November 8, 2023 • 8 mins
Title: "George Mueller: A Life of Faith and Gratitude"
Segment 1: Introduction to George Mueller
- Introduce George Mueller, a 19th-century Christian evangelist and founder of orphanages in England.
- Highlight that George's life exemplifies faith and gratitude as transformative forces.
Segment 2: George Mueller's Early Life and Transformation
- Discuss George Mueller's early years marked by rebellion and irresponsibility.
- Explain how he found faith and gratitude through a group of earnest believers, leading to his acceptance of Christ.
Segment 3: The Miracle of the Empty Table
- Describe the famous story of the empty dining table at the orphanage.
- Detail how George Mueller's childlike faith led to miraculous provision through prayer and gratitude.
Segment 4: Quotes and Life Lessons from George Mueller
- Share George Mueller's quote: "The beginning of anxiety is the end of faith. The beginning of true faith is the end of anxiety."
- Discuss his legacy in establishing orphanages and caring for thousands through faith and prayer.
Segment 5: The Story of the Samaritan Leper
- Narrate the story of the Samaritan leper from Luke 17:11-19, emphasizing the importance of heartfelt gratitude.
- Explain how only one of the ten cleansed lepers returned to express gratitude to Jesus.
Segment 6: Cultivating a Life of Gratitude
- Offer practical steps to emulate George Mueller's faith and childlike trust in God's provision.
- Suggest starting and ending each day with gratitude, sharing your gratitude journey, and guarding against unthankfulness.
Closing Thoughts:
- Reiterate that gratitude is a way of life, not just a fleeting emotion.
- Encourage listeners to embrace gratitude, faith, and simplicity in their journey.
- Invite them to continue the daily gratitude journey throughout November.
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(00:00):
Welcome once again to Walking in His Word,where
we're diving into The Life-Changing Powerof Gratitude in our special series
leading up to the holiday season entitledThanksgiving A Daily Gratitude Journey.
I'm Jason Gohl your host.
But before we jump into today'sinspiring episode, please
be sure to hit that subscribe buttonso you never miss a moment of inspiration.
You can also visit our websiteat www.walkinginhisword.com
(00:22):
for more resources and informationon how you can connect with our community.
Today we're going to look at another life
of a remarkable individual well,who exemplifies the beauty of gratitude.
In our last episode,we explored Brother Lawrence's example
of thankfulness and mindfulnessin the 17th century.
So now we're going to fast forwardto the 19th century and shift our focus
to another inspiring lifethat of a man named George Mueller.
(00:46):
Like Brother Lawrence, George Mueller'sjourney was marked with faith
and gratitude,but his path was entirely different.
Both men remind us that regardlessof the era unwavering faith and heartfelt
gratitude have the power to transformlives and leave a lasting legacy.
So let's look around this new chapterand discover the extraordinary story
(01:07):
of George Mueller.
Picture this A destitute orphanagefilled with hungry children,
an empty dining table,and a man named George Mueller,
who believed in the power of gratitudeand prayer.
Today, we're going to step intohis inspiring journey and see how
his remarkable life was defined by trustin God and overflowing with thankfulness.
(01:29):
George Miller was a 19th centuryChristian evangelist
and founder of several orphanagesthroughout the country of England.
He was born in 1805, and his journeytowards faith and gratitude
was far from straightforward.
In his younger years,
he pursued a life that was often markedby rebellion and irresponsibility.
Yet despite his wayward path,he eventually encountered God's grace.
(01:51):
One pivotal moment changed the courseof George Miller's life forever.
It was during his timeat the University of Hale
that he encountereda group of earnest believers.
Their unwavering faith and genuinethankfulness captivated him
and ultimately led him to accept Christas his savior.
Earlier, I asked you to imaginean orphanage filled with hungry children
and an empty dining table.
(02:13):
And now I want to talk to you about thatexperience from George Miller's life.
There was no food.There was no money for food.
And George Millerinvited the children to sit at the table
and with childlike faith,led them in prayer,
thanking God for the mealthat they were about to receive.
The childrengathered around the empty dining table,
their eyes closed in prayer,and their voices echoed Thanksgiving.
(02:35):
And then a loud knock on the doorinterrupted their prayer.
A baker stood there with trays of freshlybaked bread, enough to feed every child.
Their faith had been rewardedin the most astonishing way.
