Gerhard and Walther

An example that silences every example is this that of Christ, the Son of God set before us a perfect example of obedience, and he He left us with a prototypical portrayal that we are follow in His footsteps. He became obedient to His Father, even unto death; yes, even to the death of the cross. Even though He was God’s Son, nevertheless He learned obedience in that He suffered. Whoever then wishes to be a true disciple of Christ, must also learn this obedience from Him.—Johann Gerhard, Schola Pietatis III:250.

Unity in mind produces unity in works. The Church should be one in faith, and unity should follow in love. The Church should recognize, from the heart, the right doctrine, and from this unity in doctrine, confession with the mouth should result.—C. F. W. Walther, God Grant It!, p. 562.