tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35753836.post2359346130447261597..comments2023-06-15T05:53:31.084-04:00Comments on Pray For Ian: an ordinary day. An extraordinary god.Pray for Ianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08095009101061000235noreply@blogger.comBlogger94125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35753836.post-66412119494318894012012-06-05T20:31:23.973-04:002012-06-05T20:31:23.973-04:00I saw the video a couple of weeks ago and have not...I saw the video a couple of weeks ago and have not been able to get you guys out of my head. I was elated to hear this past week that you have a blog. I am your newest follower! You guys are simply amazing and I want you to know that I pray for you often.Sharon Wanghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17564452243522205297noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35753836.post-13123782800182605582012-05-27T01:40:06.352-04:002012-05-27T01:40:06.352-04:00Larissa,
I watched your video a few weeks ago, an...Larissa,<br /><br />I watched your video a few weeks ago, and it literally brought me to tears. The way you describe what a marriage should be is what I discovered for myself a few months ago. Today I published a blog post about my experience of almost getting married without understanding the truths that you and Ian so beautifully exemplify. <br /><br />From what I read about your career (I too have a corporate job) and your love of home and nature, I think we are, in some ways, kindred spirits. Thanks for sharing your life and being a wonderful role model for the true meaning of marriage. I will keep reading and praying for you both...M. Connorhttp://thegospelcoalition.org/blogs/tgc/2012/05/26/today-was-supposed-to-be-my-wedding-day/?comments#commentsnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35753836.post-78634193556155915972012-05-21T15:16:53.958-04:002012-05-21T15:16:53.958-04:00I had the privilege of watching the video about yo...I had the privilege of watching the video about you and your husband. It brought me so much hope-- hope in the depth, height and width of God's love. And how it flows through you and Ian...and can flow through me. We can be those vessels that allow such an amazing love flow from me to others. Almost 6 years ago now, I lost the man I loved to Cystic Fibrosis and one of the most amazing things he taught he was about love. The idea that I could show him, lavish him with love even when he didn't have the strength or breath to return it. I never had the opportunity to marry him and its one of my biggest regrets. We thought we had time. We thought there'd be healing. And it gives me such joy to see the courage and strength you both have. I can't thank you enough for sharing your story. It's encouraged me on many levels.Holly Hrywnaknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35753836.post-78566994273522414382012-05-21T09:44:51.999-04:002012-05-21T09:44:51.999-04:00Your story has renewed my faith in God. It's c...Your story has renewed my faith in God. It's changed everything. Praising Him for both of you!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35753836.post-48997833908625096232012-05-20T07:23:15.644-04:002012-05-20T07:23:15.644-04:00Your story is absolutely beautiful and touching th...Your story is absolutely beautiful and touching the lives of so many! <br /><br />You will be in my prayers and I look forward to keeping up with your blog! <br /><br />Lovingly,<br />katyKatyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03118653637763160580noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35753836.post-5678863146919123712012-05-18T20:52:03.390-04:002012-05-18T20:52:03.390-04:00You are so very beautiful - inside and out. The w...You are so very beautiful - inside and out. The way that God is using you...working in you and through you is absolutely amazing. I have been so blessed by you and Ian and the rest of the family through the years. So inspired by your strength, your honesty, your devotion to God and to each other. Your video is incredible. I watch it and can't take my eyes away. Thank you for giving us this glimpse. It's not at all surprising that so many have watched it. God bless you!K Bluehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11694674727105319505noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35753836.post-16802099651399756592012-05-18T02:38:47.143-04:002012-05-18T02:38:47.143-04:00You two are a blessing. You have given hope to so...You two are a blessing. You have given hope to so many, in so many ways. Praying that you will never stop making each other laugh. Larissa your wise words are a gift to me. Thank you. lovelove iIngridhttp://jeansandpinkjandals.blogspot.co.nz/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35753836.post-64030879962879454052012-05-18T01:28:42.036-04:002012-05-18T01:28:42.036-04:00Dearest Larissa,
