criticisms of the Wager, to me, is more compelling: even if the many assumptions underlying the Wager are correct (which is quite debateable), the best strategy is a mixed strategy rather than an either / or choice. This, I think, is exactly the strategy most “nominal” Christians employ. They aren’t willing to commit to the faith as life-defining. Rather, they retain some of the trappings of the faith — attending church at least periodically, perhaps participating in the Mass or Eucharist — but it doesn’t penetrate. It’s a lukewarm faith, which really isn’t any faith at all.
Pascal’s insight may be useful to help prompt a sincere seeking. However, ultimately, true faith requires something like the Kantian leap of faith at some point. The deepest confirmation of faith comes not from rationalistic formulas, but from the transformation true faith brings.