https://afr.net/podcasts/hannahs-heart/en-usCopyright (c)2009-2026 AFA.net. All rights reserved.A publication of American Family Association / American Family RadioAmerican Family AssociationHannah’s Heart is a half hour program to encourage couples walking through infertility and miscarriage. It’s about clinging to Christ, the ultimate hope and finding peace and joy in the midst of the journey. Hosted by AFA’s very own Anne Cockrell and Kendra White.Hannah’s Heart is a half hour program to encourage couples walking through infertility and miscarriage. It’s about clinging to Christ, the ultimate hope and finding peace and joy in the midst of the journey. Hosted by AFA’s very own Anne Cockrell and Kendra White.American Family Associationafadeveloper@gmail.comno91172Hannah's HeartJulie West and Savannah Tucker tell their stories about how God led them to start a ministry to families of children with disabilities.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20260404.mp3Sat, 04 Apr 2026 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0091077Hannah's HeartAnne and Kendra share their testimonies of coming to know Jesus as their Lord and Savior as well as talking infertility during the Easter season. Spring brings all the feels as we see every animal ready to have babies and we are still waiting, but because He lives we can face tomorrow. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20260328.mp3Sat, 28 Mar 2026 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0090964Hannah's HeartAndrea Powell returns to the program with an update on continuing challenges to motherhood after child loss.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20260321.mp3Sat, 21 Mar 2026 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0090865Hannah's HeartPresident Trump's mention of IVF during the recent State of the Union address has led to a renewed interest in the subject.  Anne and Kendra discuss the issues and ethics of invitro fertilization.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20260314.mp3Sat, 14 Mar 2026 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0090745Hannah's HeartAnne welcomes her friend, John Darnell, into the studio to talk about the missionary sending agency Global Outreach.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20260307.mp3Sat, 07 Mar 2026 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0090678Hannah's HeartWhen Kelly lost her own sweet baby, something inside her snapped. She’d always been prolife but now the desire to defend and protect the unborn was burning inside her. Some may say she was just a stay at home mom. But when she said “yes” to Jesus, she started on an incredible journey. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20260228.mp3Sat, 28 Feb 2026 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0090579Hannah's HeartKim Smith tells her story of infertility which lasted 11 years and included miscarriages. That struggle led Kim and her husband to pursue adoption, and their adoption journey led Kim to start an adoption consulting agency, Cradled in Grace.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20260221.mp3Sat, 21 Feb 2026 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0090473Hannah's HeartAnne and Kendra react to some exciting, terrifying, wonderful, awful news stories about whats going on in the world of fertility medicine. Links to articles below: https://www.heritage.org/life/commentary/designer-embryos-and-kids-born-the-dna-throuple-parents-understanding-the-depraved https://www.cbsnews.com/boston/video/three-parent-ivf-leads-to-birth-of-8-healthy-babies-without-mitochondrial-disease/ https://www.liveaction.org/news/preemie-born-22-weeks-miracle?fbclid=IwY2xjawP5nKVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETExeWl1Z0swWU1MckVRSHAxc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHko4_uqm5gOb_-_asZt5zstxHlxwLHzQKrWAmrQNadwHiNephyJx4TlhDyDP_aem_SOjsT0FW6_G8--Bcw47k3w https://www.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1327754086057474&id=100064686851503&mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=GgORjdyLwE4FBN8B# https://www.facebook.com/groups/252029351211252/posts/686774627736720/ https://www.liveaction.org/news/beautiful-family-photos-feature-baby-boy-who-had-prenatal-spina-bifida-surgery https://www.liveaction.org/news/embryos-ivf-killed-worn-jewelry https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20260214.mp3Sat, 14 Feb 2026 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0090341Hannah's Heartguest Ashley Opliger, author of the book, Cradled in Hope, returns to dicuss her chapter about about spiritual warfare after childloss.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20260207.mp3Sat, 07 Feb 2026 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0090281Hannah's HeartKelly’s precious baby girl died in her sleep at only 6 months old. And yet….somehow through God’s grace and a whole lot of worship music, this precious family has found peace in the storm. Kelly offers so much encouragement for any mom who has faced child loss. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20260131.mp3Sat, 31 Jan 2026 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0090192Hannah's HeartAnne and Kendra talk with You are My Miracle author Alice Matagora. The book, written for children, helps parents explain to their kids their efforts and strong desire to have a baby.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20260124.mp3Sat, 24 Jan 2026 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0090132Hannah's HeartSabrina and Jase Wilbanks join Anne and Kendra to tell their story of a miracle birth after her water broke at just 17 weeks. Doctors strongly recommended abortion or induced labor. But the Wilbanks chose the 3rd option: go home and pray for a miracle.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20260117.mp3Sat, 17 Jan 2026 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0090042Hannah's HeartKristen McDaniel joins us to discuss nutrition and dietary dos and don'ts for someone struggling with infertility and PCOS. We hope you learn a lot and get encouraged for healthy habits for the new year!https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20260110.mp3Sat, 10 Jan 2026 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0089883Hannah's HeartMercy Like Morning author Jane Johnson shares her story as she prepares to be the keynote speaker at our first ever Hannah's Heart Conference beginning January 30, 2026. Learn more and register for the conference at AFA.net/Events.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20251220.mp3Sat, 20 Dec 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0090043Hannah's HeartMercy Like Morning author Jane Johnson shares her story as she prepares to be the keynote speaker at our first ever Hannah's Heart Conference beginning January 30, 2026. Learn more and register for the conference at AFA.net/Events.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20251220.mp3Sat, 20 Dec 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0089706Hannah's HeartIdeally, the holidays bring joy and togetherness, but for many people the holidays are a painful reminder of unmet expectation, family loss and other things. Anne and Kendra offer godly encouragement for the holidays.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20251213.mp3Sat, 13 Dec 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0089587Hannah's HeartKendra and Anne talk with Jenn Fowler, author of the book, "how Can I Not.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20251206.mp3Sat, 06 Dec 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0089325Hannah's HeartToday on Hannah’s Heart, Kendall shares her story of loss and hope. In a single moment, her life changed—turning her from new wife to widow. She reflects on the deep love she shared with her first husband and how his memory still lives on each day. Now, through God’s grace, Kendall is walking in a new chapter with a husband who honors both her heart and the life she lost.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20251122.mp3Sat, 22 Nov 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0089295Hannah's HeartBev Johnson's 9th child, Verity, was diagnosed before birth with Edwards Syndrome, a condition many doctors consider incompatible with life. Even so, Beverly and her husband fell in love with Verity and let her live. They even started a ministry, Mama Bear Care, which provides support for families who receive a life-limiting diagnosis for their babies from diagnosis to delivery and beyond.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20251115.mp3Sat, 15 Nov 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0089188Hannah's HeartLauren Daniel’s second baby, Eden, died before birth. Although the loss was no fault of her own, Lauren experienced anger and shame. God brought her through her struggle and has used her pain to encourage other women.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20251108.mp3Sat, 08 Nov 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0089113Hannah's HeartQuinet and Ari Tukes found the answer to their prayers in Christian adoption assistance programs, and now their baby Hannah is a talking, praying toddler.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20251101.mp3Sat, 01 Nov 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0089007Hannah's Heart“You are not broken!” Alex told his wife and suddenly Jamie began to weep. Long ago, a doctor had harshly told her that she would never conceive due to her autoimmune disease; and his words had clung to her like chains. But the God who knit Jamie together in her own mother’s womb had something miraculous in store for her. Listen to the Lee family as they share their story of infertility, loss, surrender and trusting God in the face of impossible odds. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20251025.mp3Sat, 25 Oct 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0088921Hannah's Heart“You are not broken!” Alex told his wife and suddenly Jamie began to weep. Long ago, a doctor had harshly told her that she would never conceive due to her autoimmune disease; and his words had clung to her like chains. But the God who knit Jamie together in her own mother’s womb had something miraculous in store for her. Listen to the Lee family as they share their story of infertility, loss, surrender and trusting God in the face of impossible odds.