I hope this message finds you all well and enjoying the blessings of God's grace in your lives. Just minutes before writing this, I found myself on my couch, soothing one scared toddler with one arm and comforting a frightened dog with the other. You may wonder what prompted this chaos—well, it was all due to a massive storm! As I sat there with my anxious little girl and dog, I began to reflect on our dependence on God, especially in situations beyond our control. This moment reminded me of the powerful story of George Müller.
Picture this: one man with a heart for the helpless, taking care of over 10,000 orphans without ever asking for a single donation or going into debt. How did he do it? By taking God at His word—specifically, Matthew 7:7, which says, “Ask, and it will be given to you.” Müller’s faith in God's provision was nothing short of inspiring. During his lifetime, George Müller built five orphanages and made a commitment to care for each child as if they were his own. When it was time for them to become independent, he prayed with each one, placing a Bible in their right hand and money in their left, assuring them that as long as they held onto God's Word, He would supply all their needs.
But even before he could care for so many, Müller had to learn to trust God himself. When he expressed a desire to become a missionary, his father cut off his college funding. Not knowing where to turn, Müller knelt down and prayed. Almost immediately, a professor knocked on his door and offered him a tutoring job. It was a pivotal moment that solidified his belief that God would take care of his needs as he sought to serve Him.
As Müller faced life's challenges, including the dire conditions of street orphans in England, he remained resolute in his trust in God. Starting with only two shillings (about fifty cents today), he felt called to open an orphanage and believed God would provide. And time after time, God did just that—whether it was a baker showing up with freshly baked bread for 300 hungry children or a milkman with extra milk, God always came through. Müller held tightly to verses from John and Matthew about God’s promise to provide. He understood that while life can throw us curveballs, God knows our needs and invites us to seek His Kingdom first. It reminds us of the peace that comes from trusting our Heavenly Father, who loves to give generously and abundantly.
In our own lives, we might wrestle with anxiety about our needs—financial burdens, health issues, or the pressure to provide for our loved ones—yet, just as Müller learned to rely on God, we too can bring our worries and concerns before Him. God cares deeply for us and delights in our dependence on Him. So, let’s take a page from George Müller’s story and boldly bring our requests to God. Whether it’s a need for daily provision or the grace to support those around us, let’s trust that God is faithful and has the power to provide in ways we may not expect.
As we go about our week, let’s look beyond ourselves to those in need within our community, inspired by the generosity we find in our father. Remember, God loves to give, and with Him, we will never run out.
Blessings to each of you, David Peñate
