There are three main Lutheran synods: The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) is the largest synod of Lutheranism in America. They have moved away from certain aspects of traditional Lutheranism, believing that God's love conquers all human misunderstandings. They are more willing to change with the times and culture. The Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS) is the second largest group of Lutherans and they are more conservative. The Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS) is the most conservative, interpreting the Bible as the inspired word of God. There are some other smaller Lutheran synods as well.
Go to a Lutheran church and ask the pastor about membership.
The pastor will usually offer to take you through a Bible Instruction Class or meet with you to discuss the differences between Lutherans and other Christians.
After the class you are welcome to be a Lutheran member!
Keep reading the Bible to grow your faith. Honestly believing the Bible isn't something that magically happens when you join a Lutheran church. It might take a while, but through reading the Bible and prayer, God can create real faith in your heart.
Read the Small Catechism. You may consider reading the Small Catechism of Dr.Martin Luther to further understand what Lutherans really believes.
Try to read the Book of Concord. This is the testimony and confession of faith of early followers of the reform of Luther.
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