HEROES OF THE FAITH: GEORGE MÜLLER – TRUSTING GOD FOR THE IMPOSSIBLE

Let me introduce you to someone who will blow your mind and stir your faith in ways you never thought possible—George Müller. Seriously. If you want your prayer life to level up and your faith to go from “I think God might show up” to “I know God will come through,” keep reading.

George Müller’s life is a straight-up masterclass in trusting God, like really trusting Him. This man ran an orphanage that cared for over 10,000 orphans during his lifetime—without asking anyone for a dime. Not. One. Dime. No fundraising campaigns. No desperate letters asking for help. Just bold, relentless prayer and a faith in God so unshakable that you can’t help but be inspired.

Here’s the kicker: God showed up every time. He always provided, right down to the very last minute. Bread and milk would arrive just when they needed it most—literally on the doorstep moments before the kids were about to go without food. Müller believed that if God promised to meet his needs, he didn’t have to beg anyone but God. And guess what? God never let him down.

Let me tell you my favorite Müller story. This one shifted my whole perspective on prayer and built a faith in me that I didn’t even know I needed.

Shrouded in the thick fog off the coast of Newfoundland, a steamer edged slowly forward, its foghorn sounding out mournful notes of warning. The captain, red-eyed from lack of sleep and peering into the gloom, was startled by a gentle tap on his shoulder. He swung round to find one of his passengers—an old man in his late seventies, with impressive mutton-chop whiskers and clear, penetrating eyes.

“Captain,” the man said, “I must be in Quebec on Saturday afternoon.” (It was then Wednesday.) The captain snorted: “Impossible.”

“Very well,” was the calm response. “If your ship can’t take me, God will find another way. I’ve never missed an engagement in fifty-seven years.”

The man suggested they go to the chart room and pray. The captain—thinking the man had lost his mind—followed him anyway. With childlike simplicity, the man prayed, “O Lord, if it is consistent with Thy will, please remove the fog. I believe it is Thy will.”

The captain began to pray, too, but Müller stopped him. “Don’t pray—you don’t believe. As I believe God has already answered, there’s no need for you to pray.”

The captain opened the door to find the fog completely gone. That moment changed him forever. Faith became a reality, not just a theory.

Are you letting that sink in? This kind of faith isn’t just for people like George Müller; it’s available to YOU. Jesus said, “If you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, ‘Move,’ and it will move.” That’s real. Faith like that builds as you trust God, step by step. Müller’s life is a challenge to take God at His Word and believe Him for the impossible.

I’m not exaggerating—this man lived a miracle-filled life:

• Cared for over 10,000 orphans without ever asking for money
• Distributed the equivalent of $7.5 million in today’s money—entirely through prayer
• Supported 122 Christian schools educating over 120,000 students
• Kept a journal of 50,000+ recorded answers to prayer

When I first read about George Müller, it hit me hard. His life was proof that prayer changes everything. It woke me up and made me realize I needed to go deeper in my own prayer life. So, inspired by him, I started an Answers to Prayer Journal. I began writing down what I was praying for and leaving space to record how God answered. And let me tell you—it completely changed how I pray.

When you look back and see how faithful God has been, it builds your faith to trust Him for even bigger things. You realize that the same God who answered your prayers before is ready to do it again.

Here’s the thing: Müller didn’t just pray timid, “God, if it’s not too much trouble” prayers. He prayed with the kind of bold confidence that only comes from knowing God deeply. He didn’t just believe in God—he believed God would actually do what He promised. There’s a huge difference.

Here’s your challenge: Grab a notebook or journal and start writing down what you’re praying for. Leave space to record how God answers. Stick with it. Don’t give up. I’m telling you—it will change your life.

The law of faith is real, and here’s the core truth: “According to your faith it will be done to you.” If you don’t believe God will answer, you’re putting your faith in Him not answering. But when you pray boldly and believe, miracles happen.

Drop a comment below and tell me what you’re trusting God for. Let’s pray together and believe for some breakthroughs. The same God who cleared the fog for George Müller is ready to move in your life, too. Don’t stop praying until you see it happen!

Here’s something else that stuck with me—Müller’s process for discerning God’s will. It’s so practical and simple, but it’ll make you rethink how you approach decisions.

• Get your heart into a state with no will of its own. Nine-tenths of the trouble comes when we want what we want, not what God wants. The hardest part is surrendering.
• Don’t rely on feelings or impressions. They can be deceptive.
• Seek the will of God through the Word of God. The Spirit and the Word always work together. God’s leading will never contradict Scripture.
• Pay attention to providential circumstances. Often, God’s will becomes clear when you combine His Word and what’s happening around you.
• Ask God in prayer to reveal His will.
• Make a deliberate judgment based on prayer, the Word, and reflection. If your mind is at peace and continues to be after multiple prayers, proceed.

This method is tried and true—it’s guided my own decision-making so many times. And it’s not just for big decisions; it works for everyday ones, too.

If you’re struggling to discern God’s will, start here. Surrender your own desires, dig into His Word, and pray. You’ll be amazed at how He leads you.

That’s George Müller—a man who lived faith like it was the most natural thing in the world because, to him, it was. His life is proof that God is the same yesterday, today, and forever.

So, what are you trusting God for? Let’s believe for big things together. 💛