Antithesis and Exaltation in Matthew 23.12

Some would read the abasement-exaltation theme in Matthew 23.12 as in reference to this life. In other words the man who abases himself will be (after patient interlude) reap the fruits of success in being exalted in station, wealth or perhaps power in This Age. Similar arguments are made in reference to money. We're told the love of money is the root of all evil and in consequence I've heard preachers suggest that if one puts God and family first and then seeks money... that's valid and to be commended.