This encounter is a testamentto George Miller's profound
faith and his beliefin God's faithful provision.
It's a beautiful illustrationof the power of gratitude.
(02:55):
I'll leave some links in our episode notesabout George Mueller
and how you can explore some moreabout God's miraculous provision for him.
This story is one of manythat are in his biography
that some of you may have seen,but I'll leave a link Arab.
So notes for you.
George Miller once said The beginningof anxiety is the end of faith.
The beginning of true faithis the end of anxiety.
(03:16):
This profound quote reflectshis deep conviction that a life of faith
and gratitude could conquereven the most formidable challenges.
George Miller's life is perhaps
most famous for his establishmentof several orphanages.
He cared for thousands of children,
all without ever making a public pleafor funds.
Instead,he relied solely on prayer and faith
(03:37):
to meet the needs of these vulnerablechildren.
George Miller's legacyextends far beyond the 19th century.
His life of faith, reliance and prayerand profound gratitude have inspired
countless individuals to embrace a simplerand more faith filled existence.
His story challenges usto examine our own lives and ask
whether we truly trust in God's provisionand express gratitude for His blessings.
(04:01):
I'd love to hear your thoughts on GeorgeMiller and his remarkable journey.
So please share your reflectionsof experiences related to faith
and gratitudewith us on our website or on social media.
And let's keep this conversation aliveas we conclude this little section here.
May May George Miller's lifeserve as a reminder
that faith and gratitudecan lead to a life of impact.
(04:22):
Embrace your faith.
Cultivate gratitude, and witnessthe extraordinary unfold
in your own journey.
But no journeythrough gratitude would be complete
without revisiting the storyof the Samaritan leper.
From the Gospel of Luke,you'll find his story
in Luke 17 verses 11 through 19.
This account featuresa group of ten lepers who were suffering
and desperate for healing.
(04:43):
The approachedJesus and cried out for mercy.
As the story unfolds, we see that Jesusin his compassion, responded to their plea
and instructed them to goand show themselves to the priests
in their obedience and faith.
They set off on their journeyand something incredible happened
along the way.
They were cleansed,miraculously healed of their leprosy.
But here's where the story takesa turn out of the ten who were healed.
(05:05):
Only one, a Samaritan, returned to Jesus.
This man, filled
with gratitude, fell at the feet of Jesus,praising God with a loud voice.
He recognized the source of his healingand could not contain.
Is thankful that Jesus,
astonished by this display of gratitude,asked were not ten cleansed?
Where are the other nine?
Was no one found to return and givepraise to God except for this Samaritan?
(05:26):
This Samaritan storyteaches us a profound lesson
about gratitude, and it reminds usthat gratitude goes beyond mere words.
It's a heartfelt responseto goodness and mercy of God.
It's about recognizing the source
of our blessingsand returning to express our thankfulness.
So as we reflect on the lives of saintslike Brother Lawrence,
George Mueller, and now this humbleSamaritan, we see a common thread.
(05:48):
There's an unwavering sense of gratitudethroughout all of these lives,
and they were transformedand impacted those around them.
So let's explore how we can cultivate
this life changing virtue of Thanksgivinginto our own life.
First, let's emulate
George Mueller's childlike faithwhen faced with challenges.
Remember that God is your loving fatherand He is ready and willing to provide.
(06:12):
Approach each situationwith faith and Thanksgiving, believing
that God's provision is on its way.
Next startand end your day with Thanksgiving.
Before you begin your daily tasksor close your eyes and rest.
Express gratitude to God for His presence,his love, and his blessings.
Let thankfulness frame your day.
Next, share your gratitude journeywith a friend or family member.
(06:34):
Establish accountability partnersto regularly exchange moments
of Thanksgiving.
This practice kind of look both of youthroughout your day
pause to reflect on blessingsthat God has provided.
Use those moments of reflectionto connect with God's character
and His abundantgoodness and let gratitude become a habit.
And again, guard against on thankfulness.
(06:56):
Be vigilant against.
On thankfulness, which can creep invery quickly as we conclude this episode.
Remember that gratitude isn't just afeeling we experience every now and then.
It's a way of life,a conscious choice to recognize the source
of our blessings and respondwith the heart of Thanksgiving.
So as you go about your day,let Thanksgiving guide your step and watch
(07:17):
how it transforms your journey.
