I've got another one! What's this? The newbie? Name's William. Ah, Billy. William. Any parents, Billy? Me mum, but she died last week. And you've been left
all by yourself. Been fine in the streets
till them coppers turned me over to him. Said I'm a-- Vagrant, a street boy. You see, Billy, people
don't want orphans like you crowding their
nice city streets. So, you know what they did,
they made this for you. The workhouse. You'll never have to be
out in them streets again. Welcome to your new
home, Billy Boy. No! And you best get used to it. Let me go! Because there ain't no place
else for orphans like you. No place else at all! Help, somebody! Please, help! And Heavenly Father,
help us never forget that you are not
a God that is distant, you are always just
one prayer away. Amen. Amen. Such a joy to see you. Hey! A snack for later, Charlie. Thanks, Mr. Müller. Those biscuits are the
reason I line up every morning, uh, beside your
preaching, of course. There you be, sir, giving
away the little food you have. I'm sure God will supply, Edna. After all, Charlie
needs his supper, too. Well, Mrs. Müller, what I think
he really needs is a good bath. Come to think of it, I have
a little time right now. But I don't. Thank you again. And, uh, see you tomorrow. I wish we could do more
for children like Charlie. As do I, but there are
hundreds like him trying to make it on the streets. We can only do so much. Speaking of which, we have
a very full day again today. The printer's are ready
with their new Bible tracts. We need to mail the tracts
to some of the distribution centers. Then, we are all
expected at the church to teach the new converts. I'll be there, Henry. And did I tell you,
George, yesterday we received six
speaking invitations? Oh, Henry, we can be thankful
God is blessing our efforts to further His kingdom. I'm sure that if God
wants us to do more for children like Charlie, He
will make it very clear to us. Brr. I'm freezing. Me, too. Sure do you wish we had
a roof over our heads. Do you now? 'Cause I'm sure that
can be arranged. Huh? Round them up, lads. Where are you taking us? Aah! Hey, he's a cricket! Hey, let me go! Let me go! Hey! No, no! Charlie taken to the workhouse? That's what some
of the boys said. Oh, George, we have
to do something. We have to get
Charlie out of there. And that's exactly
what I intend to do. Wagon! What's this? You wanted a roof over
your head, didn't ya? Well, this spike will help
you pay for the privilege of having one. And Billy, here, why he's
become an expert using it. Ain't that right, Billy Boy? William! You have finished sweeping
me room, did ya, Billy Boy? Yeah. I said, did ya? Yeah, I did. Mr. Grimm. What? You have a visitor. You! Teach Charlie here the ropes. Teach him the ropes. All right. So, you take the spike like
this and separate the rope. See? You try it. All right. But what's it for? It's used on ships
to seal the gaps. Twice a day a wagon
comes to buy it. It's supposed to help pay
for this place but lot of it ends up in Grimm's pockets. I'd give anything
to get out of here. Me, too. Charlie what? Well, I don't know his
last name, but he's about-- You don't know his last name, so
I reckon you ain't no relation. No, but our mission
feeds him breakfast and-- Then what? Sends him back to the
streets to wander, and scrounge, and maybe steal. Boys' got to have
a home, Mr. Müller. You got one for him? Coming through. No. But-- Then you got no business here. Now, if you please, I
have orphans to attend to. Who's that? Just one of their preachers. Wants to help one
orphan with breakfast. All talk like all
the rest of them. All talk. A home for orphans? It's the only answer for
Charlie and others like him. You know how much
work we already have. But housing children,
feeding, and clothing them, taking care of their medical
needs, their education-- And making them feel
loved and secure. It's a huge task, George, not
to mention a lot of money. How could we possibly do it? We can't. But doesn't mean we shouldn't. I'm sorry but I don't follow. Mary, do you remember
when we made a decision not to receive a pastor's
salary from our church? We decided to trust
God for our needs so as not to place a
burden on our poor members. And have we lacked? Never. Henry, the thousands
of Bible tracts that we print and
distribute, have we ever stopped for lack of money? Well, no. We have been tested at
times, but, in reality, God has never failed us. A father to the fatherless
is God in His holy dwelling. He sets the lonely in family. It would be a very
challenging work, but God loves these children. And I believe He will
provide for them some how. As do I. And I. Then it is settled. Let's begin by asking
for God's help. For we shall need it
every step of the way. Says here, the Reverend George
Müller's opened a local home for orphans. And-- Not here. Enough sweeping. Back to the spike. We don't want the boys
getting any ideas. Right. Of course. Müller said we do not ask
directly for donations but trust our Heavenly Father
for every need knowing He loves each of these children
