The value of encouragement

Romans 1:12 “that is, that you and I may be mutually encouraged by each other’s faith.” Which is more valuable–a friend giving you a large amount of money or your friend giving you encouragement?  Which is more valuable–you having a boat load of assets or you receiving a boatload of encouragement?  Which is more valuable–you valuing the love and encouragement of your Savior or you valuing recognition as being a celebrity?  Encouragement wins every time.  If that statement is true, doesn’t it make sense to live our lives actively encouraging one another?  Imagine what happens with encouragement!