Politics, Theology, and the Seminary Walkout

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between politics and theology within the church, emphasizing that theological issues are the core of conflicts rather than mere political maneuvers. It investigates the consequences of the faculty walkout at Concordia Seminary and its impact on theological discourse, revealing a divide between traditional and liberal perspectives among students and faculty. The chapter argues that the walkout catalyzed necessary confrontations over teachings, potentially steering the Missouri Synod away from a more liberal trajectory.