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....