The Main Events of George Müller's Life
George Müller's life was marked by his faith, ministry, and care for thousands of children through his orphanages and missionary work.
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.
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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.
Sermon Outline
- Early Life
- Training and Ministry
- Establishing Orphanages
- Later Life and Ministry
- Legacy
- Cared for over 10,000 children and employed over 200 staff
- Sent £10,000 annually to nearly 200 missionaries
Key Quotes
“I never heard of a man who could pray himself into a fever, or into a fit of hysterics, or into a fit of anything else.” — George Mueller
“I have never yet, in all my life, been in a situation where I did not know what to do.” — George Mueller
“I have never been in a situation where I did not know what to do.” — George Mueller
Application Points
- We can trust God to provide for our needs, just as George Müller did.
- We can make a difference in the lives of others through our service and ministry.
- We should be willing to take risks and step out in faith, just as George Müller did.