The Life of Trust: Being a Narrative of the Lord's Dealings With George Müller
by OpenStories
Original author: George Müller
"The Life of Trust: Being a Narrative of the Lord's Dealings With George Müller" by George Müller is a biographical account written in the mid-19th century. The book details Müller's faith-driven journey and his unique approach to philanthropy, particularly through founding and operating orphanages in Bristol without soliciting donations, relying solely on prayer. It explores themes of divine providence and faith, highlighting how Müller navigated life and ministry through steadfast reliance on God. The opening of the narrative introduces readers to George Müller's early life, revealing a troubled youth filled with dishonesty and indulgences. It describes his formative years marked by a lack of spiritual direction until a significant turning point where he begins to experience a newfound faith and desire to serve God. As Müller narrates his journey from a debauched existence to one dedicated to ministry and care for orphans, the foundations of his deep reliance on prayer and conviction in God's promises become evident, setting the stage for the transformative work he would accomplish in his later life.
The Life of Trust: Being a Narrative of the Lord's Dealings With George Müller, by George Müller. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #27288.
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28 Chapters
- 1.Front Matter1,871 words
- 2.Introduction5,607 words
- 3.Chapter I: Boyhood and Youth2,298 words
- 4.Chapter II: The Prodigal's Return2,873 words
- 5.Chapter III: Self-Dedication3,689 words
- 6.Chapter IV: Leaning on Jesus7,453 words
- 7.Chapter V: Ministry at Bristol Begun4,658 words
- 8.Chapter VI: The Scriptural Knowledge Institution5,135 words
- 9.Chapter VII: Home for Destitute Orphans4,403 words
- 10.Chapter VIII: The Field Widening4,110 words
- 11.Chapter IX: Trial4,045 words
- 12.Chapter X: Deliverance5,338 words
- 13.Chapter XI: Asking and Receiving4,714 words
- 14.Chapter XII: Plenty and Want6,128 words
- 15.Chapter XIII: Faith Strengthened by Exercise4,850 words
- 16.Chapter XIV: Walking in Darkness9,166 words
- 17.Chapter XV: Prosperity6,187 words
- 18.Chapter XVI: Stewardship (1)8,835 words
- 19.Chapter XVI: Stewardship (2)3,795 words
- 20.Chapter XVII: Reaping Bountifully8,195 words
- 21.Chapter XVIII: Faith Confirmed by Prosperity9,377 words
- 22.Chapter XIX: Continued Mercies5,636 words
- 23.Chapter XX: A New Victory of Faith8,513 words
- 24.Chapter XXI: Unvarying Prosperity4,269 words
- 25.Chapter XXII: Reaping in Joy7,901 words
- 26.Chapter XXIII: Three Years of Prosperity6,059 words
- 27.Conclusion8,689 words
- 28.Appendix3,239 words