Not Easily Broken

The three strands of rope!! I had never heard that statement until this movie. The theory is that in a marriage there should be three strands, one for each party involved and the third for God. Without the third strand, the two cannot make a strong bond. This movie deals with a couple in what is at first thought to be a good and loving relationship—until trouble comes knocking at the door. Then the little problems that were not so evident, at first, come out into the open. Without giving away too many details let’s just say that both sides have people that are leading them into situations that are not good for the marriage. It isn’t until they both realize the need for looking to God that things begin to correct themselves. This is not something that is very noticeable, since neither of them really state it, but it is mentioned by their bishop.

On the bad side, as some of the comments on this movie have stated, WAY too much language for a movie touted as “Christian.” They use the *ss word so many times in the first 5-10 minutes that it is annoying, and I would have been appalled had I gone to see it at the theater. Yes, it has other language that is not needed, as well, but I won’t go into detail about it. I would like to focus somewhat on the good aspects of this movie.

First, we see good friendships that actually help to lead the couple back in the right direction, instead of giving all the bad advice that we so often see in movies. Second, we see a couple that does not want to let the world get in the way of their relationship. Third, we see a pastoral leader that steps up and informs one of the two of a situation that is getting in the way of their relationship, without making them look bad to everyone. That is exactly what we are supposed to do for our fellow brothers and sisters when they are not acting or doing as they should. 2 Timothy 4:2 tells us,

“Preach the Word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage—with great patience and careful instruction.”

My final thoughts on this movie are this: the producer (T.D. Jakes and Curtis Wallace) could have used any other dialog than he did to get the message across without all the language that was present. I know that he was trying to give this movie a “real feel,” but do Christians (or should Christians) talk like this? I think that our “religious community” is still in the process of changing the values of the Bible to blend not only with society but what we want God to accept in our lives.

I liked this film because it shows that marriage is an important thing and that trouble WILL come along at some time to test your love and devotion to one another. It also shows a couple that is willing to try and make it work, even though most people would have already given up. In this day and age, we are so quick to throw in the towel in a marriage, over the little things. I can’t really say that I would recommend this movie to other Christians due to the language, if not for that it is an absolutely wonderful movie with a great storyline and cast. They all blended well and make the film very enjoyable. If a lot of mild language does not bother you, then this will be a good pick, but keep the youngin’s out, as there is language.

Violence: None / Profanity: Moderate / Sex/Nudity: Minor

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