Inheritolatry: The final obstacle to completing the Great Commission

by James D. Wise

This generation of Christians has been given more wealth than they need to finish the Great Commission. Financial planner Jim Wise calls the habit of passing it all down to the next generation “inheritolatry,” treating inheritance itself like an idol.

He builds his case on four biblical principles of giving, drawn from a close study of what Scripture says about wealth and generosity. These principles guide the book’s structure.

• What “inheritolatry” means and why it’s a modern blind spot
• Four biblical principles for handling inherited wealth
• How to align estate plans with kingdom purposes
• Practical steps for wills and trusts

The book encourages God’s people to align their estate plans with God’s wisdom. It blends Wise’s decades in financial planning with a clear call to give generously toward the Great Commission.