Green Family Legacy: Building the Museum of the Bible & Blending Faith, Family, and Business

Discover how faith, vision, and generosity transformed a family legacy into one of Washington D.C.’s most groundbreaking museums—dedicated entirely to the history and impact of the Bible.In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Steve and Jackie Green, founders of the Museum of the Bible and leaders behind Hobby Lobby’s incredible growth. Steve, President of Hobby Lobby, and Jackie, philanthropist and founder of Women of Legacy, open up about the beliefs and experiences that shaped their marriage, family, and professional journey. Together, they share how their passion for biblical history led them to create a 430,000-square-foot cultural destination just blocks from the U.S. Capitol—a private, family-funded museum attracting millions from around the world.Tune in for moving moments, including personal stories about faith passed down through six generations, and the extraordinary challenges and divine surprises they encountered building a museum in the heart of D.C. Hear how their commitment to closing stores on Sundays, intentional giving, and making faith the cornerstone of family and business sparked ripple effects far beyond their own lives.Key highlights include:- The unexpected beginnings and miracles behind acquiring thousands of rare biblical artifacts, told with warmth and humor- How a simple act at a family dinner table led to heightened generosity and bold public declarations of faith in the business- Powerful stories of lives changed by visiting the museum, plus a behind-the-scenes look at current exhibits like the Dead Sea Scrolls and groundbreaking archaeological discoveriesIf you’re inspired by stories of legacy, leadership, and impact—or curious about how faith can influence every facet of life—this episode is for you.Subscribe for more conversations with visionary leaders changing the world, one act of faith at a time.CHAPTERS:00:00 The Bible’s Power in a Hurting World03:49 Jackie’s Childhood Faith Awakening05:49 Prioritizing Family as First Ministry08:31 Advice for Those Lacking a Faith Foundation10:32 “God Equips the Called”: Overcoming Doubt12:31 Why Hobby Lobby Closes on Sundays14:42 Giving Back: The Start of Generosity at Hobby Lobby16:50 The Accidental Founding of Museum of the Bible20:10 Including Kids in the Museum’s Vision23:53 Unexpected Resistance: Scholars vs. the Bible Museum25:38 The Prayed-Over Land: A Miraculous Backstory27:48 Stories of Transformation at the Museum30:02 Confronting Skepticism: Is the Bible True?33:37 Why the Bible Still Matters Today36:04 The Bible’s Uplift in Troubled Times39:00 Advice to the Next Generation: Love, Family, Vision