3. According to the May 1, 1848, entry, what is the Bible reference for "There is that scattereth, and yet increaseth; and there is that withholdeth more than is meet, but it tendeth to poverty. The liberal soul shall be made fat: and he that watereth shall be watered also himself"?

4. According to the May 1, 1848, entry, how should a believer give money to God?

5. On January 1, 1840, why did Muller return a donation?

Short Essay Questions

1. What did Muller do on January 1, 1840?

2. What reasons did people give for not donating to missionaries with no regular support?

3. What was Muller's financial difficulty on February 16, 1842?

4. While praying about building the new orphanage, Muller cited this verse Proverbs 16:3: "Commit thy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts shall be established." What did this mean to Muller?

5. How did Muller reply to the letter he received on March 26, 1840?

6. What prompted Muller to think about building an orphan house rather than just renting another building?

7. Why did Muller keep written accounts of all his works?

8. During 1857-1858, how were the institute funds that came to Muller used?

9. What did Muller believe about the amount of income a Christian should give?

10. How did Muller believe that Christians should feel about their possessions and income?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

1 Corinthians 16:2: "Upon the first day of the week let every one of you lay by him in store, as God hath prospered him, that there be no gatherings when I come." Describe what reasons Muller gives for telling others that they should give financially to the Lord. Include the other verses he uses to support what he says.