I've Always Been Rich is an inspiring book of author Marilyn Rensink's life growing up on an Iowa farm during the 1930s' Great Depression. Money was scarce, work on the farm was tough, and opportunities were few during the Depression. For the Rensink family, the wealth of one generous family was able to spread and help save the family farm. Rensink hopes this book will inspire others to follow God's calling in their life by humbly sharing the stories of her life. The values and examples learned early in life, Rensink believes, create structure and confidence and later prepare us to fulfill God's calling. I've Always Been Rich is a Christian story of faith, hard work, and perseverance.