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20251018.mp3Sat, 18 Oct 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0088799Hannah's HeartOctober is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness. Kendra and Anne share from their personal stories of loss and how they have clung to Christ along the way.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20251011.mp3Sat, 11 Oct 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0088751Hannah's HeartWill and Bethany Whitfield join us to share about their sweet Benjamin. At Bethany’s anatomy scan she found out information about her sweet baby that no parent ever imagines they will hear. Will and Bethany were faced with decisions they didn’t ever picture as being part of their story. Follow along to hear how Jesus answered prayers even in the midst of the worst days. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20251004.mp3Sat, 04 Oct 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0088657Hannah's HeartWill and Bethany Whitfield join us to share about their sweet Benjamin. At Bethany’s anatomy scan she found out information about her sweet baby that no parent ever imagines they will hear. Will and Bethany were faced with decisions they didn’t ever picture as being part of their story. Follow along to hear how Jesus answered prayers even in the midst of the worst days. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250927.mp3Sat, 27 Sep 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0088567Hannah's HeartPastor Matt Powell comes on to talk about the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk. Pastor Matt shares the heaviness that we as fellow believers have felt over Kirk’s death, but also the celebration of death we have seen since September 10. We discuss how the evilness of it all feels like a weight more than we can carry. Pastor Matt shares some personal testimony of loss and the physical and spiritual effects this broken world has caused him and his family. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250920.mp3Sat, 20 Sep 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0088391Hannah's HeartBeka Clayton lost her baby, Miles, when she was just 19 weeks pregnant. But her story on social medial has helped other grieving mothers, including co-host Anne Cockrell.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250913.mp3Sat, 13 Sep 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0088390Hannah's HeartBeka Clayton lost her baby, Miles, when she was just 19 weeks pregnant. But her story on social medial has helped other grieving mothers, including co-host Anne Cockrell.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250906.mp3Sat, 06 Sep 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0088401Hannah's HeartEmily Lott comes on to tell her story of infertility and multiple losses. She shares intimate details of what her losses were to walk through and how she finally came to a point of full surrender to the Lord. She shares how when she “got out of the way” the Lord began His amazing work in her life. We learn such encouraging information about adoption fundraisers and look forward to having Emily back on with an update of how the Lord continues to work through her story.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250830.mp3Sat, 30 Aug 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0088195Hannah's HeartThis week, Anne and Kendra introduce the second annual Bibles for Babies campaign. This campaign started in 2024 in memory of Anne’s baby John-Micah, who passed away in 2023. This gives moms an opportunity to honor their babies in heaven by donating in their memory, and providing a New Beginners Bible for moms with unexpected pregnancies at Parkgate Pregnancy center. https://afr.net/biblesforbabies https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250823.mp3Sat, 23 Aug 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0088125Hannah's HeartHannah Meador comes on to share about her very recent loss. She opens up about feeling like she doesn’t deserve to grieve for this baby because she was “so early” and she already has one healthy baby. If you’ve walked through loss at any point you know this is not the case. One early loss is a life that was loss way too soon. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250816.mp3Sat, 16 Aug 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0088013Hannah's HeartWalk with you advocates for families navigating the death of a child to ensure families can honor their child’s life in a way that leave no room for regrets.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250809.mp3Sat, 09 Aug 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0187813Hannah's HeartAFA’s own Ed and Dianne Vitagliano come on to share their story of loss. Dianne experienced loss many years ago, however, she was willing to share how that loss still affects her today. Ed mentions how one thing he would change in his life would be to have more children and wonders who that little baby would be today. Ed and Dianne walked through loss when it was not a popular subject to bring up at the dinner table. She shares how that impacted her and how she was able to grieve the life of her unborn baby. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250802.mp3Sat, 02 Aug 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0087812Hannah's HeartAshley O joins us for a second time to tell more about her book, Cradled and Hope, that was recently released. It is a book written in memory of her sweet baby Bridget, who passed away in 2014. Ashley desires to encourage other loss moms to clean to Jesus as they walk through the unimaginable loss of a child. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250726.mp3Sat, 26 Jul 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0087785Hannah's HeartThe doctors warned Ashley her baby may be stillborn. Ashley's mother responded to God's prompting and turned a knit baby blanket into a tiny crib for baby Bridgette. Even though the baby went to Heaven before she was born, the crib added some dignity to a tragic situation. Now, hospitals everywhere are requesting knit cribs for premature and stillborn babies, and Bridgette's memory lives on.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250719.mp3Sat, 19 Jul 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0087580Hannah's HeartJackie Gibson returns for a part two of her story to continue her story of child loss. She shares about special ways she remembers her sweet Leila and encourages others to make ways to remember their babies in heaven. Jackie’s husband has also authored a childrens’ book to help siblings after loss. The Moon is Always Round is a precious book to honor Leila and also help children understand that God is always good even when life doesn’t feel too good. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250712.mp3Sat, 12 Jul 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0087534Hannah's HeartAuthor and mother, Jackie Gibson comes on to share her personal story of loss. She knows all too well what tragedy looks like when it comes to losing a baby. She honors her sweet baby girl, Leila’s, story throughout her interview. In her book, Jackie invites women to cling to the Lord as they walk through the hardest days of their life. She is an inspiration to anyone who knows what it’s like to say goodbye to their baby before they ever get to say “Hello.” https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250705.mp3Sat, 05 Jul 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0087398Hannah's HeartMary Todd Gordon continues her story of God's grace after her reality was shaken by postpartum psychosis.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250628.mp3Sat, 28 Jun 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0087397Hannah's HeartWe have touched on the subject of postpartum depression from time to time. This discussion deals with the very real issue of postpartum psychosis. Our guest Mary Todd Gordon shares how God intervened after this issue strained her marriage and threatened her family's wellbeing.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250621.mp3Sat, 21 Jun 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0087291Hannah's HeartWomen waiting to be moms may idealize motherhood in their imaginations. But, new mothers may be surprised to find that, in reality, children are sinners, just like the rest of us. It seems they have an in-born capacity for naughtiness. Kendra and Anne discuss the patience, creativity and prayer required to deal with their children's sin nature.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250614.mp3Sat, 14 Jun 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0087200Hannah's HeartNothing could prepare Rebecca Davis for the moment they couldn't find a heartbeat on the ultrasound. But one sweet couple who acknowledged their loss brought encouragement and kindness in an unexpected and small way. This powerful episode explores Rebecca's story as she reflects on her miscarriage from many years ago. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250607.mp3Sat, 07 Jun 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0087059Hannah's HeartPastor Andrew Maddox gives some helpful hints to churches which would like to help local foster care workers, parents and children. Pastor Andrew found and excellent use for spare space in the church and now the entire foster care community in his area is benefitting from the Wrap Closet of Giles County.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250531.mp3Sat, 31 May 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0087036Hannah's HeartLindsey Chaney tells her storyhttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250524.mp3Sat, 24 May 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0086884Hannah's HeartNatalie Ritchiehttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250517.mp3Sat, 17 May 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0086691Hannah's HeartAnne and Kendra welcome guests Emily Brooks and Lauren Watson into the studio and discuss emotions of moms or people hoping to become moms as Mothers Day approaches.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250503.mp3Sat, 03 May 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0086581Hannah's HeartAdopting or fostering older children can be intimidating but oh it can be so rewarding! Dave White is a licensed therapist who adopted three older children. He shares practical tips from his own journey and encourages others to consider this important kingdom work.