The Danger of Pleasing Man

What is one of the biggest problems in the church today?  According to Toby Logsdon, it's pragmatism. This philosophy of doing whatever it takes to fill seats has led to the adoption of man's ideas rather than God's. When the church echoes the same message as the world, it's a sign of compromise and worldliness. Ultimately, pragmatism opens the door wide for these worldly influences to infiltrate the church.Logsdon's critique of the church's pragmatism is rooted in his belief that the church should be led by God, not man. He argues that the church should ask what pleases God, rather than what pleases people. When the church adopts a seeker-sensitive approach, the Gospel is watered down. This compromises the church's unique message and mission, which is to proclaim the truth of Christ to a lost and dying world.In conclusion, Logsdon's warning against pragmatism is a call for the church to remain faithful to its calling. The church should not compromise its message or mission in order to fill seats or please people. Instead, it should be led by God and seek to please Him alone. As the Bible says in Romans 12:2 (NKJV), "And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God."