While no theme is perfect, as the comment above points out, this is still a great theme for our Synod for this triennium. Simple, easy to remember and rich with both Biblical and Reformation imagery. Those who take a strong stand on anything that is not part of today's mainstream culture are subject to relentless ridicule. By God's grace the LCMS will continue to stand for the eternal Gospel of Jesus Christ and for the Gospel's power to transform our lives.