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250426.mp3Sat, 26 Apr 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0086580Hannah's HeartAdopting or fostering older children can be intimidating but oh it can be so rewarding! Dave White is a licensed therapist who adopted three older children. He shares practical tips from his own journey and encourages others to consider this important kingdom work.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250419.mp3Sat, 19 Apr 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0086435Hannah's HeartChristian singer/song writer, Phil King, comes on to talk about his brand new single called “Miscarriages.” Phil shares his heart behind the song and, although, miscarriage is not part of his or his wife’s story he knew there was a need to minister to those who have walked through miscarriages. After a friend lost their baby, Phil wrote this song as a tribute to that sweet life that was gone too soon. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250412.mp3Sat, 12 Apr 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0086394Hannah's HeartRyan and Kelsi tell the rest of the story of their tragic loss and then talk about the ministry that resulted from that loss.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250405.mp3Sat, 05 Apr 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0086168Hannah's HeartIn this episode Anne and her husband Will discuss child loss with a couple who know the feelings all too well. Ryan and Kelsi Cole share intimate details of what they walked through as a couple and as individuals after their son, Witson, passed away at 38 weeks. Ryan gives a unique and needed view of what loss is like from a father’s and husband’s perspective. So much attention is placed on the mother of the baby who passed (and that is so needed) however, the dads grieve as well. Ryan shares how he felt the need to be completely available to his wife, but wondered how he was supposed to grieve the loss of their sweet baby also.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250329.mp3Sat, 29 Mar 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0086003Hannah's HeartThis episode we continue the Carters’ story of loss but learn just how God can redeem our losses in this world if we let him. We learned about the ministries that were started after their daughter, Katie Beth, unexpectedly passed away. The Carters now travel to many states to offer hope through Jesus and walk with other parents who have experienced a child passing away. We also learned about a ministry that was founded in memory of KB in Nicaragua and how many children receive their education through that ministry. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250322.mp3Sat, 22 Mar 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0086002Hannah's HeartJason and Amy Carter come on to share their tragic story of loss and how the Lord has never their side through it all. We talk about their book which was inspired by their daughter, Katie Beth and discuss what inspired the cover of their book- smashed bricks and an acorn. We learn about their sweet KB who is remembered most for how she “Lived and loved well.” Ministries mentioned in the show: www.liveandloveministries.com www.whilewerewaiting.org www.lb4c.org https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250315.mp3Sat, 15 Mar 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0085955Hannah's HeartAfter having one miracle baby through minimal stimulation ivf, Kendra immediately knew she wanted to have another. But trusting God through the details is hard! In this episode, kendra discusses her fertility treatments to expand her family, her difficult pregnancy and all the "God winks" she experienced along the way. ”https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250308.mp3Sat, 08 Mar 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0085835Hannah's HeartThis is the story of Pastor Andrew who's creative use of available space grew into a ministry with multiple churches helping several foster care agencies. It's another beautiful example of the difference one man can make.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250301.mp3Sat, 01 Mar 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0085754Hannah's HeartThis week we continue our discussion of human trafficking with Colleen Fabling who is the safe house ministry director with Eight Days of Hope. She shares how the church can get involved with their ministry of building and maintaining safe houses for women and children who have been rescued. https://eightdaysofhope.com/what-we-do/safe-house-ministry/ https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250222.mp3Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0085677Hannah's HeartColleen Fabling comes on to speak with Anne and Kendra about the fastest growing crime in America- Human Trafficking. If we say we care about the sanctity of human life, then we must care about the horrific cases of Human trafficking. We know that it is hard to listen to and to think about, but extremely needed. She shares unbelievable statistics and how we as the Body of Christ can get involved and what signs to look for.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250215.mp3Sat, 15 Feb 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0085569Hannah's HeartWe continue this week with Emily Burns' story of infertility which led to two wonderful adoptions that made her family whole. She discusses what those adoptions looked like for her family and how the Lord was in every single detail. As we see over and over, the Lord is always there to heal the broken (and infertile) heart.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250208.mp3Sat, 08 Feb 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0085463Hannah's HeartEmily Burns shares her story of what it was like to become a stepmom and how that little girl became a little girl she loved like her own. However, Emily still desired to carry a baby of her own. Unfortunately, a few years after becoming a stepmom she was given the news no woman wants to hear. Infertility made its way into her story, but that’s not where her story ends.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250201.mp3Sat, 01 Feb 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0085209Hannah's HeartRicky and Cathy Cockrell (Anne’s in-laws) come on to discuss what loosing a grandchild was like. They share the grief that they-as grandparents of the baby who passed away- still struggle with but also what it was like to watch their son walk through such awful loss. They recount what that day was like for them and give a little advice to grandparents who may, unfortunately, experience this same situation one day. They also share how they as a family remember John-Micah and keep his memory alive. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250125.mp3Sat, 25 Jan 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0085208Hannah's HeartAnne Cockrell and her husband, Will, recount what walking through infertility was like for Will. What it looks like for a husband to support his wife during such rough times. How husbands just want to “fix it” and what that looks like when you can’t immediately give your wife the baby she’s desiring. How a husband’s desire for a baby may look different than his wife’s desire. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250118.mp3Sat, 18 Jan 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0085043Hannah's HeartFollowing an appearance by our host, Anne, on Jeff Chamblee's radio show, The Stand, in a blatant act of cross promotion (lol), Jeff agreed to be a guest on Hannah's Heart.  Actually, Jeff and his wife also have an interesting story of reproductive challenges.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250111.mp3Sat, 11 Jan 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0084971Hannah's HeartAfter experiencing a stillbirth or other gestational loss, a mother may not be emotionally equipped to plan a memorial ceremony or funeral for that precious baby. Suzane Walker volunteered to help Anne and her family and did a masterful job at honoring the short life of John Micah Cockerell.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20250104.mp3Sat, 04 Jan 2025 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0085083Hannah's HeartAnne continues her conversation with Dani Cap as Dani tells her story of loss and God's role in their journey.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20241228.mp3Sat, 28 Dec 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0084798Hannah's HeartDani and her husband have walked through infertility for eight years now. Multiple surgeries, adoption, a surprise pregnancy, and then a loss are just a few things they have walked through together. They have grown closer to the Lord and closer to each other even though they’ve walked through such hard things. She continues to lead others to the Lord by her blog and instagram, as_im_waitinghttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20241221.mp3Sat, 21 Dec 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0084783Hannah's HeartKendra returns briefly from maternity leave to discuss with Anne the challenges a couple dealing with loss or infertility may deal with especially at Christmas time.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20241214.mp3Sat, 14 Dec 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0084598Hannah's HeartSharon Aikmen continues her story and shares about her children she has adopted through foster care. She also shares about her new book that tells her wonderful God-filled story. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20241207.mp3Sat, 07 Dec 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5784494Hannah's HeartYears and years passed with what felt like no answered prayers and the Lord being silent to Sharon. However, the Lord is always working things out for our good. Sharon shares how through heartache she grew closer to the Lord and has now been able to mother 19 children and even to adopt 9. What a testimony Sharon shares with us. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20241130.mp3Sat, 30 Nov 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0084357Hannah's HeartThe holidays are a difficult time when you are struggling to conceive, and when Thanksgiving rolls around the enemy can make you feel like you don’t have anything to be thankful for! https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20241123.mp3Sat, 23 Nov 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0084328Hannah's HeartJoin the Morgans as they share their journey with infertility — multiple IUIs, applying for foster care starting on the road to NaPro (Natural Procreative Technology) and ultimately conceiving naturally without intervention. And how prayer has held them together through it all! https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20241116.mp3Sat, 16 Nov 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0084231Hannah's HeartEmmie Chavers continues to share about her little guy with disabilities and shares how those disabilities led to her seeking out help from a ministry a few states away. While she was there the Lord spoke to her, and now that same type of ministry is just a few miles away. