A simple definition of Pragmatism is "whatever works". Pragmatism's focus is on efficient practicality.
Let's explore pragmatism through two main points:
1: Practicality
Pragmatism is, if you will, utilitarian. It focuses on the practical. "What do we need?" Pragmatism asks, "Which is the fastest possible way to get what we need?"
Pragmatism's highest goals are efficiency in practicality. However, this can lead to a serious problem ...
2: Short-sightedness
America is a very pragmatic society. We love to solve problems so we can get what we need - quickly!
But what happens when the most efficient way to solve a problem creates a host of other problems? Pragmatism has the answer. We simply solve those problems the most efficient way. That leads to even more problems created ... because we want what we want right now!
Ladies and gentlemen, Pragmatism's problematic problem-solving is how we got to the budget deficit!
Often, the godly answer to problems and getting what we want is just to be patient, work hard, and pray. God values patience and long-suffering more than efficiency, and wisdom more than Pragmatism's short-sighted problem-solving.
