George Mueller had a rule of thumb concerning his activities. Concerning any proposed measure, that he would ask three probing questions: ‘’Is this the Lord’s work?” ‘’Is this the Lord’s way?” ‘’Is this the Lord’s time?” For Mueller, going after good work was not enough; it has to be the Lord’s work. Beyond knowing that it was the Lord’s work, he would not compromise the means of achieving it; neither would he run ahead of God’s schedule. No wonder he did exploits and continues to inspire today.
‘’Mueller’s rule’’ will benefit anyone who aims to please the Lord. You don’t want to jump into anything without first knowing if it is advantageous to God. Beyond that, you want to know if the time is right. For every cause, there is a ‘’kairos’’ moment – the most opportune time ordained by God. This is essential in the light of scripture that says He makes all things beautiful in His time. Finally, note that all great lives are under-guarded by some sets of rules or principles. The rules may be codified or filed away in our minds. Greatness is never by accident. Understandably, Samson’s parents asked the angel for ‘’the boy’s rule of life’’. Those without rules of life can hardly end up being rulers.