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20241109.mp3Sat, 09 Nov 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0084137Hannah's HeartInfertility doesn’t play a part in Emmie’s story, but lots of challenges have come her way through rare diagnosis in her youngest son. She and her family have had to lean on the Lord and each other as they have had to be advocates for this little boy. Not many specialists even knew how to diagnose such a rare condition. Emmie shares some of her everyday struggles of parenting a little with disabilities and also shares how that same little guy is one of her biggest blessings.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20241102.mp3Sat, 02 Nov 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0084068Hannah's HeartIn 1 Samuel we meet a woman named Hannah who struggled with infertility. She poured her heart out to God in prayer and God heard her! The Hannah’s Heart show and podcast was named after this amazing woman and was launched three years ago. In today’s episode Anne and Kendra share deeper insights into Hannah’s story and also talk about how hosting the show has forever impacted their lives. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20241026.mp3Sat, 26 Oct 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0083911Hannah's HeartDid you know that EVERY major diaper company is pro choice and supports the abortion industry either financially or ideologically? It makes no sense that they would want to kill their clientele but sadly it’s true. Society acts like children are a huge burden and that it is almost shameful to want them! This can be particularly upsetting for godly Christian couples struggling to conceive. The good news is….someone is doing something about it! Don’t miss this eye-opening interview with Sarah Gabel Seifert, the president and co-founder of Everylife- the only prolife diaper company around! https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20241019.mp3Sat, 19 Oct 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0083806Hannah's HeartMarie isn’t just a licensed counselor. She has also personally experienced the stress and anxiety of infertility. She now owns her own practice and helps others everyday. In this episode she shares several practical grounding techniques and tips for stress management to help couples deal with the pressures surrounding infertility. Oh and did I mention that she loves Jesus with all her heart? Every tip and trick is based in research and built on a Biblical worldview. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20241012.mp3Sat, 12 Oct 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0083746Hannah's HeartMarie was desperate to have a baby. It was all she could think about. Even when an emergency medical situation landed her in the hospital, she wasn’t worried about living–just whether or not she could still have a child after the procedure. Chaos and anxiety ruled in her mind…. until one day God captured her heart and filled her with a genuine joy and contentment that cannot be explained. Don’t miss her powerful story! https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20241005.mp3Sat, 05 Oct 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0083639Hannah's HeartAfter 13 years of infertility and multiple rounds of fertility treatments, Allyn Ann was blessed with two precious children of her own. Now she has started a non profit to help other families afford treatments that help build families. To find out more about the grant process, visit defiantlyhopeful.orghttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240928.mp3Sat, 28 Sep 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0083554Hannah's HeartInfertility and child loss never seems to stop affecting you. It even impacts the way we mother! Host Anne Cockrell returns from maternity leave to discuss having another baby after infant loss and some of the beautiful “God winks” that helped heal her heart as she welcomed baby Nora into the family.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240921.mp3Sat, 21 Sep 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0083204Hannah's HeartHaving medical problems or a disability not only makes trying to conceive difficult, it can also fill couples with a lot of fear about parenting. Kendra and her husband Eric discuss Eric’s disability and how God has used it to make him more like Jesus. They also discuss how they have overcome many parenting obstacles through God’s power and grace.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240914.mp3Sat, 14 Sep 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0083203Hannah's Heart“When I thought I would be chained to my grief the rest of my life and I would just be "stuck" forever, our good God broke those chains and gave me true freedom in my grief.” These are powerful words from Stephanie Moeknkoff who lost her precious baby girl at just 32 weeks. Listen as she tells the powerful story of God rescuing her from the shell of a person she had become and allowing her to find freedom in the middle of her grief.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240907.mp3Sat, 07 Sep 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0083198Hannah's HeartBeckett’s Blessing Box is a nonprofit organization that supports families who’ve lost a baby or child. It was founded in 2021 after Taylor and Linlee Morton lost their first son, Beckett to a placental abruption. Their mission and prayer is that these boxes provide comfort and tangible resources to help families grieve well while pointing them to Jesus in the midst of their heartbreak.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240831.mp3Sat, 31 Aug 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0083197Hannah's HeartAfter 4 failed IUIs, a failed round of IVF, an ectopic pregnancy and a failed embryo adoption– Meagan and her husband were left wondering if they’d heard correctly from God. Somehow in the middle of all the closed doors and heartache, the Pearsons found peace and a path forward.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240824.mp3Sat, 24 Aug 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0082995Hannah's HeartYahweh Jireh is a Hebrew phrase that means “the Lord will provide.” Kendra and Jade discuss how anyone struggling with infertility can turn to the Lord to provide physical and emotional needs in the middle of the storm. They study the powerful story of Abraham offering his son Isaac on the alter where the phrase comes from. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240817.mp3Sat, 17 Aug 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0082994Hannah's HeartAdoption is a sacred and holy calling. But it’s not without its difficult moments when you lock yourself in the bathroom to cry for a few minutes while setting a timer! Kenzie Killough knows all about the extremely high highs and the very low lows of adoption and she is passionate about sharing her powerful story with others to encourage others on their journey. Don’t miss this episode.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240810.mp3Sat, 10 Aug 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0082910Hannah's HeartKendra and her Mom discuss the Hebrew name of God “Yahweh -Shalom: The Lord is Peace” and discuss how couples can find peace in the middle of infertility and miscarriage. This powerful name of God comes from the story of Giddeon during a time when Israel was terrified of its enemies and oppressed in many ways. Despite our circumstances, we can know the God of peace! https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240803.mp3Sat, 03 Aug 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0082782Hannah's HeartDr. Jessica Peck, host of Dr. Nurse Mama on AFR, shares her own personal story of suffering 3 miscarriages and raising a son with severe medical issues as well as 3 other healthy children. Anyone struggling with grief will be encouraged by this powerful story as Dr. Nurse Mama points them to her ultimate source of strength–Jesus Christ.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240727.mp3Sat, 27 Jul 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0082730Hannah's HeartBibles for babies is a week-long initiative to raise funds for mamas who chose life for their babies. This is in honor of John-Micah Cockrill (Anne’s precious baby who left this world too soon) and for all mommas who have lost a child. Anne and Kendra want to encourage couples struggling with infertility or child loss to selflessly serve others in the middle of their deep grief. A one-time gift of $10 will provide one new Bible for a precious new life on the way. Call after Sunday July 21st at 877-616-2396. Or Give online at: afr.net/biblesforbabies https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240720.mp3Sat, 20 Jul 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0082557Hannah's HeartThere’s adoption….and then there is what Tami and Ronny Young did! They felt called to adopt an international sibling group who did not speak English! Despite the huge cultural differences and many other challenges, the Youngs formed a beautiful and love-filled family! They share many helpful resources for anyone considering international adoption.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240713.mp3Sat, 13 Jul 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0082492Hannah's HeartThis episode was recorded live from the NICU with returning guest Lauren Bragg as she shares the heartbreaking journey of a son born way too early and a family at home missing their mama while little Archie fought for his life and slowly met every milestone. Lauren felt guilty no matter where she was and needed God to sustain her every single day of this ongoing journey. