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200,000 MILES OF TRAVEL
In 1875, at the age of 70, the remarkable George Müller decided to devote the next period of his life to a world-wide ministry of preaching and teaching. Long before George Müller came to this decision, through much prayer, God had been preparing the way ... read more
A TEST OF FAITH
Without his father's allowance George Müller was penniless. Very shortly after committing the problem to God he was asked to teach German to visiting American professors and for this he was paid much more than he actually needed.
The greatest obstac ... read more
ABOVE THEIR STATION
The education policy which George Müller devised, was of a high standard and comprised a wide variety of subjects. He was often criticised for his high standard of education which was often described as 'above their station'. Only a few years earlier, ... read more
AN INSPIRATION
The most significant aspect of George MŸller's 93 years on earth was his absolute obedience to the will of God. It is this example which inspired and continues to inspire men to know and exercise that faith which God requires of us all. The fact that t ... read more
CHRISTIAN LITERATURE
George Müller was a staunch believer in the power of Christian literature. With the setting up of SKI in 1834 George Müller became committed to the distribution of Bibles and tracts, not only in English but also in other languages. In that same year he ... read more
DECEIT, LIES AND PRISON
Once George Müller embarked upon a remarkable period of deceit and lies as he went from one hotel to another, often in the company of a woman, living a 'playboy' life, but with no money. After pawning valuable possessions and leaving his remaining belo ... read more
FAMILY GROUP CARE
In George Müller's day the Homes developed along institutional lines, and with the care of more than two thousand children and some two hundred members of staff, there seemed to be no other way to meet the need. Indeed very few alterations were thought ... read more
GEORGE MÜLLER THE MAN
George Müller was an ordinary man, but his undeniable faith, implicit trust and love for God has the same impact on the world today as when he died in 1898. This continues to be an inspiration and witness to all who commit their lives to God.
One of ... read more
GOD CHOOSES ALL TYPES
God often chose ordinary men, sometimes men with an inglorious and doubtful past, men who often mocked the faith and men with whom a great deal of patience was needed because of their reluctance to turn away from the 'good life'. George Müller had been ... read more
HOMES FOR THE ELDERLY
The Müller Homes for children and the Scriptural Knowledge Institution are two separate and distinct Charities, administered from the same office at Müller House. In 1983 a third Charity was added to the work of the Müller Homes known as The Müller Homes ... read more
LIFE IN THE ORPHAN HOMES
When George Müller started the Children's Homes his primary objective was not the welfare of the children. His main concern was that it should be seen that God was providing all the needs as a result of prayer and faith, without anyone being asked or ap ... read more
My Heavenly Friend
The precious Lord Jesus Christ is our friend. Oh, let us seek to realize this! It is not merely a religious phrase or statement, but truly He is our friend. He is the Brother " born for adversity," the one who "sticks closer than a brother." Who will neve ... read more
Narrative of the Lord's Dealings with George Muller. Part I
PREFACE
TO THE
FIRST EDITION OF THE FIRST PART.
It was only after the consideration of many months, and after much self-examination as to my motives, and after much earnest prayer, that I came to the conclusion to write this little work. I have ... read more
Narrative of the Lord's Dealings with George Muller. Part II
PREFACE TO THE
FIRST EDITION OF THE SECOND PART.
THROUGH grace I am, in some measure, conscious of my many weaknesses and deficiencies; but, with all this, I know that I am a member of the body of Christ, and that, as such, I have a place of service ... read more
Narrative of the Lord's Dealings with George Muller. Part III
PREFACE
TO THE
FIRST EDITION OF THE THIRD PART.
THE reasons which induced me to publish this third part of the Lord’s dealings with me are the same which led me to the publication of the second part, and which are stated in the preface to th ... read more
Narrative of the Lord's Dealings with George Muller. Part IV
PREFACE
TO THE
FIRST EDITION OF THE FOURTH PART
Twelve years have elapsed since the period at which the third part of the Narrative of the Lord’s dealings with me closes. It has not been for want of matter, that this fourth part has not appeared ... read more
Narrative of the Lord's Dealings with George Muller. Part V
PREFACE
TO THE
FIRST EDITION OF THE FIFTH PART
The reasons which have led me to write this volume, and the order of the book, are state in the introduction.
GEORGE MULLER
INTRODUCTION.
