True prophets and false have claimed to speak on God's behalf down
through the ages, and pulpits have been platforms for men who could
tickle the ears, whatever the Bible says to the contrary. Preachers are
especially susceptible to saying "what the people want to hear", and to
do otherwise is to run the risk of losing your life.
It is abundantly clear from the word of God that our first and foremost duty is to praise and glorify God.
Shorter Catechism
Question 1: What is the chief end of man?
Answer: Man's chief end is to glorify God, and to enjoy him for ever [1 Cor 10:31].
"For of Him, and through Him, and to Him, are all things; to whom be glory for ever, Amen" [Romans 11:36].