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When it comes to odd couples, the relationship between Benjamin Franklin and George Whitefield immediately comes to mind. In Franklin we find the preeminent pragmatist, and in Whitefield the preeminent religionist. Despite the seeming contradiction, Franklin did recognize the need for the social function of religion in society. But he would not be brought under the sway of any religious system of belief. However, Franklin and Whitefield were great friends and when the evangelist wrote Franklin of an impending visit, Franklin responded offering the hospitality of his own home to Whitefield. The evangelist in turn wrote Franklin a warm letter of thanks and acceptance “in the name of Jesus.” Franklin immediately replied that his offer of hospitality was not in the name of Jesus, but in the name of friendship. During my years of theological studies and preaching, this story about Franklin and Whitefield would sometimes come to mind as I would reflect on Franklin’s...
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