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The Synodical Conference split when the Ohio Synod left the Synodical Conference in 1881 over the issue of whether God predestined people according to his foreknowledge of whether they would come to faith.

The Ohio Synod had some pastors that allowed for this position, while the Missouri Synod declared it to be false doctrine.

Likewise, the Norwegian Synod left the Synodical Conference in 1883.

However, the Wisconsin and Missouri Synods stood together in cooperation and harmony during this period of fierce debate.