Yes, there is a problem with the LCMS as you have stated. It becomes complicated with the benefits package that the LCMS offers. Some would leave the LCMS, but they can't because they are invested in their retirement and other perks.
I am hopeful that the LCMS can come to term with its heretical components. This problem is widely know. About a year ago, the synod president wrote an excellent post about this issue.
Matt Harrison - I am saying that if my Synod does not change its inability to call such a person to repentance, and remove such a teacher where there is not repentance, then we are liars, and our confession is meaningless.
Well stated. I hope and pray he is able to move this issue forward towards resolution (or at least action).