Thank you so much for joining uson this episode of Thanksgiving.
A Daily Gratitude Journey.
As we areleading towards the holiday season,
I encourage you to take these stepsto make gratitude
a part of your daily life, andI hope you've been inspired and encouraged
to cultivate gratitudemore in your own faith journey.
Remember here at Walking in His Word?
(07:37):
Our Gratitude Journey continuesevery weekday in the month of November,
so don't forget to subscribe and join usfor more daily inspiration
for additional resourcesand to connect with our community.
Please visit our websiteat WDW that walking in his workshop,
you can also find uson Facebook and Instagram
by searchingfor at Walking in His Word podcast.
So now let's carrythe spirit of Thanksgiving
(07:59):
with us as we embrace the day ahead.
Until next time, may
your heart be filled with gratitudeand your faith be strengthened.
And keep walking in his word.
Welcome once again to Walking in His Word,where
we're diving into The Life-Changing Powerof Gratitude in our special series
leading up to the holiday season entitledThanksgiving A Daily Gratitude Journey.
I'm Jason Gohl your host.
But before we jump into today'sinspiring episode, please
be sure to hit that subscribe buttonso you never miss a moment of inspiration.
You can also visit our websiteat www.walkinginhisword.com
(00:22):
for more resources and informationon how you can connect with our community.
Today we're going to look at another life
of a remarkable individual well,who exemplifies the beauty of gratitude.
In our last episode,we explored Brother Lawrence's example
of thankfulness and mindfulnessin the 17th century.
So now we're going to fast forwardto the 19th century and shift our focus
to another inspiring lifethat of a man named George Mueller.
(00:46):
Like Brother Lawrence, George Mueller'sjourney was marked with faith
and gratitude,but his path was entirely different.
Both men remind us that regardlessof the era unwavering faith and heartfelt
gratitude have the power to transformlives and leave a lasting legacy.
So let's look around this new chapterand discover the extraordinary story
(01:07):
of George Mueller.
Picture this A destitute orphanagefilled with hungry children,
an empty dining table,and a man named George Mueller,
who believed in the power of gratitudeand prayer.
Today, we're going to step intohis inspiring journey and see how
his remarkable life was defined by trustin God and overflowing with thankfulness.
(01:29):
George Miller was a 19th centuryChristian evangelist
and founder of several orphanagesthroughout the country of England.
He was born in 1805, and his journeytowards faith and gratitude
was far from straightforward.
In his younger years,
he pursued a life that was often markedby rebellion and irresponsibility.
Yet despite his wayward path,he eventually encountered God's grace.
(01:51):
One pivotal moment changed the courseof George Miller's life forever.
It was during his timeat the University of Hale
that he encountereda group of earnest believers.
Their unwavering faith and genuinethankfulness captivated him
and ultimately led him to accept Christas his savior.
Earlier, I asked you to imaginean orphanage filled with hungry children
and an empty dining table.
(02:13):
And now I want to talk to you about thatexperience from George Miller's life.
There was no food.There was no money for food.
And George Millerinvited the children to sit at the table
and with childlike faith,led them in prayer,
thanking God for the mealthat they were about to receive.
The childrengathered around the empty dining table,
their eyes closed in prayer,and their voices echoed Thanksgiving.
(02:35):
And then a loud knock on the doorinterrupted their prayer.
A baker stood there with trays of freshlybaked bread, enough to feed every child.
Their faith had been rewardedin the most astonishing way.
This encounter is a testamentto George Miller's profound
faith and his beliefin God's faithful provision.
It's a beautiful illustrationof the power of gratitude.
(02:55):
I'll leave some links in our episode notesabout George Mueller
and how you can explore some moreabout God's miraculous provision for him.
This story is one of manythat are in his biography
that some of you may have seen,but I'll leave a link Arab.
So notes for you.
George Miller once said The beginningof anxiety is the end of faith.
The beginning of true faithis the end of anxiety.
(03:16):
This profound quote reflectshis deep conviction that a life of faith
and gratitude could conquereven the most formidable challenges.
George Miller's life is perhaps
most famous for his establishmentof several orphanages.
He cared for thousands of children,
all without ever making a public pleafor funds.
Instead,he relied solely on prayer and faith
(03:37):
to meet the needs of these vulnerablechildren.
