidelines relaxed that much where only...
Spirit Prison
Hi Gramps, In the past we have had investigators at our ward who have been baptised and received the Holy Ghost and then we never see them again. When they eventually go through the veil are they destined for Spirit Prison to be taught or are they destined for...
Pre-Mortal Spirits
How old is the pre-mortal spirit? I have the impression that we are about 2 1/2 billion years in the making. Leland ____________ Leland, When we contemplate the age of our spirits some of our leaders have postulated a similar age you have provided. Elder WW Phelps...
Anime and Nudity
Gramps, I have a question regarding depictions of nudity in Japanese anime and a gospel perspective on it. I'm told in Japanese culture, that nudity in anime often signifies Japanese animesome supernatural happening or some other pseudoscientific event that signifies...
Earthbound Spirits
Two times now people have told me that earthbound spirits,family, etc. are attached to me, as to say living on me or in my energy. Don't all spirits go right to God? Have some goodly spirits remained here and attached and not crossed over the veil? Thank you. I am...
Hebrew and Greek Scholars
Are there any Hebrew and Biblical Greek Scholars in the Mormon church today? I know that Joseph Smith was really into studying Hebrew to get to know the Bible better. Sara ______________ Sara, You’ll be pleased to know that we’ve had several well-versed biblical...
What are the responsibilities and blessings of the Tribe of Manasseh?
Question Gramps, We really love your site and have been a subscriber for years. Thank you for the kind service you render to those of us seeking answers. My question...My husband, (I am his second wife) has several children in the tribe of Ephraim. He has one...
Patriarchal Blessing Invalid?
When I got my patriarchal blessing several years ago, I was not worthy. I deliberately lied during the interview. I have since confessed and have been working to correct my behavior (struggles with pornography and masturbation) and have made some progress in the year...
Married wrong man?
Hi, I was very much in love with a non-member before I married my husband. This non-member was everything a Mormon man should be. My patriarchal blessing is unusually detailed about the person I should marry, even stating I would be in love with this man. I still...
How do I move on if the person I have hurt is unwilling to forgive me?
Question Gramps, I wronged a family member and hurt him/her deeply. I have talked to this person who says he/she is not ready to talk about it or forgive. I apologized many times and offered whatever assistance I could give to help this person heal. We associate with...
Can you clarify fasting and annointing found in the scriptures?
Question Gramps, Hello I do appreciate what you have accomplished with this site. I read your column everyday. I was looking at Christ's sermons in Matthew and in 3rd Nephi. My question is...where it says but thou when thou fastest anoint thy head and wash thy face....
What is God’s glory?
Question Gramps, What is God's "glory?" I don't mean metaphorically or allegorically. I've heard from many sources and over the years I've spent in seminary, church and a couple institute classes, I've come to think of God's "glory" being an energy that...
Privacy of one’s home
Is there a church policy that suggests or allows a Bishop or Stake President to require a member not to discuss faith/repentance/baptism with other members and non members in the privacy of their own home, even if that is all that is discussed? And if so why? P. Smith...
Energy Healing
First of all, thank you for all the time and research you spend answering questions. I love to read your website daily. My question is regarding energy healing. A friend in my Stake has been trying to get me involved, and though I've seen websites where LDS members...
LDS Scriptures true or not?
I was raised Protestant and have a Masters in Theology. That being said, it is hard for me to believe Joseph Smith's testimony. Can you suggest any books from a theologian's perspective or converts perspective? Thank you. Tommy _____________ Tommy, It's not...
Serving Missions
Gramps We were listening to NPR about Mormon Missions. A call came in from a caller from Utah that stated that missions are necessary for our young men to eventually go to the Celestial Kingdom.Is this true? Is this a requirement? Richard _____________ Richard,...
God Must Change?
Gramps, This is my second time asking a question, the first was about blessing babies and whom we should address in the blessing prayer. You advised me to address Heavenly Father throug the entire blessing was the appropriate way. I have since blessed my 2 boys this...
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