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The Deceptive Power of Pragmatism I 2 Samuel 3:1-11
In 2 Samuel 3, David is growing stronger and Abner is making himself strong—but both reveal the danger of asking “Will it work?” instead of “Is it faithful?”
In this sermon we consider how easily worldly wisdom can masquerade as success—and why faithfulness to God matters more than results.
reposefully Scripture References: 2 Samuel 3:1-11
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