Unflinching Trust

Melodie Vervloet was the first in her family to read the diaries of her grandmother. As she poured over the details, Melodie became fascinated with life in the 1930s and 40s. However, what began as an interesting story, soon revealed deep spiritual truths that prompted Melodie to repent of her own selfishness and take up her grandmother’s hope.


In a biography based on diaries, numerous letters, and historical archives, Melodie weaves a compelling story beginning in 1930s Alberta, Canada, as her grandmother, Melva, struggled to comprehend God’s love for her due to a recent breakup and agreed to be courted by a popular young man she did not fancy. When she was sent by her father to bible school, her entries reveal how she met Dave, a godly gentleman who was captivated by her. As a secret fear overwhelmed Melva’s interest in him, war broke out, Dave registered as an army chaplain, was called to pastor at a Baptist church, and realized he was in immediate need of a wife—prompting a chain of events that ultimately led Melva to learn that God never makes mistakes.


Unflinching Trust is the inspirational biography of a Christian woman as she relied on her faith to carry her through her fears and a chaotic time in the world.