Too many Priesthood blessings?
Question Gramps, I had a married sister tell me that single sisters were overusing the priesthood in requesting blessings. She said her husband doesn’t give her blessings, and it annoyed her that he was called out to give single sisters priesthood blessings....
Language in blessings
When giving blessings, we are pronouncing a blessing as directed by the Spirit. This is different than a prayer. We, as priesthood holders, are receiving revelation as to what to say from the Father. Should we use the same language (thy,thou, etc.) in giving blessings...
When blessing a baby, do we ask the Lord for blessings or pronounce blessings on the baby?
Dear Gramps, When a baby is blessed, is it appropriate to ask the Lord for blessings for the baby or is it appropriate to address the baby and pronounce blessing on the baby? I have heard it done both ways and wonder if one way is correct or if both ways, though...
What is the Church’ policy on giving blessings to pets?
Question Gramps, What is the Church’s stand or policy on administering (giving a blessing of healing through the priesthood) to pets? Danney Answer Dear Danney, I know of no place in Church policy or practice that advocates administering to...
Valid Priesthood Blessings
Dear Gramps, My wife’s father practices polygamy, He has two wives and several children, I have seen him give blessings to his children and even baptize some of them. my question is about line of authority, he can trace his “line of authority” back to Joseph Smith,...
Anointing with Oil
Dear Gramps, Does it matter if the oil is poured directly on the head; or, is it okay to first apply it on the finger and then placed on the head? Jack Dear Jack, In previous years’ priesthood manuals, there was a section giving instructions in the performance of...
Could a priesthood blessing help my non-member girlfriend who has a terminal illness as a result of experimenting with satanic rituals?
Dear Gramps, I have a very close friend that is not a member of the Mormon Church, but I love her dearly. Some time ago, she experimented with satanic rituals, was possessed, and as a result, now suffers from a terminal cerebral hemorrhage. Ever since she told me...
Is it an act of faith or a lack to faith to repeatedly importune our Father in Heaven on behalf of a loved one who is ill?
Repeatedly invoking the blessings of the Lord on behalf of our loved ones would be an expression of faith rather than a lack of faith.
Why do Mormons bless babies?
Mormons bless babies for two reasons: one is to create a record for the child in the Mormon Church, and the second is to give the child blessings and promises from God.
