Pragmatism is the way of thinking that says, “If it works, let’s work it.” We need to be careful, however, not to confuse pragmatism with simply being practical. That is usually the kind of objection we get when we criticize pragmatism. Someone will remind us that people need to put their faith into practice. People need practical helps to live out their walk with Christ. I agree. Pragmatism is not the same thing as being practical. The Bible is practical. All one has to do
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