Blessed

James 1 explains the difference between those whose richness is in Him and those whose richness is in riches:

But the rich should take pride in their humiliation—since they will pass away like a wild flower. For the sun rises with scorching heat and withers the plant; its blossom falls and its beauty is destroyed. In the same way, the rich will fade away even while they go about their business. Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.

Those who pursue riches here have them for a season and then they’re gone.  Fame fades with age, riches can be destroyed in an instant, and when we die we can’t take them with us. 

However, those who are rich from perseverance, standing through hard tests, and loving and knowing they are loved by God, will receive riches eternal.

We live on this earth and seek riches because they bring comfort and fun.  They appear to, at least.  But with riches come the management of the riches, the control they have over our lives, and the fear of losing them. 

With the richness of a relationship with Jesus comes surrender and peace in letting go and letting Him rule our lives, knowing a good outcome is ahead, with no fear because we know the Prince of Peace and we can rest at night in his arms, secure and sure.

We must not seek riches, but seek the One who gives richly to us all things to enjoy.