A Lutheran You Should Know
Charles Porterfield Krauth (1823-1883) isn't likely a name that you're familiar with (unless you attended a confessional Lutheran seminary), which is a shame because he is one of the most important figures in the history of Lutheranism in the United States. He stood firm for the faith while more popular individuals (like Samuel Simon Schmucker) wanted to dismiss and/or change the Augsburg Confession and other statements of faith so that they would fit in better with the thinking of the culture of his day. Krauth's message resonates today because there are still many who claim the title of "Lutheran" while undermining basic Lutheran teachings. The battles that he fought (the authority of scripture, use of the sacraments, sound theology, etc.) are the same battles we face today. Below is one of the most famous quotes from Krauth and boy does it resonate today! When error is admitted into the Church, it will be found that the stages in its progress are alway...