Explore the important doctrinal issues from a confessional Lutheran perspective that led to the split between congregations, family, a seminary, and ultimately, a church body. 12 theological scholars examine the causes and issues involved. Each chapter addresses a different doctrinal issue. Study the strong disagreements about the relationship between the Gospel and Scripture, the historicity of biblical events and persons, methods of biblical interpretation, subscription to synodical confessional statements, guidelines for church fellowship, the uses of God’s Law, and how the Christian mission is to be carried out. The book is directed toward church workers and laypeople, for study and use in Bible studies or discussion groups. Study questions for individual or group reflection and additional suggested reading material are provided to advance your discussion of this pivotal episode in North American Christianity.
