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WesWorld - Episode 4 - "The Perils of Pragmatism"
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- Feb 17, 2026
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Summary
In this lively and deeply theological episode of WesWorld, hosts Maggie Ulmer, Dr. Scott Kisker, and Dr. David Watson discuss with humor, banter, and a few good-natured jabs, the trio digs into pragmatism, why decisions within the Global Methodist Church and the broader Wesleyan family must be rooted in rich theological reasoning rather than convenience, trend, or institutional fatigue. The conversation ranges across infant baptism vs. infant dedication, sacramental authority, elders vs. deacons, whether Wesleyans should fence the table, and the dangers of letting “what works” override historic Christian convictions. Mentions • The Faith Once Delivered - A Wesleyan Witness to Christian Orthodoxy - Edited by Ryan N. Danker • Firebrand Magazine - https://firebrandmag.com/ Asbury Theological Seminary Links: Podcasts: https://asbury.to/podcasts Website: https://asburyseminary.edu/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AsburySeminary/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asburyseminary TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@asburyseminary Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this episode are the speaker’s own and do not represent the views and opinions of Asbury Theological Seminary. The material presented here is for general information purposes only. #WesWorld #WesleyanTheology #MethodistTheology #Pragmatism #Baptism