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240706.mp3Sat, 06 Jul 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0082427Hannah's HeartCourtney always wanted to be a mama. And not long after she got married, she saw those two pink lines! But all the joyous celebration came crashing down one night when she had an early miscarriage. She was filled with anger towards God and had so many questions. And yet…by the grace of God she found a power not her own to sustain her and help her find peace and acceptance. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240629.mp3Sat, 29 Jun 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0082343Hannah's HeartAustin Brooks and his wife Emily are passionate about adoption and have adopted two precious children of their own. So naturally, they were heartbroken when they learned about how many babies are abandoned in the United States every year. But fortunately, there is now a secure, safe way for women who find themselves in unwanted pregnancies to legally surrender their newborns anonymously so they can be placed with loving adoptive families. As the director of American Family Studios, Austin produced a powerful documentary about a ministry called Safe Haven Baby Boxes and worked hard in his own community to bring one of these boxes to a fire station in Tupelo, Ms. https://www.shbb.org https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240622.mp3Sat, 22 Jun 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0082185Hannah's HeartAfter years of infertility, the Hursts were overjoyed to find out that Sheila was pregnant! But everything came crashing down when they discovered the pregnancy was ectopic and Sheila’s life was in danger. The Hursts share how they turned their own grief into a ministry of prayer and fasting for other couples. They also talk about their journey to discover natural procreative technology– a process that finally led to treatment of underlying medical issues. They are still waiting for God to show them the next steps in their story and are actively waiting on a God of miracles. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240615.mp3Sat, 15 Jun 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0082184Hannah's Heart“Unexplained infertility” is a frustrating diagnosis. Just ask the Hurst family! Having completed six failed cycles of IUI, this precious couple faced so much pressure on their marriage and was left disappointed and filled with so many questions for the God they’ve always loved and served. Their journey of faith is a powerful testimony you won’t want to miss! https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240608.mp3Sat, 08 Jun 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0082026Hannah's HeartChristian couples who are praying about doing IVF have a lot to think about. One ethical dilemma that often comes up is the industry push for genetic testing of embryos. But what is PGT-A? Is it reliable and most importantly….is it ethical? Rejoice Fertility Medical Director Dr. John Gordon joins the ladies of Hannah’s Heart to break down this very important issue!https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240601.mp3Sat, 01 Jun 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0081928Hannah's HeartBecause of some health concerns from her doctor, Olivia was told she should not pursue having another biological baby. After handling that devastating news, she and her husband, Chris knew they still wanted to grow their family. The Lord laid Foster Care on their hearts, and their lives have been changed ever since. They've gone through ups and downs, but now are in the process of their second adoption through Foster Care. Join us as Olivia shares her heart on how God’s plans are always better than our own.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240525.mp3Sat, 25 May 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0081802Hannah's HeartTackling foster care with a significant other is a challenge in itself, but being willing to commit to foster care as a single lady is a whole other commitment. Lane put her worries aside and trusted in Jesus to see her through what she thought would be a temporary thing, but turns out it was forever 💙 Listen and be encouraged as you hear how Lane leaned on the Lord (and her sweet support system) to see her through. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240518.mp3Sat, 18 May 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0081643Hannah's HeartMother’s Day is an important day to honor all the hard-working moms out there. But when your heart desperately longs to be a mom, that day is filled with grief and overwhelming moments of emotion. How do we honor God and other moms in the midst of so much pain? Jade joins Anne and Kendra for this very special discussion packed with powerful truths from God’s word.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240511.mp3Sat, 11 May 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0081642Hannah's HeartFrom empty arms….to 5 boys in about 3 years! Kristen Meeks and her husband had no idea that saying yes to God would bring five of the most wild, hilarious and precious gifts they would ever receive. May is Foster Care Awareness month! Keep listening for more episodes from amazing foster families.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240504.mp3Sat, 04 May 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0081479Hannah's HeartForeign Adoption is not for the faint of heart–long waits, crazy and eye-opening trips to foreign countries, culture shock and a lot of transitions. But it’s also one of the most rewarding and beautiful experiences of a lifetime. Jessica and Spencer Gray share about their amazing trips to South Korea and the miraculous story of God’s sustaining power that brought their miracle daughter Evelyn into their lives. You can listen to part one of of Jessica and Spencer’s story here: https://afr.net/podcasts/hannah-s-heart/2022/05-may/jessica-spencer-s-story/ https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240427.mp3Sat, 27 Apr 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0081475Hannah's HeartPaige Curbow was a planner. But after years of trying to conceive, nothing was going according to plan! It wasn’t until one summer when she said “Ok, God not my way but…. yours” that things started happening. On a busy church van filled with youth, a random chaperone announced “Does anyone know someone who needs a baby?” And the miracle story started to unfold! https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240420.mp3Sat, 20 Apr 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0081414Hannah's HeartWhen you’re trying to have a baby, it’s easy to let your heart get carried away daydreaming of the “one days” and thinking of future baby names. But infertility is cruel and living in a fallen, broken world constantly reminds us that nothing— not even having children is for certain. But one thing in this world is constant. You can take it to the bank. God is faithful, loving, merciful and just and His character and nature will not change. In this episode, Anne and Kendra start a new series exploring the Hebrew names of God and the powerful eternal truth wrapped up in each name/title. Truths that can carry you through any disappointment or season of life. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240413.mp3Sat, 13 Apr 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0081174Hannah's HeartThe amazing ladies from Foreknown Ministries are back again to share a powerful new resource. This 30 day guide through grief and loss is perfect for any woman who has suffered miscarriage or infant loss and it’s written by women who have been there and get it. There is joy after loss! https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240406.mp3Sat, 06 Apr 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0080905Hannah's HeartIn the middle of a long and painful journey with infertility, it’s easy to get stuck feeling sorry for yourself all the time. Many couples find it helpful to stop and recognize another person's pain and suffering and look for ways to serve them. In this episode, Hannah Meador discusses the evil world of sex trafficking and how Christians should get involved in this fight for freedom.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240323.mp3Sat, 30 Mar 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0081099Hannah's HeartMary Matt was thrilled to find out she was expecting twins! But unfortunately, one of her precious babies passed away mid pregnancy. This episode discusses the mixture of joy and grief and the power of God to sustain a momma through every high and low. Mary is filled with compassion and encouragement for other momma’s of sunrise/sunset twins or mamas facing any kind of infant loss. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240330.mp3Sat, 23 Mar 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0080906Hannah's HeartMany guests on our show share about their long and difficult journeys with infertility and the various creative ways God ends up building their family. But sometimes it’s nice to hear from someone who is still in the middle of their story. Lauren Watson is a returning guest here to share an update on the long and tedious season of testing as she waits on the Lord every step of the way.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240316.mp3Sat, 16 Mar 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0080903Hannah's HeartNo matter how old your baby is when you lose them, it’s excruciating. Joy Lucius shares about losing her adult son Chris after a long battle with cancer, and Anne discusses the similarities and differences of losing an infant son. But the answer to finding hope to push through the grief is the same: Jesus. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240309.mp3Sat, 09 Mar 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0080707Hannah's HeartJulia Crouch never became a mom and to be honest, the ache of wanting a child never fully went away. But God showed up in her life in an incredible way giving her true joy and purpose to help her walk through the grief and learn to depend on Him fully to sustain her weary soul. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240302.mp3Sat, 02 Mar 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0080636Hannah's HeartTamah and her family were excited to welcome their second baby girl! Everything felt completely “fine” until sweet Amelia came into the world. Tamah’s doctor, who was also her best friend, was scared to tell Tamah, “your baby girl has Down syndrome.” However, when she did, Tamah didn’t let worry steal her JOY from her perfectly made baby girl! This is their little story of a little girl with a very big, happy heart!https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240224.mp3Sat, 24 Feb 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0080633Hannah's HeartInfertility typically adds so much stress to a marriage. And sadly many marriages do not survive after the tragedy of miscarriage or child loss. BUT GOD is rich in mercy and more than able to use these challenges to strengthen your relationship with Him and each other. It IS possible to not only get through these difficulties but also to find joy in the midst of your sorrow and the strength to serve each other through tough times.