Mama Made the Difference

by T.D. Jakes

From the bestselling author of He-Motions comes a positive and inspirational book of lessons learned from his mother.

In the bestselling The Lady, Her Lover, and Her Lord , Bishop T. D. Jakes examined a woman's most important relationships in with God, with her man, and with herself. In the smash hit He-Motions , he turned his gaze to the hearts and minds of the other sex, offering both insight and empowerment to men and the women who love them.

Now, just in time for Mother's Day 2006, Bishop Jakes brings us a book that celebrates motherhood and promises to be his most intensely personal book yet.

Mama Made the Difference comes straight from the heart of the Jakes family to yours. In his uplifting and powerful voice, Bishop Jakes shares personal stories about growing up in his mother's home, revealing the time-honored lessons and values she taught him. Woven into his personal vignettes are inspirational biblical stories about mothers, heartfelt advice for modern-day moms, and testimonials from other prominent African-American figures about the importance of motherhood.

Driven by the Bible and stories straight from his own life and offering praise, inspiration, and instruction, T. D. Jakes has written a must-have for daughters and sons, brothers and sisters, parents and grandparents-and anyone else who has ever felt the mighty power of a mother's love.

Genres: Parenting, Nonfiction, Christian Living, Spirituality

288 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2006

About the author

Bishop T.D. Jakes is the author of the bestsellers God's Leading Lady; The Lady, Her Lover and Her Lord; Maximize the Moment; The Great Investment; His Lady; Woman, Thou art Loosed (the film of which won the Best Film Award at the Santa Barbara Film Festival) and He-Motions. His daily morning show The Potter's Touch and weekly broadcast The Potter's House air on Trinity Broadcasting Network and Black Entertainment Television, as well as in Europe and South America. Bishop Jakes is the founder and pastor of The Potter's House, one of the fastest-growing churches in the nation, where he leads an interracial congregation of more than 28,000 members. He lives in Dallas with his wife and five children.

Reviews

[Michael · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a very inspiring book about how mothers make a difference in life, it paints a beautiful portrait about the joy of motherhood. I love the testimonies that were given by reading this book, the lessons and the secret prayers. I will recommend this book to everyone, like a gift from above, nothing can compare to a Mother`s love!

[Molly · Rating 4 out of 5]

I learned so much about what mothers pass on to their children, and what my own mother passed on to me. I highly recommend it.

[B-right · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good book!

[Ginta · Rating 5 out of 5]

T.D.Jakes in his own unique way explain what mamas teach to their kids. One of the greatest things mamas teach, is - to believe in ourselves, to be broa- minded, power of words, to be responsible, to love ourselves, to celebrate others, to banish bitterness, to endure, etc. I just got so much encouragement through every page of the book.

[Bonnie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I did not complete reading this book, not because there was anything wrong with it, but because not being a mother myself I wanted to get it into the hands of someone who could really relate with the content. I donated the book.

[Mosimaneotsile Seetelo · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was one of the greatest-books i have read,it was the first-time i read a book written by TD-JAKES and it really was enjoyable.I LOVED IT,CHECK IT OUT IF YOU HAVE'NT.

[Mom2nine · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book also includes letters about their mothers, from prominent people. Great for Mother's Day"

[Niama Perrotte · Rating 5 out of 5]

I liked that this pastor had enough experiences to share with us regarding his family...mom.

A family can help eachother do anything!

[Anne Diouf · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really enjoyed reading this book. So many good examples of what we can learn from our moms.

[Donna Godfrey]

Every mother should read this because it reminds us how much influence we have on our kids lives.

[Rachel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Inspirational book about the importance of mothers with great stories, biblical examples, and prayers.

[Sharon]

very inspirational book on women

[Nelda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Profound! Love it, love it, love it!

[Nora Olmo · Rating 5 out of 5]

T. D. Jakes's series of books are really very educational books... I enjoyed when he said, that daughters should pay attention to men that they date. That they should be treated the same way that their dad's treat them. However, if you don't have a positive male role model in your life you can always read the Bible as a counsel and guidance....our daughters should be treated as queens and our sons as kings....and parents are the first teachers of your children...children always look for examples...and learn from them....he's a wonderful writer...

[Jennifer Spriggs · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good book and very interesting how people shared information about their experience with their mother that was often very personal but encouraging and enlightening. It's amazing how we all often share similar experiences rather they are good, bad or indifferent

[Angela · Rating 5 out of 5]

A keeper! Informative with lots of insights & inspiration. Will definitely read again!

[Bridget Osei-Owusu · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book. I am inspired to make a difference.

[Bridge · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great lessons learned in this book!