Integrity
The proper time to influence the character of a child is about a hundred years before he’s born. (William R. Inge, 19th-20th century Anglican priest and author)
If poverty is generational, so can moral integrity and character be. But the development of good character most often begins in the influence of our ancestors. Inge wants us to understand the importance of living lives of integrity that will instill good character into succeeding generations, firmly establishing our grandchildren and theirs. How well are you influencing your posterity?
Put my commandments on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up (Deuteronomy 6:6-7).