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240217.mp3Sat, 17 Feb 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0080438Hannah's HeartIt’s tough watching your friends get married and have children while you are still waiting for God to bring your spouse into the picture. And Valentine's day can be extra brutal when people keep asking “have you found someone yet?” In this episode, Anne’s sister Sarah shares from her personal experience trusting the Lord and looking forward to the day she will be “wife and mother.”https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240210.mp3Sat, 10 Feb 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0080436Hannah's HeartKara Jones joins Anne and Jade as she shares about the devastating infertility diagnosis she received at such an early age. Being told she would not be able to carry children was hard news to receive as a teenager, but Kara learned to trust God with the story He had for her. Little did she know, God would grow her family in ways she never imagined.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240203.mp3Sat, 03 Feb 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0080309Hannah's HeartAfter losing her precious baby less than an hour after she was born, Emily went on to have multiple, multiple miscarriages. The journey moving forward felt cruel and pointless at times. And the desire to be a momma never went away. But through God’s grace, Emily learned to love children that were not her own and pour all her energy into the kingdom of God. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240127.mp3Sat, 27 Jan 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0080297Hannah's HeartNo one expected Poppy to live through delivery. But she did. A few minutes after she was born, her family sang “Revelation Song” as they passed her around and soaked up every precious moment of her life. “I like to think she heard us singing and then when she died she immediately heard Heaven singing the same song to the Lord in the throne room,” says Poppy’s mom. Don’t miss this powerful story of life, loss and enduring love!https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240120.mp3Sat, 20 Jan 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0080202Hannah's HeartIs IVF my only option? Artificial Reproductive Technology (ART) is not for everyone. Many Christians have ethical, financial, emotional or physical concerns with procedures like IVF or IUI. Fortunately, there is an exciting new option many couples have never heard about! It’s called Natural Procreative Technology (NaPro Technology). Join Dr. Naomi Whittaker as she talks about the latest research, medicine, and surgery options available to help women wishing to achieve pregnancy in accordance with their natural fertility. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240113.mp3Sat, 13 Jan 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0080110Hannah's HeartIn the middle of infertility or miscarriage, it's hard to find the strength to hope again. Anna and Kendra talk about how to go into the new year focused on Christ, so that others will see your testimony and be drawn to Jesus.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20240106.mp3Sat, 06 Jan 2024 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0079800Hannah's HeartDoes it make you angry how much IVF costs? What about the price of adoption? As Christians, how do we trust God to provide for us on our journey to build our families? And what practical things can we do to manage our finances and build character along the way? https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/hh_20231230.mp3Sat, 30 Dec 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0079799Hannah's HeartAfter years of infertility, Tara was ready to be done. She was mad at God and becoming more and more bitter each day. Little did she know, God was about to use this time in her life to forever strengthen her faith and her marriage.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/hh_20231223.mp3Sat, 23 Dec 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0079798Hannah's HeartWill and Anne share the tragic story of losing their baby John-Micah and the supernatural grace that God poured out on their lives in the midst of so much pain. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/hh_20231216.mp3Sat, 16 Dec 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0079593Hannah's HeartAfter realizing that biological children would not be a part of their story, the Brooks family applied for adoption and waited three years to get “the call.” During the painful wait, Emily clung to Isaiah 49:16 which says, “I will not forget you, see I have engraved you on the palms of my hands.” And sure enough…God had not forgotten them.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20231209.mp3Sat, 09 Dec 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5879592Hannah's HeartEmily hasn’t gone a day in her life without pain. Even as a little girl, her severe rheumatoid arthritis had her wheelchair bound and constantly missing out on normal childhood activities. The idea that her condition might one day keep her from bearing children didn’t really start to sink in until college. But thankfully, Emily was raised in a God-fearing Christian family who taught her the importance of choosing joy and leaning on the faithfulness of God– two lessons that would stick with her through a lifetime of challenges. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20231202.mp3Sat, 02 Dec 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5879581Hannah's HeartFor anyone who has ever prayed for a baby by Christmas– we get it! The holidays mark the passing of time and another year without an extra stocking to hang. But we have SO much to be grateful for this season. Focusing on all that Christ did for us and remembering who He is… is the key to finding joy in the middle of life’s trials.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20231125.mp3Sat, 25 Nov 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5879484Hannah's HeartAfter multiple miscarriages, the Pipkin’s were offered a free round of IVF if they participated in a research study. This seemed like a miracle and Crystal was instantly on board! But Ethan had some serious reservations about the way the embryos would be treated and wanted to seek God over the decision. Years of infertility and loss had left Crystal feeling bitter and hard and she just couldn’t believe that her husband would turn down such an opportunity! Was this “miracle invitation” actually going to break up their marriage? Or was God’s grace strong enough to hold them together through the hardest storm imaginable? https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20231118.mp3Sat, 18 Nov 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5879483Hannah's HeartDr. Heather is back with more helpful tips for anyone struggling with infertility. She’s a former pharmacist turned holistic hormone healing expert. She has a passion for empowering women to learn, listen, and heal their bodies in ways that are natural and practical. Other episodes with or about Dr Heather: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YX0yOMflONM&list=PLTG6q2kW0RI6W8RnoDzFamN8tCG11rb3t&index=31 and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SZeGKUKZVJQ&t=1154s https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20231111.mp3Sat, 11 Nov 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5879254Hannah's HeartThere are several women in the Bible who struggled with infertility, and there is so much we can learn from their stories! Michal was King David’s first wife. Initially, she was in love with David and they had a celebrity marriage… but somewhere along the way, something happened, and she began to despise him in her heart. Jade and Kendra discuss her story and how to cling to a healthy marriage while struggling with infertility. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20231104.mp3Sat, 04 Nov 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5879236Hannah's HeartIt’s hard to find someone more passionate about fostering and adoption than Mackenzie Killough– seriously, her selfless love for children shines out of every part of her story! But she’s also not afraid to share the hard stuff. You know, like that time she got punched in the face and ended up with a black eye. If you are considering fostering or adoption, this is a must watch episode. She tackles important topics such as how to navigate a failed adoption or placement, how to help older children adjust to a new life and so much more! https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20231028.mp3Sat, 28 Oct 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5879158Hannah's HeartYes! It’s possible to breastfeed your adopted baby and many people have done it! Many women who have struggled with infertility and end up adopting, grieve over the missed opportunity to feed and nurture their little one through nursing– but according to lactation consultant Anna Chamblee, that doesn’t have to be the case. Also many adoptive moms who have never struggled with infertility desire to breastfeed because of the close bond it creates and the many health benefits for both baby and mama. That was the case for Mackenzie Killough. Join Anna and Mackenzie as they both share from their experiences! https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20231021.mp3Sat, 21 Oct 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5879038Hannah's HeartAnyone struggling with infertility or miscarriage has probably felt very alone at least once. But the truth is, soooo many couples are dealing with this and are silently hurting. Our enemy, the devil, would like to isolate each of us so that he can prey on our weaknesses and fill our hearts with despair. God designed us to grieve and endure hardships together with the help of other believers. Community is so important! Hannah’s Heart celebrates our 2-year anniversary and the beautiful community God is forming. We also recognize October as pregnancy and infant loss awareness month and encourage anyone struggling to reach out for prayer and support at hannahsheart@afa.net https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20231014.mp3Sat, 14 Oct 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5878959Hannah's HeartInfertility can often feel like an unending journey of pain and suffering. Anyone who has endured such a season knows that it is absolutely crucial to have daily reminders of God’s grace and love as you cling to Christ through every month of disappointment. God is ready to pour out extra portions of His love and grace on anyone who asks, we just have to be willing to see them and receive them! Beth Forbus shares the powerful story behind her new book “Daily Double Portions:100 Devotions For Your Journey Through Infertility.” https://www.amazon.com/Daily-Double-Portions-Devotions-Infertility/dp/B0C92F8B2S https://www.sarahs-laughter.com/ https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20231007.mp3Sat, 07 Oct 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5878809Hannah's HeartLaura Petherbridge shares about the unique dynamics growing up in and marrying into a stepfamily. In this raw and authentic episode, she gives blended families hope-filled tips to stay focused on Christ even on the hard days.