Synopses & Reviews
Tired of feeling like no one understands? Look no further.
What does Jesus know about the everyday life of a mom? Plenty! Jill Savage, founder and director of Hearts at Home, introduces the real Jesus to real moms. Through chapters that examine key behaviors and decisions Jesus made during His life on earth, Jill brings those lessons right down to the tiring, laundry-filled, sticky-fingered days every mother knows.
Between the chapters are interactive vignettes that provide brief, refreshing glimpses into real, messy, busy lives. In Real Moms . . . Real Jesus, Jill continually reminds the reader that Jesus is not an unattainable deity, but a Friend who truly understands.
Review
Drawing from the life of Christ and illustrated by examples from her own life, Jill shares practical insight for mothers. She reminds us that in both the daily routines and the crises of life, we have a true Friend who has walked in our shoes and enables us by His grace to follow in His steps.
- Nancy Leigh DeMoss, author, Revive Our Hearts radio host
One word came to me time and time again as I read through the pages of this wonderful book: Complete. Jill Savage has written a spiritually grounded, totally applicable book for the mom who is right now, in the trenches of motherhood. Jill steps in as an honest friend and holds your hand as you make your way through your days. As you read you'll find your soul encouraged and your faith strengthened. Buy the book and make the time to read it. You'll be better for it.
-Susie Larson, author, speaker, frequent radio host
Even on my craziest mom days, I've known Jesus loves me, sustains me, and forgives me. But never once had I realized that he 'got' me--that He understood what a day being tugged at, called for, and clung to was like. So when Jill shows us that Jesus indeed gets how trying our lives as mothers can be, it was news to me. But just like everything else with Jesus, it was Good News! Every mom needs to read this book. Discovering that Jesus is indeed a 'Friend who understands' changed my perspective on mothering and expanded my friendship with Jesus. What a wonderful book!
-Caryn Dahlstrand Rivadeniera, mother of three, columnist for Today's Christian Woman, and author of Mama's Got a Fake ID
I laughed. I cried. I was thankful for a 'Real Mom' named Jill who took the time to encourage other moms to find a 'Real Friend' in the 'Real Jesus.' Every chapter was a treat to read! Dive into the pages of this book and revive a friendship you may have had for days, weeks, months, or years...or maybe establish a brand new one.
-Kendra Smiley, conference speaker and author of the PARENTING LIKE A PRO series (parentinglikeapro.com)
Jill Savage has unlocked the secret of sanity for mothers worldwide! I agree with Jill that the Real Jesus is the one vital relationship that makes all other relationships work well. Every mom will find solid practical help and hope on the pages of Real Moms...Real Jesus. If every mother owned this book there would be many more happy moms, kids, and husbands!
-Pam Farrel, bestselling author of Men are like Waffles, Women are like Spaghetti, 10 Best Decisions a Parent Can Make and Got Teens?
Synopsis
Savage introduces the real Jesus to moms by examining key behaviors and decisions Jesus made during his life, to remind readers that Jesus is not an unattainable deity, but a friend.
About the Author
JILL SAVAGE is an author and speaker who is passionate about encouraging moms. She is the author of six books including Real Moms...Real Jesus, Professionalizing Motherhood, My Hearts At Home, and Is There Really Sex After Kids? Featured in Focus on the Family, Today's Christian Woman magazine, and Family Life Today, Jill is the founder and Executive Director of Hearts at Home, an organization designed to encourage, educate, and equip women in the profession of motherhood. Jill and her husband, Mark, have five children and make their home in Normal, Illinois.
Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS
You Are Not Alone
Perspective: How can God understand?
Chapter 1: Discover God's Truth: Jesus served/The truth about serving
Perspective: Help, everyone wants a piece of me!
Chapter 2: Discover God's Truth: Jesus worshiped/The truth about worship
Perspective: Can I please go to the bathroom alone?
Chapter 3: Discover God's Truth: Jesus was compassionate and tender/The truth about a gentle spirit
Perspective: I'm in high demand
Chapter 4: Discover God's Truth: Jesus was angry/The truth about boundaries
Perspective: Is there such a thing as uninterrupted sleep?
Chapter 5: Discover God's Truth: Jesus sacrificed/The truth about sacrifice
Perspective: I'm dealing with obedience around every corner!
Chapter 6: Discover God's Truth: Jesus forgave/The truth about forgiveness
Perspective: I'm so tired
Chapter 7: Discover God's Truth: Jesus taught/The truth about leading our children
Perspective: I feel like I'm on display
Chapter 8: Discover God's Truth: Jesus was confident/The truth about our identity
Perspective: I feel betrayed
Chapter 9: Discover God's Truth: Jesus was tempted/The truth about temptation
Perspective: I'm disappointed
Chapter 10: Discover God's Truth: Jesus wept/The truth about our emotions
Perspective: I didn't do it!
Chapter 11: Discover God's Truth: Jesus prayed/The truth about prayer
Perspective: There's never enough money, time, or me to go around!
Chapter 12: Discover God's Truth: Jesus trusted/The truth about faith
Perspective: I need a break!
Chapter 13: Discover God's Truth: Jesus let go/The truth about surrendering
Discussion Guide
A Note from the Author
About Hearts at Home