Kirk Clayton

Dr. Kirk Clayton, an assistant professor of theology at Concordia University Chicago, delves into the necessity of church attendance versus individual faith. He critiques the notion that one can rely solely on the Bible and nature, explaining how American individualism fuels this belief. Clayton highlights the means of grace—word, baptism, and the Lord's Supper—as essential to salvation. He contrasts communal faith with self-starting moralism and illustrates how public worship strengthens believers. Ultimately, he emphasizes that church attendance is vital for sustaining faith.