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230930.mp3Sat, 30 Sep 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5878708Hannah's HeartLaura Petherbridge is a speaker and author of many books, including “The Smart Stepmom.” She shares her reasons for choosing not to have children after marrying her husband and gaining two stepsons. In this episode you will hear the unique dynamics of being in a stepfamily, the ups and downs as well as the aim to understand every individual involved through the lens of Christ. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230923.mp3Sat, 23 Sep 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5878642Hannah's HeartCan becoming a mom become an idol? Absolutely! An idol can be anything or anyone that captures our hearts, minds and affections more than God. In this episode, Jade and Kendra talk about the dangerous trap of turning the desire to be a mom into an idol and how to avoid it.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230916.mp3Sat, 16 Sep 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5878353Hannah's Heart Losing a loved one is a lot like learning to live as an amputee. You do heal, but you will always have a piece of you missing. The hope of heaven becomes even stronger when someone you love is waiting for you there. In this episode Matt Powell (Anne Cockrell’s pastor) continues to share powerful wisdom for anyone suffering loss. Matt and Andrea’s full story starts here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nejU0VlyvEo&list=PLTG6q2kW0RI6W8RnoDzFamN8tCG11rb3t&index=46 Please send condolences and encouragement to the Cockrill family by emailing hannahsheart@afa.nethttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230909.mp3Sat, 09 Sep 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5878352Hannah's HeartHannah’s Heart host Anne Cockrell suffered a terrible loss on July 17th, 2023 when her precious baby John-Micah Thomas Cockrell passed away only moments after an emergency procedure to save his life. Her pastor Matt Powell (a man well acquainted with grief) preached a powerful and beautiful message at the funeral service while Anne lifted her hands in worship to the only God powerful enough to carry us through such heart-break and suffering. Matt comes on the show to share hope with anyone facing tragedy. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230902.mp3Sat, 02 Sep 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5978307Hannah's Heart“Ma’am, don’t you think it’s a little selfish to carry a baby with down syndrome full term?” said Tammy’s doctor as he showed her the ultrasound footage and made his case for terminating the little life that wiggled inside her. But praise God…Tammy knew that God had INCREDIBLE plans for Josh’s life though even she didn’t know ALL that God had in store. Society likes to tell us that a fetus with “abnormalities” should be discarded. God’s word…says otherwise! This powerful story will inspire anyone who takes a moment to listen. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230826.mp3Sat, 26 Aug 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5878232Hannah's HeartSometimes infertility can be caused by past decisions or surgeries we have made such as: abortions, cross sex hormones/surgeries, tube removal, etc. The devil can use our past choices to pile guilt and condemnation on believers who have already confessed and moved on from their regrets. Today’s guest, Laura Perry Smalts lived almost nine years as a man, taking cross sex hormones and having surgeries before God radically transformed her life! She gives hope and encouragement to anyone suffering from regret and also shares how God can fulfill our desire to nurture others by giving us spiritual children when biological ones are not possible. https://inhisimage.movie/https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230819.mp3Sat, 19 Aug 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5878132Hannah's HeartWhen it comes to infertility, there are a lot of things we can’t control. We just have to be patient and wait for God to move in our lives. But that doesn’t mean doing nothing. Often God asks us to take steps and make preparations by: changing our diet, getting more sleep, saving money, doing research etc. How do we balance being proactive about our fertility/adoption with waiting on God and His timing? https://www.drheatherrhodes.com/https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230812.mp3Sat, 12 Aug 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5878022Hannah's HeartWhen it comes to infertility, there are a lot of things we can’t control. We just have to be patient and wait for God to move in our lives. But that doesn’t mean doing nothing. Often God asks us to take steps and make preparations by: changing our diet, getting more sleep, saving money, doing research etc. How do we balance being proactive about our fertility/adoption with waiting on God and His timing?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YX0yOMflONM&t=10s https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230805.mp3Sat, 05 Aug 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5877891Hannah's HeartSome people today think you should not foster or adopt a child that doesn’t look like you. But what does the bible teach? Today’s guest Ryan Bomberger has a rather unique perspective of the innate nature of Purpose. His biological mother was raped yet courageously gave him a chance to live and the beautiful gift of adoption. He was adopted at 6 weeks of age and grew up in a loving, multi-“racial” Christian family of 15. Connect with Ryan: https://radiancefoundation.org/ or https://radiancefoundation.org/adoption/https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230729.mp3Sat, 29 Jul 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5877786Hannah's HeartIf you’re struggling with infertility, it can be confusing and painful when you hear sermons telling Christians to “be fruitful and multiply.” What does this mean for those who may never have physical children? Anne and Kendra discuss this and share some encouraging updates from the Hannah’s Heart Family. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230722.mp3Sat, 22 Jul 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5877592Hannah's HeartHosts Anne and Kendra give life updates and ask for prayer from Hannah’s Heart listeners. Anne’s unexpected pregnancy faces some medical concerns and Kendra plans for baby number 2https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230715.mp3Sat, 15 Jul 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5877591Hannah's HeartMany couples today are told that third-party sperm or egg donors are their only path to biological children. But is this option Biblical? What sort of psychological/emotional impact does it have on the children born in this way? Special guest Jennifer Friesen is the Director of Operations at Them Before Us and is the author of “My Daddy’s Name is Donor,” an article examining a study on young adults conceived by sperm donation. Find the full article here: https://thembeforeus.com/my-daddys-name-is-donor-study/https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230708.mp3Sat, 08 Jul 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5877586Hannah's Heart“I know I’m supposed to be happy for you…but it hurts so much!” – that’s how many women dealing with infertility feel when they hear about a pregnancy announcement. How can you give and receive this news in a God honoring way? Find out on this week’s episode.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230701.mp3Sat, 01 Jul 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5877415Hannah's HeartLittle Josiah drew a picture of his family. Next to him was momma, daddy, and....a little brother and baby sister. But the Hewuse family was out of resources for fertility treatments. This picture went into "the dream box," and the prayers begin. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230617.mp3Sat, 17 Jun 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5877151Hannah's HeartKendra’s Sister-in-Law Alisha shares three powerful adoption stories that lead her to the beautiful family she has today and the necklace she wore to remind her of God’s promises along the journey.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230610.mp3Sat, 10 Jun 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5877211Hannah's HeartAnne talks with Maggie who tells of the unexpected news of her delayed fertility and how the Lord saw fit to answer her many prayers.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/hh_20230603.mp3Sat, 03 Jun 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5877064Hannah's HeartIt’s National Foster Care Awareness month and Maddy Wellum has earned the honored tile of “foster Momma.” Join us this episode as we hear her powerful story full of twists, turns and surprises.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230527.mp3Sat, 27 May 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5877061Hannah's HeartSpecial guest Brandance Smith discusses our country's dire need for foster families and challenges new families to get involved. