With an Open Heart: A True Story of Faith, Love, and Courage by Lisa Murphy

by Lisa Murphy

When Lisa and Jim Murphy chose to adopt a little boy with a serious medical condition from an orphanage in China, they had no idea how profoundly their lives—and the lives of many others—would be changed by this engaging child and his precious heart. Join the Murphy family as they embark on a faith-filled journey to bring home their son, Daniel, then experience the most joyful—as well as the most difficult—time of their lives. Walk with Lisa and Jim as they come face-to-face with the unthinkable, and watch as amazing miracles unfold. Lisa Murphy’s moving, personal narrative of love, loss, and courage is inspirational and others hope for when things don’t go according to plan. This family’s remarkable, true story demonstrates how living with an open heart and trusting in God’s greater plan can result in unexpected blessings—with ripple effects beyond our imagination.

Paperback

First published July 31, 2012

About the author

LISA MURPHY is a Christian writer, blogger, school and parish volunteer, independent sales distributor for Juice Plus+® products, and adoption advocate, but her most valued post is being a stay-at home mom to her three beautiful children. Lisa resides in Delray Beach, Florida with her husband, Jim, and their children, Madi, Charlie, and Joseph. One of Lisa’s passions in life is to make a difference in their son Daniel’s memory, and to keep him alive by sharing his inspiring story with others.

Reviews

[Spring Transleau · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a beautiful story. This book was hard for me to put down. Yet, I found myself having to do it several times as I was overcome with emotion. It is the story of an American family who decides to adopt children from China. They first adopt a little girl. Then their hearts, which are mighty big, open up to take in another beautiful child. This child has some heart issues. This story takes you through the journey of a beautiful American family to and from China, and into the battle for the life of a beautiful and precious child. It is a story of great compassion and love and great joy and sadness. If you choose to read this book, you will come away profoundly and deeply touched, and in such a beautiful way. I highly recommend it.