blah, blah, blah. He goes on to say they can
only take in 30 orphans and expect it to
be full by today. Ha! He's doomed to failure. Imagine an orphan house
getting by on prayer. The workhouse is the
only place for these good for nothing wretches. For kids like us? Where? It's got to say here somewhere. Well? I don't know how to read. Ugh. Neither do I. Huh. Ugh. Swell. Someone's finally doing
something for us orphans and we can't even get to them. All we know is this, this
Müller person's got room for-- Wait. What did you say? I say someone's finally-- No. Who? Who is opening the home? I don't know. Someone named Müller? I know who that is. And I know exactly
where he lives. Really? Ha ha ha. Only thing is how can
we get out of here? Wagon! This is Marjorie. Come along, my love, and
let's get you settled. Marjorie brings
us to 25 children. We still have room
for five more. May the Lord bring us the
children that are most in need. You want to what? Help fill up the
wagon, Mr. Grimm. Anything to have a break from
them spikes even for a bit. Please? Hm. Never let it be
said we ain't kind. Back it up. Hey, you, you, and
you, help them. Now. Mr. Müller, here are some old
clothes that don't fit my Jenny and Michael perhaps they can
be used by some of the children you're taking in. Why thank you. How very kind. Be assured they will
be put to good use. We'll do the rest. Pleasure doing business
with you as usual. Come on, Charlie. Quick. Till tomorrow then. $20, $21. Wagon. $2-- Hey, oh! What's this? No. Ah! Stop! Open the gate. Open the gate! Quickly! This way. Right behind you! Come on. There they are. I think I know
where they're going. Come on! Hurry! Ah! Ugh! Get them! He's coming! What? Ugh. Hurry! They're catching up to us! Almost there. Uh! Ah! Oh! They're getting away! Oh, no! Get off me, you fool. Right this way, children. Three more children. Perhaps the other two places
will be filled tomorrow. Let us in! Let us in! Ugh! Charlie? Oh! Mr. and Mrs. Müller! Oh, my dear boy. You-- Escaped. No! They belong in the
workhouse, not-- Step back, sir. But-- Are you any relation? What? Are you any relation to them? Well, no. But-- Then I see no reason why
they should go with you. This is their home. And this is where
they will stay. Uh, but-- Good day, sir. Huh! What are we going to do? I don't know, Willoughby,
but this fight is not over. Oh, Charlie. The Lord has
answered our prayers. Welcome. Welcome both of you. This is-- Wi-- William, ma'am. Well, William, Charlie, if you
like, this can be your home. Hurrah! Thank you, Mr. And Mrs. Müller. Can I have some of them
delicious biscuits now? Oh! oh, I think that
can be arranged. But first things first. You wait right here,
I'll get the water ready. Ouch. Eeee. Ow. Children, let us give
thanks for dinner. Let's bow our heads. Heavenly Father, we thank you
for providing this delicious meal. Bless those that helped us
with the blankets, sheets, and pillows. Watch over each dear child. Thank you for the books
that were donated just at the right time-- Try again. The-- the-- the dog is-- the dog is running. Very good. --and for providing that
donation just in time to buy food. Lord, we have need
of 12 pairs of shoes. Some of the children have
come down with colds. Our water heater is broken
and winter is nearly upon us. We need larger pots and pans. With so many mouths to
feed, our need is growing. Some days I confess I don't know
how we are going to make it, Lord. Please help us. We can't do this without You. More and more orphans
keep coming to us. Should we open up
another house, Lord? That way we can help more. The work is not easy and
at times weighs on us but the children are so happy. And so we are
thankful to, You Lord. We are so thankful. Three, Willoughby! Now, they have
three orphan houses. I know. I walked by there the
other day and they are bursting at the seams. Bah! Uh-huh. Why, Willoughby. You've hit on a genius idea. Will you put that broom down? Well, the place hasn't
been swept in months. And we shall fix that very soon. Come along, Willoughby. What? Where? To have a little chit chat
with Müller's neighbors and get our orphans back. Eh? Thank you for guiding us. It's not always easy,
Lord, but we're always encouraged by your promises. Especially where You say-- Come in. I'm sorry to bother
you, but we have nothing to serve for breakfast
this morning. You've checked with
the other houses? I have. Not a crumb in any of them. It's never been this
bad, Mrs. Müller. What are we going to do? Have the children gather
in the dining room. Oh. Children, let us thank
the Lord for breakfast. What? Heavenly Father, we
thank you for the food that you set before us. We have never lacked and
for that, we are grateful. Amen. Good morning, Missus. Me milk cart broke down. Um, rather than
letting the milk spoil, I wonder can you use
it for the orphans? Ca-- can we? Yes, yes! Please. All night I've been
thinking about your work with the orphans. And, well, I hope you
like fresh bread, love. Praise be! I will never doubt prayer again. No, never again. How wonderful to live each day
