In this book, David Green, founder and CEO of Hobby
Lobby, shares his philosophy of generosity and the results it has had in his
family and his business. He writes, “At the core of any meaningful life and
legacy has to be a vision for generosity, an understanding of what it means to
be a blessing to others.”
According to Green, it starts with a decision to steward
your resources with a heavenly mindset. That was his reaction when Hobby Lobby
was taken to court for refusing to pay for birth control medications that induced
what he considered abortions. Green and his family, who runs the business with
him, agreed that their business belonged to God, whatever the outcome. They won
the legal battle.
While it’s not a biography, the book includes interesting
tidbits about Green’s background. His father, a pastor, was disappointed when
Green did not enter ministry of some type. But Green followed his passion to
enter retail sales, and now Hobby Lobby gives away half its profits.
Green stresses the book is not about riches, but about
leaving a legacy. His parents were poor, yet they left a legacy of generosity.
He suggests setting goals and if you own a business, developing mission and
vision statements.
A Reader’s Guide closes out the eleven chapters of this
short book, making it a good prospect for small group study.
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