This Momentary Marriage: Ian and Larissa's Story

If you've been reading my blog over the years, you've been introduced to Ian & Larissa Murphy. Their stories have encouraged many people, so much so that I ended up creating their own category on my blog. Therefore, I was very pleased when Desiring God asked Citygate Films to produce a short documentary about them. What an honor to showcase their faith on film! 

Even though my company produced this film, I'm not going to be bashful about promoting this piece. The reason is not for the filmmaking--it is because of the tremendous, God-honoring faith that Ian and Larissa express. I still cry every time I watch it. May I suggest that you share this with friends who have suffered traumatic brain injury, or any kind of disabling accident? More importantly, may I suggest that you offer respite relief and support to anyone who is a regular caregiver to loved ones who are seriously ill or injured? The Murphys are very fortunate to have a strong community of family and friends who support them in various ways, but this is not true of everyone in similar situations.

I hope you have eight minutes to spare to be inspired by their story!

(Note to fans of The Vow, we filmed this long before the feature film and updated book was released. But it's wonderful to know stories like these aren't isolated, thanks to the grace of God.)

A Spanish-subtitled version is also available.

Comments

[Sharmen Wright]

Carolyn, that was SO beautiful! I cried! Thank you!

[gwenkenzie@true love best]

I am very much inspired with your love story. I am inspired of how God's grace transformed your lives. I agree that in any relationship, the great strength comes from God alone. God bless you.

[Aurora]

Beautiful story, beautifully told...thank you Carolyn and thank you Ian and Larissa...

[Kristi Colas]

I'd love to see this video in French subtitles too so I can share with my friends here... :) A story that brings us to our knees to worship God, who alone is able to turn tragedy into triumph. Thanks so much for putting this little film together.