Tuesday, August 27, 2019

The poison of flattery


Therefore he did flatter them, and also Kishkumen, that if they would place him in the judgment-seat he would grant unto those who belonged to his band that they should be placed in power and authority among the people . . . 
Helaman 2:5


Beware the plaudits of the world,
of scheming men who dare
to flatter those they would exploit
with nothing but hot air.

Tis flummery that often sends
us on a wild goose chase,
looking for an easy fix
or for a cozy place.

Seek for power to do good,
to serve your fellow man.
And shun all snow jobs constantly,
which are the devil's plan.


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