George Miller's legacyextends far beyond the 19th century.
His life of faith, reliance and prayerand profound gratitude have inspired
countless individuals to embrace a simplerand more faith filled existence.
His story challenges usto examine our own lives and ask
whether we truly trust in God's provisionand express gratitude for His blessings.
(04:01):
I'd love to hear your thoughts on GeorgeMiller and his remarkable journey.
So please share your reflectionsof experiences related to faith
and gratitudewith us on our website or on social media.
And let's keep this conversation aliveas we conclude this little section here.
May May George Miller's lifeserve as a reminder
that faith and gratitudecan lead to a life of impact.
(04:22):
Embrace your faith.
Cultivate gratitude, and witnessthe extraordinary unfold
in your own journey.
But no journeythrough gratitude would be complete
without revisiting the storyof the Samaritan leper.
From the Gospel of Luke,you'll find his story
in Luke 17 verses 11 through 19.
This account featuresa group of ten lepers who were suffering
and desperate for healing.
(04:43):
The approachedJesus and cried out for mercy.
As the story unfolds, we see that Jesusin his compassion, responded to their plea
and instructed them to goand show themselves to the priests
in their obedience and faith.
They set off on their journeyand something incredible happened
along the way.
They were cleansed,miraculously healed of their leprosy.
But here's where the story takesa turn out of the ten who were healed.
(05:05):
Only one, a Samaritan, returned to Jesus.
This man, filled
with gratitude, fell at the feet of Jesus,praising God with a loud voice.
He recognized the source of his healingand could not contain.
Is thankful that Jesus,
astonished by this display of gratitude,asked were not ten cleansed?
Where are the other nine?
Was no one found to return and givepraise to God except for this Samaritan?
(05:26):
This Samaritan storyteaches us a profound lesson
about gratitude, and it reminds usthat gratitude goes beyond mere words.
It's a heartfelt responseto goodness and mercy of God.
It's about recognizing the source
of our blessingsand returning to express our thankfulness.
So as we reflect on the lives of saintslike Brother Lawrence,
George Mueller, and now this humbleSamaritan, we see a common thread.
(05:48):
There's an unwavering sense of gratitudethroughout all of these lives,
and they were transformedand impacted those around them.
So let's explore how we can cultivate
this life changing virtue of Thanksgivinginto our own life.
First, let's emulate
George Mueller's childlike faithwhen faced with challenges.
Remember that God is your loving fatherand He is ready and willing to provide.
(06:12):
Approach each situationwith faith and Thanksgiving, believing
that God's provision is on its way.
Next startand end your day with Thanksgiving.
Before you begin your daily tasksor close your eyes and rest.
Express gratitude to God for His presence,his love, and his blessings.
Let thankfulness frame your day.
Next, share your gratitude journeywith a friend or family member.
(06:34):
Establish accountability partnersto regularly exchange moments
of Thanksgiving.
This practice kind of look both of youthroughout your day
pause to reflect on blessingsthat God has provided.
Use those moments of reflectionto connect with God's character
and His abundantgoodness and let gratitude become a habit.
And again, guard against on thankfulness.
(06:56):
Be vigilant against.
On thankfulness, which can creep invery quickly as we conclude this episode.
Remember that gratitude isn't just afeeling we experience every now and then.
It's a way of life,a conscious choice to recognize the source
of our blessings and respondwith the heart of Thanksgiving.
So as you go about your day,let Thanksgiving guide your step and watch
(07:17):
how it transforms your journey.
Thank you so much for joining uson this episode of Thanksgiving.
A Daily Gratitude Journey.
As we areleading towards the holiday season,
I encourage you to take these stepsto make gratitude
a part of your daily life, andI hope you've been inspired and encouraged
to cultivate gratitudemore in your own faith journey.
Remember here at Walking in His Word?
(07:37):
Our Gratitude Journey continuesevery weekday in the month of November,
so don't forget to subscribe and join usfor more daily inspiration
for additional resourcesand to connect with our community.
Please visit our websiteat WDW that walking in his workshop,
you can also find uson Facebook and Instagram
by searchingfor at Walking in His Word podcast.
So now let's carrythe spirit of Thanksgiving
(07:59):
with us as we embrace the day ahead.
Until next time, may
your heart be filled with gratitudeand your faith be strengthened.
And keep walking in his word.
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