04 March 2021

Gerhard and Walther

If the government becomes godless and self-assured, then it is just as if poison has been poured into the well-spring from which the entire state could easily be poisoned.—Johann Gerhard, Schola Pietatis I:269.

The Christian should be a person of progress. He should never stand still, but always seek to go forward. he should always be found actively doing the will of God, always in battle for the treasure, always in the race for the crown of glory.—C. F. W. Walther, God Grant It!, p. 271. 
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  1. RF2:29 PM

    Re Gerhard's reflection on government and state: In monarchies yes, but for our situation, i.e. "government of the people,..." simply switch "government" and "entire state" and it is just as true for the U.S.

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