trusting God for our needs. It seems He just keeps
sending blessings our way. I'll get that. And perhaps that's another. Oh dear. George, what is it? What's wrong? Our landlord wants us to
vacate all three houses. I need to see him right away. I'm afraid I have no
other choice, Mr. Müller. Your neighbors filed
a signed petition. We all sympathize with
your work but the houses, they weren't made
for so many people. But, sir-- You have until the
contract expires. Huh. Lord, it seems like all is
lost but you've always come through when we needed you. Children, time to come in. Please for the sake of the
children, show me what to-- Ah, Mr. Müller. Mr. Grimm. I'm sorry, but this
is not a good time. I know. I heard about your having
to close down your homes. And how did you
happen to hear that? Oh, well, never you mind that. I know we've had our
differences but, well, I just wanted to say that I think
you've done a wonderful job with them orphans. Ain't no one could
say the contrary. But fact is, you can't take care
of every orphan in the city. Why, you'd have
to have a building the size of the workhouse
to house them all. Heh heh. Fact is, you're a
good man Mr. Müller. But you ain't no
miracle worker, are ya? Hmm. Uh, Mr. Müller? You're right. Huh? You're right, Mr. Grimm. I-- I am not a miracle worker. Your words have taken a
great load off my shoulders. They have? Now, if you'll
excuse me, there's someone I need to speak to. He's a strange one, that. We'll be back tomorrow to take
them orphans off your hands. Come along, Willoughby. You and I are back in business. Ain't no way I'm ever going
back to the workhouse. But what can we do? Come on, Charlie. I've got a plan. Lord, Grimm's right to say
that I am no miracle worker. I have not been the one
providing for each child, You have. For the first time in their
lives, many of these children have a home, a place
where they are cared for. Please don't let
them lose it now. For their sake and the sake of
so many other children still out on the streets, guide us. Tell us what to do. Please give me a si-- ack! Of course! That's it! That's the answer! That's the answer! Thank you, Lord. Thank you. Are you sure about this? Do you want to go
back to the workhouse? Ugh. Well, do you? Never. Then there's nothing
else we can do. Let's go. Keep praying. I'm sure God will
show us what to do. Mrs. Müller. Edna, what is it? It's Charlie and William
and some of the other boys. What about them? Well, I think they're gone. Ah! Mr. Müller, we are here. I can see that,
but here for what? Why, to take the orphans
off your hands like I-- Off my hands. Why, Mr. Grimm, they were never
in my hands in the first place. You were so wise to remind me
that I am not a miracle worker and I cannot take
care of every orphan. But you see, God can. I-- I-- I don't understand. You got to leave this place. And we are. All of us. But where to? I am not sure yet, Mr. Grimm,
but I've been up all night asking God to help. And I believe the
answer to my prayers may be coming right now. Mr. Müller, I have
not slept a wink. All night I kept thinking about
your offer to buy my land-- Buy. --in order to construct
your buildings. Building. Buildings. All I could do is think
about the little ones. And, well, I came to say
you can buy the land. But-- But? --at half the asking price. Half the asking price? Oh, thank the Lord! Did you hear that, Mary? I couldn't bear asking
for the full sum. I've spoken to your landlord. You can stay until the first
building is constructed. Oh, sir, thank you so very much. Goodbye, sir. Does that mean that we
can stop praying now? William, Charlie, is
that where you've been? When we heard the
house was closing, we did what you
and Mr. Müller do. We've been praying. So, can we stop now? You can turn your prayer
into thanksgiving, William! God has answered our prayers. We're moving into
a bigger place! Well, it's a miracle. Bah. What an answer to prayer! What a wonderful answer! George and Mary Müller went
on to establish not just one but five orphan homes with the
capacity to house over 2,000 children at a time, all without
asking anyone, except God, for financial help and
without ever going into debt. Every donation, however
small, was carefully recorded and made available to the
public as a testimony of
honesty and God's provision. Education was provided. And once a child was
old enough to leave, they were placed in an
apprenticeship in order to learn a trade. When he turned 70, George Müller
set forth on the first of 17 missionary tours that took him
to 42 nations where he preached to over 3 million people. By the time of his
death at the age of 92, over 10,000 children had been
helped in the orphan houses. William, or Billy, grew
up to become a minister and eventually
settled in New Zealand where he pastored a church
until his death in 1927. Müller credited his faith to the
Bible which read over 100 times straight through. Be assured, if you walk
with Him, and look to Him, and expect help from Him,
He will never fail you.