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For more than ten years I have ask ... read more
Narrative of the Lord's Dealings with George Muller. Part VI
PREFACE
TO THE
FIRST EDITION OF THE SIXTH PART
THE introduction to the third volume of this Narrative, gives also in part the reason for publishing this fourth volume. Besides what has been stated there, I have to add, that, during the last ten ... read more
ORPHAN HOMES OPENED
George Müller asked God for £1,000 and the right people to run such a home. Within five months this had been provided. Mrs Müller, together with friends, began to furnish their own home in Wilson Street in the St Paul's area of Bristol, which was to ac ... read more
PRAYER ANSWERED
He also prayed daily for individual conversions and prayed as long as fifty years for some people which illustrates his faith and trust in God. His own father was daily in his prayers and when the opportunity came to visit Heimersleben, George Müller was ... read more
Prayer Tips
Two "Prayer Tips" from George Müller:
1. Open Bible Before Him, and His Finger Upon That Promise, He would Plead That Promise, and So He Received What He Asked
2. Müller's Discovery Was That After Meditating On Scripture He Was More Able to Experien ... read more
PREACHING
George Müller met up with Henry Craik, a Scotsman who was to become his closest friend and it was this quiet, godly and learned man who taught George Müller the need to wholly trust in, and be obedient to, the will of God. After resigning from the Missio ... read more
Real Faith
TEXT: "Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. Through faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the Word of God, so that things which are seen were not made of things which do appear" (Hebrews 11:1).
FIRST: ... read more
THE BEGINNING OF DAY CARE AND FAMILY SUPPORT
In the late 1970s it became apparent to the Directors and Trustees of the Homes that even family group care, as had been practised since the war, was no longer appropriate to meet the ever changing needs of society. Coupled with that, was the fact that c ... read more
THE BEGINNING OF SCHOOLS WORK
In 1987 two Schools Workers were appointed, one on a full time basis and another on a part time basis. It was their responsibility to promote the Christian Gospel in schools in and around the City of Bristol. They endeavoured to set up Christian Union G ... read more
THE CHANGE OF DIRECTION
With the help of his very good friend Henry Craik, he gained a much greater understanding of the Scriptures and the will of God. During this period of learning in Teignmouth, George Müller realised that many preachers failed to communicate the truths of ... read more
THE CHILDREN'S WORK TODAY
One of the areas of concern to the Trustees has been the needs of children and families in the most needy parts of Bristol and Weston-super-Mare. Coupled with that the Trustees have sought to support local churches in such needy areas as they respond to ... read more
The Conditions of Prevailing Prayer
1. Entire dependence upon the merits and mediation of the Lord Jesus Christ as the only ground of any claim of blessing. "Whatsoever ye shall ask in My name, that will I do" (John 14:13,14).
2. Separation from all known sin. "If I regard iniquity in ... read more
THE FOUNDATION OF THE SCRIPTURAL KNOWLEDGE INSTITUTION
The Scriptural Knowledge Institution, or SKI, as it is known was founded on March 5th, 1834. George Müller laid down four main objectives, which are shown here. In addition, he felt that since this was of God, there would be no patronage, appeals or req ... read more
THE MAIN EVENTS OF GEORGE MÜLLER'S LIFE
1805 (September 27)
Born Kroppenstaedt, Prussia.
1825 (November)
Becomes a Christian following a visit to a small house meeting.
1829 (March)
Arrives in London to train with the London Society for Promoting Christianity among the Jews ... read more
THE MOVE TO BRISTOL
In 1830 George Müller married Mary Groves who became a true companion and support for the changing years which lay ahead. After two years he knew that his time in Teignmouth was coming to an end and although he was settled and very happy, he sensed that ... read more
THE PRODIGAL SON
The similarities between George Müller's early life and the parable of the Prodigal Son are quite remarkable, a fact not unnoticed by many writers and commentators.
In 1810 George Müller moved with his family from that Prussian village of Kroppenstae ... read more
THE TURNING POINT
George Müller's conversion in November 1825 was dramatic and his whole direction, purpose and way of life changed immediately.
He was introduced to the prayer meeting by his friend Beta and upon arrival was greeted with 'Come as often as you please; ... read more
THE WASTED YEARS
George Müller was born in 1805 and until his conversion to the Christian faith in 1825, there was, on his own admission, hardly a sin into which he had not fallen.
He had become an habitual thief, liar, gambler and a cheat, devising cunning and deviou ... read more
Unbelief
What an evil it is that keeps sinners from coming to Jesus Christ? And that evil is unbelief: for by faith we come; by unbelief we keep away. Therefore it is that by which a soul is said to depart from God: because it was that which at first caused the wo ... read more
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