You’ve make it seem so easy, but ...Dearest Larissa,<br />You’ve make it seem so easy, but I know from experience it is not. I too live with a husband with a TBI and it’s the hardest trial I have ever been called to. It is a lifelong trial and I long for glory when my husband’s mind will be whole again. He was the greatest love of my life, when Christ should have been, and so by God’s grace and mercy for my soul, He took my idol off the shelf so that He Himself would be my greatest love. You have inspired me to keep running the race when I’ve been too exhausted to continue. May our precious Lord keep you and sustain you until the day of glory. God bless you dear sister.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35753836.post-19057967038252467942012-05-17T21:36:18.896-04:002012-05-17T21:36:18.896-04:00My daughter sent me your video from the desiring G...My daughter sent me your video from the desiring God blog, the night before my husbands third eye surgery. Within 6 weeks he has had 3 retina detachments and 3 major surgeries, causing him to be extremely visually impaired. Your story was so encouraging because it reveals how the Lord working love through a marriage can overcome what appears to be very dark times. It encouraged us to know that we can get through this with the Lord. Thank you for sharing your story.Jill Benwillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05780022795964048197noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35753836.post-45421353698546530012012-05-15T15:18:50.985-04:002012-05-15T15:18:50.985-04:00Larissa and Ian...I have shared your video and you...Larissa and Ian...I have shared your video and your story with many of my friends. One set of friends was greatly encouraged by it. He was in a terrible motorcycle accident about a year and half ago, and like Larissa, she dropped everything to be with him in the hospital and through rehab and therapy. However, unlike you guys...they were not already believers. His accident changed their lives in more ways than we can count, but the most important thing that happened was their salvation. A few months ago I went out to lunch with them and he was telling me that he really wants to be a missionary. I told him, John...You're already a missionary...to all of your friends and family who knew you before Christ, and have seen the transformation He's made in you. I know they want to get married one day, but that is probably a good 5 years away. However, your story greatly encouraged them that it may truly be possible. After watching the video she said, "I want to meet them!"<br /><br />Thank you for being vulnerable. For sharing your joys and heartaches. You will never have a full understanding of the impact your story has created. Praise the Lord!Michelehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15717031115408870489noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35753836.post-17501514049305581132012-05-11T13:56:54.178-04:002012-05-11T13:56:54.178-04:00wow..what a tremendous story of faithfulness in su...wow..what a tremendous story of faithfulness in suffering. i watched the desiring god clip several times and cried each time. you two are beautiful examples...God is good!Laurahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16158959906597231811noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35753836.post-30051209171942898312012-05-11T13:48:02.522-04:002012-05-11T13:48:02.522-04:00Wow...your story made me weep. you both are faith...Wow...your story made me weep. you both are faithful examples of God's love and faithfulness and goodness in suffering. thank you for sharing! i will be praying for you all.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35753836.post-64647917560986084232012-05-11T13:41:00.330-04:002012-05-11T13:41:00.330-04:00Hello Ian and Larissa!
I am Brazilian and I live ...Hello Ian and Larissa!<br /><br />I am Brazilian and I live in Rio de Janeiro.<br />I'm very happy with your story.<br /><br />God be praised!<br />May God be magnified through their lives.<br />He is good!<br />I pray that the Lord will continue abeçoando you!<br /><br />A big hug!<br />Gavina Lucy and Bruno Lacerda (Brazil, Rio de Janeiro - Sao Goncalo city)Luzia Gavinahttp://www.facebook.com/luzia.gavinanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35753836.post-13245290990021777692012-05-10T19:51:22.328-04:002012-05-10T19:51:22.328-04:00Thank you so much, for your wonderful testimony. Y...Thank you so much, for your wonderful testimony. Yours and Ian's story will not be soon lost on me. I will keep you two in my prayers. Our God is a great God! I cherish the ministry of John Piper and am so grateful he has shared you two with all of us. <br /><br />Going to start reading TMM with the godly man I'm privileged to date as we think about our future.<br /><br />Many prayers to you and Ian, God's rich blessings on your beautiful marriage.Victoriahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03506394778691178495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35753836.post-56038387791256880432012-05-10T14:23:42.585-04:002012-05-10T14:23:42.585-04:00Just want to say that since watching the video two...Just want to say that since watching the video two days ago, I can't help but keep thinking of your incredible story. There are so many things that the story of your marriage has impressed upon my heart. Namely, that all things are possible with God..and the secular worlds so very little of "true love". Praying for Ian's health and your marriage. May God Bless you!