In this sense, the Jews have always been at the epicentre of human existence. Being an exponent of Judaism, teaching the world of its G-d and the concomitant need to promote justice, equality of all mankind, truth, love, compassion, and goodness, fills me with a sense of pride. There are many things to live for in this world. But how noble it is to live for something meaningful and with earth-shattering consequences. I have no problem with those people who love money.
Most people do.
Nor do I frown on those who love sports or love food. So long as these are not the most essential items in their lives, the epicentre of their existence. Ultimately, as a Jew I feel like I am in a relationship with G-d and His creatures, i.e. human beings. Perhaps they deserve just a little bit of our attention, a small diversion of our energy.