The Life of Trust (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. AutobiographyBy George Müller
Length16h 55m
About this audiobook
The Life of Trust is a classic work of nineteenth-century evangelical devotion, presenting George Müller's reflections on prayer, providence, and practical dependence upon God. Drawn largely from his journals and narratives of the Bristol orphan houses, the book combines spiritual autobiography, theological testimony, and documentary realism. Its plain, earnest prose belongs to the tradition of Protestant experiential writing, yet its power lies in its meticulous record of daily needs met without public appeals for money. George Müller, born in Prussia in 1805, underwent a dramatic conversion after a troubled youth and later became a minister in England. His work among orphans in Bristol, conducted on the principle that God alone would be asked for support, gave him a distinctive authority to write on faith. The book reflects not abstract speculation but a life tested by poverty, administration, pastoral care, and sustained religious discipline. Readers interested in Christian spirituality, philanthropy, or Victorian religious culture will find this volume both historically significant and morally challenging. It is especially valuable for those seeking a rigorous account of faith enacted in ordinary decisions, institutional responsibility, and perseverance.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreBiography and Memoir
Length16 hrs 55 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 10, 2020
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2Introduction
3Synopsis
4Historical Context
5INTRODUCTION.
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6CHAPTER I. BOYHOOD AND YOUTH.
7CHAPTER II. THE PRODIGAL’S RETURN.
8CHAPTER III. SELF-DEDICATION.
9CHAPTER IV. LEANING ON JESUS.
10CHAPTER V. MINISTRY AT BRISTOL BEGUN.
11CHAPTER VI. THE SCRIPTURAL KNOWLEDGE INSTITUTION.
12CHAPTER VII. HOME FOR DESTITUTE ORPHANS.
13CHAPTER VIII. THE FIELD WIDENING.
14CHAPTER IX. TRIAL.
15CHAPTER X. DELIVERANCE.
16CHAPTER XI. ASKING AND RECEIVING.
17CHAPTER XII. PLENTY AND WANT.
18CHAPTER XIII. FAITH STRENGTHENED BY EXERCISE.
19CHAPTER XIV. WALKING IN DARKNESS.
20CHAPTER XV. PROSPERITY.
21CHAPTER XVI. STEWARDSHIP.
22CHAPTER XVII. REAPING BOUNTIFULLY.
23CHAPTER XVIII. FAITH CONFIRMED BY PROSPERITY.
24CHAPTER XIX. CONTINUED MERCIES.
25CHAPTER XX.
26CHAPTER XXI. UNVARYING PROSPERITY.
27CHAPTER XXII. UNVARYING PROSPERITY.
28CHAPTER XXIII. THREE YEARS OF PROSPERITY.
29CHAPTER XXIV.
30APPENDIX.
31Analysis
32Reflection
33Memorable Quotes
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