Chapter 15, Daily Prayer and Timely Answers Summary and Analysis

Muller begins 1842 by recording a lengthy prayer meeting among the staff of the orphan houses. For many hours, they voluntarily prayed and thanked God for the blessings of the previous year. For many entries, Muller records bountiful blessings at the orphan houses and for the first month of the year, he records no need. However, living day to day soon takes its toll. Early in February, a time of need arises. Often, supplies come in only just in time for meals, with no extra left over. Several times, Muller admits that the financial outlook is the bleakest ever. This pattern continues for several months.

In fact, in May, Muller names the previous seventeen months as the most strenuous ever since opening the orphan houses. However, he maintains that God never fails...