George Muller The Guardian of Bristols Orphans By
George Muller: The Guardian of Bristol’s Orphans By Janet and Geoff Benge
George Muller 1805 - 1898 “I believe God has heard my prayers. He will make it manifest in His own good time that He has heard me. I have recorded my petitions that when God has answered them, His name will be glorified. ” - George Müller
George Muller’s Background: Mother: Sophie Muller (died in 1820) Father: Johann Muller (died in 1840) Older brother: Friedrich Muller (died 1838) George was born in Kroppenstaedt (now Kroppenstedt), a village in the Kingdom of Prussia
Where George goes… Kroppenstaedt, Kingdom of Prussia Switzerland London, England Devon, England Bristol, England
What was happening in the 1800 s in Europe? The Industrial Revolution Many people moved to the cities to work in factories. Sometimes, factory jobs were unsafe. Poverty, orphans
What is an orphan? An orphan is a child whose parents have died. In common usage, only a child who has lost both parents due to death is called an orphan.
Famous plays/books about orphans: Anne of Green Gables Harry Potter Maniac Magee Little Orphan Annie Oliver Twist & the Artful Dodger Cinderella Tarzan Batman
What is a missionary? A Christian missionary is commissioned by the Lord to make disciples, followers of Christ.
Do you need to go far away to be a missionary? No, not always. A missionary is a follower of Jesus who feels God telling them to share the Gospel with people who have never been taught about Jesus before.
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