If we aren’t careful in this materialistic world, we can be misled by appearances and blinded by unseen values. For example, the scriptures say, “How much better it is to get wisdom than gold" (Proverbs 16:16). German philosopher Immanuel Kant said, “Science is organized knowledge. Wisdom is organized life.” A well-ordered life, one that’s not falling apart, is one of life’s greatest values.
Again, the Bible says, “A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches …” (Proverbs 22:1). And again, “Who can find a virtuous woman? For her price is far above rubies” (Proverbs 31:10).
A good life … a good name … a good wife, they are more valuable than any material thing we can accumulate. An unknown author once suggested that maybe we need to pause and remember things that money can’t buy: a bed, but not sleep; a book, but not an education; food, but not an appetite; medicine, but not health; amusement, but not happiness; a house, but not a home; a crucifix, but not a Savior.
True wealth is to be found in the Lord and in righteous living. Make sure today that you have your values right.