Category Archives: God’s faithfulness

A Mother’s Desperate Vigil…

Posted on September 29, 2016 by Myrna Folkert

  Hunched over on my knees, I raise my head. I scan the western horizon praying that I’ll wake from this nightmare. The gut-wrenching fear would pass. Oh, that all this would be a terrible mistake. Please Lord, oh please … Continue reading →

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Take a First Step-Follow Your Call

Posted on July 31, 2016 by Myrna Folkert

The pink petunias in front of me emit an earthy smell. I don’t often write in this spot, but it’s quiet and inspirational. From just inside the clubhouse balcony, I see the lake slightly rippling; sailboat masts stand still. The … Continue reading →

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Glass Half Full-when you’re wondering whether to give up

Posted on June 30, 2016 by Myrna Folkert

  This year is half gone today, or if you want to look at it with the “glass half full” attitude, half the year is left! Six whole months to do great things, adventures, fill it with joy. Make a … Continue reading →

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My Uncle–A Memorial Day Story

Posted on May 30, 2016 by Myrna Folkert

We could never repay you… I posted this story last year, and am posting it again this Memorial Day, with a few edits. Thank you to all those who have served our country like my Uncle Art. Out of respect, … Continue reading →

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The Story I Never Told-The Before and After-Part 3

Posted on April 24, 2016 by Myrna Folkert

Slowly, God revealed a different plan for my life. I was led to write for His glory, and into more intercessory and healing prayer. I was reaffirmed about who I was…I’m a beloved daughter of the one True King. Why … Continue reading →

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The Story I Never Told-The Before and After-Part 2

Posted on April 2, 2016 by Myrna Folkert

A friend told me about healing conferences. When I first began going they confused and scared me. One pastor said many of us may have grown up knowing the Father, the Son and “Holy Scriptures!” Hmm…that seemed to fit me. … Continue reading →

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The Promise

Posted on March 12, 2016 by Myrna Folkert

This week, I witnessed the manifestation of a promise God made to me a long time ago. He began to confirm to me years ago, that I would write. It was a dream that had been put on the back … Continue reading →

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Mr. Scott

Posted on January 24, 2016 by Myrna Folkert

He shared with our entire congregation tonight. “You identify yourself with what you do, and when you can’t do that anymore, you feel like you aren’t anything.” So true. Been there. It took me a couple years after I was … Continue reading →

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As the New Year is here again, Set Your Heart, and don’t worry so much about goals

Posted on December 31, 2015 by Myrna Folkert

Thinking about the new year approaching again, it seems as I get older, it comes faster and faster each time. Here we are again, on New Year’s Eve. Some are fretting about goals and resolutions. What I want to do … Continue reading →

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Home Is Where the Heart Is

Posted on December 26, 2015 by Myrna Folkert

Gerrit Kleinheksel and his wife Bertha set their minds to building a big sturdy farmhouse in 1905. The deep dark pine was abundant and the fresh scent of sawdust filled the air as the handsaws sliced back and forth. The … Continue reading →

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