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35753836.post-85511996384287282962012-05-10T12:57:55.478-04:002012-05-10T12:57:55.478-04:00God is at work. I needed to see this. Getting too ...God is at work. I needed to see this. Getting too caught up in what I think Life should look like. Wishing and wavering at times. I thank God for a Godly husband who truly loves me, and is faithful. Iam blessedAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35753836.post-78905060921036602642012-05-10T12:02:19.629-04:002012-05-10T12:02:19.629-04:00I'm encouraged. I'm blessed. You've bo...I'm encouraged. I'm blessed. You've both been an example of Christ's love. Thank you for sharing your story with the world. You're marriage is true and pure and that's exactly what couples should base their own lives on. God, please send an abundance of blessings to this wonderful couple! I have shared your video with people on facebook, and in my office at the university I work for. It's going viral! Bless you all and your future. See ya in Heaven!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35753836.post-34726428335828044772012-05-10T10:17:01.174-04:002012-05-10T10:17:01.174-04:00thank youthank youAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15430102764854182955noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35753836.post-8732136612853209702012-05-10T10:13:47.612-04:002012-05-10T10:13:47.612-04:00I started bawling as I was watching the video of y...I started bawling as I was watching the video of you two. Such an encouragement to remember to see past our current trials and to focus on our lives from an eternal perspective. Will be keeping you two in my prayers.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35753836.post-3310085618678072942012-05-10T01:28:03.979-04:002012-05-10T01:28:03.979-04:00I've been challenged to pray more boldly for m...I've been challenged to pray more boldly for my son after watching your video. I want my son to be like Ian...to have his faith and joy in the Lord in spite of his disabilities. Thank you for so humbly sharing your story. You make Christ look so beautiful...Sue Leehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08560424605691000666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35753836.post-16717090968580314212012-05-09T23:08:47.850-04:002012-05-09T23:08:47.850-04:00My little 11 year old daughter just watched this, ...My little 11 year old daughter just watched this, happy tears in her eyes. Her comment "Wow, they really love each other." How amazingly meaningful life is with our precious Jesus as guide. May He continue to bless you and use your marriage to reflect His love to others. Bravo Ian and Larissa for walking closely with your Lord despite the difficulties that we were told we would face here on earth. Hugs, Rebekahlunepalehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00778297589959217822noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35753836.post-6914629399466520192012-05-09T21:51:05.663-04:002012-05-09T21:51:05.663-04:00Beautiful. Beautiful. Beautiful. Thank you for ble...Beautiful. Beautiful. Beautiful. Thank you for blessing me, my bride, and my congregation with this, friends.<br /><br />Warmly,<br />Pastor Bryan McWhite<br />New Hope ChurchBryan McWhitehttp://twog.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35753836.post-13268227694469085462012-05-09T21:16:53.935-04:002012-05-09T21:16:53.935-04:00Thank you for living an open and vulnerable life a...Thank you for living an open and vulnerable life and for allowing us to see Christ through you.Corannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01728796554893443009noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35753836.post-31436635987736271152012-05-09T21:07:28.101-04:002012-05-09T21:07:28.101-04:00Thank you for opening up your lives in this way. ...Thank you for opening up your lives in this way. The LORD truly IS amazing! We are thankful to know that HE does all things well. HE alone is worthy. <br /><br />I hopped over to your blog from my friend's blog...she posted your video there. <br /><br />May the LORD be always your portion and your anchor. May HE always be your focus and your Rock. HE is glorified through your testimony. May HE give you daily all you need to carry on and to follow HIM wherever HE leads.<br /><br />Many Blessings,<br />CamilleCamillehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07838089502798643241noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35753836.post-63857708506622549092012-05-09T20:51:47.846-04:002012-05-09T20:51:47.846-04:00Thanks Larrisa for sharing your heart! You and Ia...Thanks Larrisa for sharing your heart! You and Ian are a beautiful couple! Loved watching the clips from your lovely wedding. God is truly reflected in your heart for Christ, and abiding in His strength, power and suffering has encouraged me greatly tonight! My hubs and I have been married 22 years ( yes we are old! :) ) And sweet hubs was diagnosed 2 years ago at age 46 with Alzheimer's. It's forever changed our marriage and how I view it. But your story and video was the encouragement I needed to continue to press on, and love him despite the challenges at hand! Some days are hard, but God is in it all. There are days I can say I am thankful for this detour in our journey....but then there are those other days! :) Thanks for sharing your heart! :) <br />You are beautiful!Sandy@ Jesus and Dark Chochttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11136695112966547093noreply@blogger.com