"But it is not given that one man should possess that which is above another, wherefore the world lieth in sin."
Doctrine & Covenants. Chapter 49; Verse 20.
In the daily scramble for a piece of coin I find
many who devote themselves to leaving most behind.
Upon their hoard of silver, land, and whimsical bitcoin,
they simply want to pile up more, although they must purloin.
Then they tower over us, possessing might and main;
spreading sin and folly while they play at suzerain.
Even Solomon the wise, when given riches great,
eventually gave in to lusts that sealed his gloomy fate.
Oh Lord I too am tempted to accumulate a pile,
then sit at ease and never stir or go the second mile.
But Jesus told the rich young man to sell all that he had
and give the funds to those in need, the sickly and ill-clad.
So in thy loving kindness thou has kept my wallet lean --
Necessity has taught me to enjoy the navy bean,
and be content with modest means while sharing what I may
without the pomp and pretense that snuffs out life's sweet bouquet.
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