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Theme for 2026: DIVINE DIRECTION INTO NEW GLORY

THURSDAY, 22ND JANUARY 2026

SERIES 4 — MODERN FAITH, MINISTRY & MARKETPLACE

(Men and women who followed divine direction through instruction, books, discipline, dreams, and obedience)

DAY 22 — GEORGE MÜLLER: TRUSTING GOD’S DIRECTION WITHOUT BEGGING

Anchor Scriptures

Matthew 6:33 (KJV)

“But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.”

Psalm 34:10 (KJV)

“The young lions do lack, and suffer hunger: but they that seek the LORD shall not want any good thing.”

Proverbs 3:5–6 (KJV)

“Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.”

Opening Thought

God’s direction does not always lead to human applause — sometimes it leads to quiet dependence that produces undeniable glory.

George Müller proved that when God leads, provision follows — without manipulation, pressure, or begging.

Reflection

George Müller was a man of prayer, discipline, and unwavering trust in God’s instruction. In a time when public fundraising was common, Müller chose a radically different path: he would never ask people for money — only God.

This was not pride; it was divine instruction.

Müller believed that God’s name would be glorified more powerfully if provision came through prayer rather than persuasion. And God honored that obedience.

Over his lifetime, Müller cared for more than 10,000 orphans, built multiple orphanages, and funded missions — all without debt, publicity campaigns, or fundraising appeals.

His secret?

  • Absolute trust in God’s direction

  • Consistent prayer and thanksgiving

  • Disciplined obedience to divine instruction

Many times, food arrived at the orphanage minutes before mealtime — bread, milk, and supplies delivered unexpectedly. God’s timing was always precise.

Here is the lesson for 2026:

When God gives an instruction, provision is attached to obedience.

Begging is often the fruit of panic. Trust is the fruit of alignment.

George Müller teaches us:

  • God can sustain what He assigns

  • Silence before men can amplify faith before God

  • Divine direction produces supernatural supply

Your new glory may not come through noise — it may come through quiet faithfulness.

Prayer

Father, I thank You for being my source and sustainer. Teach me to trust You completely, even when resources seem limited. Deliver me from anxiety, manipulation, and dependence on human approval. Help me obey Your instructions fully and rely on Your provision faithfully. As I follow You, let my life testify of Your faithfulness and glory. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Declarations

I trust God as my source.
I obey divine instruction without fear.
My needs are met by God’s supply.
I walk in faith, not desperation.
My obedience produces visible glory.

Spirit Challenge

Today, resist the urge to panic, pressure, or manipulate outcomes.
Instead:

  • Pray specifically

  • Thank God in advance

  • Obey what He has already instructed you to do

Watch how God supplies in unexpected ways.

Closing Exhortation

God is not impressed by your anxiety — He responds to your trust.

When you follow God’s direction without begging, striving, or fear, new glory follows quietly but powerfully.

Welcome to 2026 —
Our Year of Divine Direction into New Glory.

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