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| Walther and the Predestination Controversy: The Error of Modern Missouri - From the Lutheran Librarian |
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Amazon Review - Walther and the Predestination Controversy: The Error of Modern Missouri -
From the Lutheran Librarian
The Predestination Error Set Up the Missouri Synod for Failure
This work of scholarship provides the background needed for the travails of Missouri Synod and kindred sects in the 20th century and beyond. Unfortunately for everyone, Walther reached the point where his opinions became "settled doctrine" the moment they were published.
As John Brenner, WELS, has agreed in his dissertation, Walther used election without faith to support his dogma, borrowed from the Halle Pietists, that the world is forgiven without faith. The first argument, against Justification by Faith, did not receive much support. However, the second argument, against election, allowed more space for Objective Justification to grow.
This book is a marvel of literature and sources against Walther's dream of doctrinal hegemony. One can pick it up and read any section to gain new insights into the controversy.
