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George Müller (1805–1898). Born on September 27, 1805, in Kroppenstedt, Prussia (now Germany), George Müller was a Christian evangelist and orphanage director known for his faith-driven ministry. A rebellious youth, he was imprisoned for theft at 16 before converting to Christianity in 1825 at a Moravian prayer meeting in Halle. He studied divinity in Halle and moved to England in 1829, pastoring a chapel in Teignmouth and later Ebenezer Chapel in Bristol. Rejecting a fixed salary, he relied on prayer for provision, a principle that defined his life. In 1836, he founded the Ashley Down Orphanage in Bristol, caring for over 10,000 orphans across his lifetime without soliciting funds, trusting God alone. His meticulous records, published in Narratives of the Lord’s Dealings, documented answered prayers, inspiring global faith. Married to Mary Groves in 1830 and later Susannah Sangar after Mary’s death, he had one surviving child, Lydia. Müller preached worldwide into his 80s, dying on March 10, 1898, in Bristol, and said, “The beginning of anxiety is the end of faith, and the beginning of true faith is the end of anxiety.”
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George Müller reflects on the significant events of his life, emphasizing his transformation from a young man in Prussia to a devoted Christian leader in England. He recounts his journey of faith, including his establishment of orphanages that cared for thousands of children and his commitment to supporting missionaries worldwide. Müller's life is marked by his reliance on prayer and God's provision, showcasing how faith can lead to impactful service. His legacy continues to inspire many in their own faith journeys.
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 (now the Church Mission to the Jews) 1830 (May) Falls ill. Believes he is dying. 1829 (Summer) Convalescence in Teignmouth, Devon. Meets Henry Craik and becomes associated with founders of Brethren movement. 1830 (January) Ends association with London Society for Promoting Christianity among the Jews. 1830 Becomes pastor of Ebenezer Chapel in Teignmouth. 1830 (August) Marries Mary Groves (sister of Anthony Norris Groves) in Exeter. 1832 (May) Müller and Henry Craik accept an invitation to become pastors of Gideon Chapel in Bristol. 1834 Establishes Scriptural Knowledge Institution for Home and Abroad. 1836 (April) Opens first children's home in Wilson Street, Bristol, for thirty children. Subsequently opens three further homes in same street. 1849 (June) Opens new purpose-built home in Ashley Down, Bristol, for three hundred children. 1857 Second Ashley Down home open. 1862 Third Ashley Down home open. 1866 (January) Henry Craik dies. 1866 Dr Barnardo opens children's home in London 1869 Fourth Ashley Down home open. 1870 Final Ashley Down home open. Now cares for two thousand children and employs over two hundred staff. 1870 (February) Mary Müller dies. 1870s Sends £10,000 abroad annually to nearly two hundred missionaries. 1871 (November) Marries Susannah Sangar. 1875 Begins preaching tours. Travels two hundred thousand miles to forty-two countries. 1878 (January) Meets President of United States and (with Susannah) is conducted around the White House. 1881 Church of England Children's Society opens first home. 1892 (May) Last preaching tour ends. 1894 (January) Susannah Müller dies. 1897 (June) Preaches at Bethesda Chapel on occasion of Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee. 1898 (March 10) Dies peacefully at 6.00 am aged ninety-two.
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George Müller (1805–1898). Born on September 27, 1805, in Kroppenstedt, Prussia (now Germany), George Müller was a Christian evangelist and orphanage director known for his faith-driven ministry. A rebellious youth, he was imprisoned for theft at 16 before converting to Christianity in 1825 at a Moravian prayer meeting in Halle. He studied divinity in Halle and moved to England in 1829, pastoring a chapel in Teignmouth and later Ebenezer Chapel in Bristol. Rejecting a fixed salary, he relied on prayer for provision, a principle that defined his life. In 1836, he founded the Ashley Down Orphanage in Bristol, caring for over 10,000 orphans across his lifetime without soliciting funds, trusting God alone. His meticulous records, published in Narratives of the Lord’s Dealings, documented answered prayers, inspiring global faith. Married to Mary Groves in 1830 and later Susannah Sangar after Mary’s death, he had one surviving child, Lydia. Müller preached worldwide into his 80s, dying on March 10, 1898, in Bristol, and said, “The beginning of anxiety is the end of faith, and the beginning of true faith is the end of anxiety.”