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230520.mp3Sat, 20 May 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5876835Hannah's HeartAbby has committed her life to helping children in foster care. As a social worker she sees the needs up-close and personal. This episode is packed with helpful tips for first-time foster families or anyone wanting to make a difference in the foster care system.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230513.mp3Sat, 13 May 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5876834Hannah's HeartEncouraging songs, scriptures and prayers to help those with infertility not just survive but thrive this Mother’s Day. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230506.mp3Sat, 06 May 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5876733Hannah's HeartParkgate Pregnancy Center Director Andrea Powell shares how women can be a part of the pro-life movement in a powerful way by donating their time and energy to a pregnancy center. This might be hard for a woman struggling with infertility, but it can also be oh so healing.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230429.mp3Sat, 29 Apr 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5876444Hannah's HeartMeet Foreknown Ministries, an incredible ministry of first responders for couples struggling with infertility, miscarriage, stillbirth or infant loss. These ladies have been through it, and through the power of the Holy Spirit they are ministering to others.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH-20230422.mp3Sat, 22 Apr 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5876442Hannah's HeartWendy shares tips from her book to help you replace the object of your wait with the God of your faith! Learn from the life of David who was anointed king but then served many years in the pasture before taking his position in the palace. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH-20230415.mp3Sat, 15 Apr 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5876440Hannah's HeartElaine got the diagnoses in her early twenties and it hung over her like a dark cloud. “Who would ever want to marry me?” she wondered. But God had a beautiful story in store for her.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH-20230408.mp3Sat, 08 Apr 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5876318Hannah's HeartSchool Teacher Lynn Baker shares her heartbreaking story of miscarriage and reads from the prayer journal she used during that painful season.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230401.mp3Sat, 01 Apr 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5876272Hannah's HeartAlyson and Kelsie were best friends, expecting healthy babies 2 weeks apart. But tragedy struck, and neither one brought home a baby. BUT GOD! He rescued their hurting hearts, picked up the broken pieces and started a ministry to help others heal from the heartache of miscarriage.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230325.mp3Sat, 25 Mar 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5876179Hannah's HeartWe've all heard God answers prayers, and sometimes His answer is, "No." But sometimes His answer is, "Yes." This is the testimony of a woman who was far from God and unable to have a baby. Through prayers of friends God blessed Pat with a baby and saved her soul!https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/hh_20230318.mp3Sat, 18 Mar 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5876066Hannah's HeartInternational hit series “The Chosen” takes on the theme of trusting God in the midst of a miscarriage. Show creator/director Dallas Jenkins discusses these powerful scenes and the many lives that have been impacted by them. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/hh_20230311.mp3Sat, 11 Mar 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5877030Hannah's HeartThis sweet guest shares her heart on struggling with infertility while also walking through the adoption process. We also learn of her second miscarriage, and how she continues to rely on the Lord as she grieves the loss of her tiny baby girl.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/hh_20230310.mp3Fri, 10 Mar 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5875849Hannah's HeartKendra and Anne continue their discussion with Kendra's father who also happens to be a licensed clinical social worker with more than 30 years professional experience. He is also a compassionate parent to both biological and adoptive children. This program includes more of the particulars and some alarming observations about special needs adoptions. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230304.mp3Sat, 04 Mar 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5875846Hannah's HeartKendra and Anne discuss the topic of special needs adoptions with their guest, Kendra's Dad who also happens to be a licensed clinical social worker with more than 30 years experience. He is familiar with the process from several perspectives, including social worker and adoptive parent. And Kendra's relationship with her dad makes this an extra special interview.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230225.mp3Sat, 25 Feb 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5875680Hannah's HeartIn addition to being a Christian Radio personality, JJ Jasper has a vested interest in the sanctity of human life. He speaks regularly on the subject at churches and Crisis Pregnancy Center banquets. JJ's family has experienced infertility, the loss of a child, twins, a special needs child and is a blended family. This discussion covers some of that, and this may be the first of two or three shows with this special guest.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230218.mp3Sat, 18 Feb 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5875679Hannah's HeartIn cases where a miscarriage happens very early in a pregnancy, the medical community euphemistically uses the term "chemical pregnancy." Despite the implication that the pregnancy ended so early as to be nothing more than a chemical reaction, the mother feels the loss and grieves for her child. Life begins at conception, and a loss due to miscarriage is heartbreaking, no matter what stage of pregnancy. Anne and Kendra address this phenomenon from a place of experience.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230211.mp3Sat, 11 Feb 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5875649Hannah's HeartAdopting a child is challenging, complicated and costly, where as abortion is simple and cheap. My brothers this should not be! Kendra and Anne talk with attorney, pastor and radio host Abraham Hamilton III about his family's experience with adopting a child. With a lot of prayer and a little legal support, even non-attorney Christian families can successfully adopt.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230204.mp3Sat, 04 Feb 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5874901Hannah's HeartThe path to adoption is filled with numerous hurdles. But anyone who has ever suffered from a failed adoption will relate to this couple’s difficult journey. Through the grief, anger and painful questions…God’s grace is sufficient! with guest Emilee Kennedy.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230128.mp3Sat, 28 Jan 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5875461Hannah's HeartKendra and Anne talk with Author Jenny Albers who has written a book titled, "Courageously Expecting." https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230121.mp3Sat, 21 Jan 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5875364Hannah's HeartKendra and Anne talk with Dr. Gordon, who guided Kendra and her husband through their journey to childbirth, about the options and ethics to be considered when dealing with infertility.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230114.mp3Sat, 14 Jan 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5874899Hannah's HeartThere are so many single women and men who are waiting for God to bring their future mate into the picture. Many of these folks have a deep longing to be a mom or dad and to raise up Godly children. What do you do with those longings in the mean time? If you are single and desire to have kiddos...this episode is for you! Waiting time isn't wasted time. God wants to use you RIGHT NOW to minister to othershttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20230107.mp3Sat, 07 Jan 2023 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5874896Hannah's HeartAnne and Kendra discuss the issues and emotions they dealt with after losing a baby.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20221231.mp3Sat, 31 Dec 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5874868Hannah's HeartAnne and Kendra talk with Sarah about her challenges with infertility and miscarriage before becoming a mom.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/hh_20221217.mp3Sat, 17 Dec 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5873531Hannah's HeartAnne and Kendra talk with their guest, Hannah (not the show's namesake!), about organizations and individuals who transform donated wedding dresses into funeral gowns for babies.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/hh_20221210.mp3Sat, 10 Dec 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5873530Hannah's HeartKendra and Anne discuss songs of praise by mothers found in the bible.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/hh_20221203.mp3Sat, 03 Dec 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5873343Hannah's HeartKendra and Anne have told their stories, but we never got the perspective of their families. Our hostesses welcome their mothers into the studio for an insightful discussion.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/hh_20221126.mp3Sat, 26 Nov 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5873134Hannah's HeartKendra and Anne talk with Jenny and David Hancock about their family and their experience with snowflake adoption.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20221119.mp3Sat, 19 Nov 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5873133Hannah's HeartKendra and Anne talk with Angela, who is the leader of one of several ministry groups called "While in Waiting." These groups minister to women who want to become mothers.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20221112.mp3Sat, 12 Nov 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5873131Hannah's HeartKendra and Anne talk with Caroline who has founded 2 ministries for women desiring to be mothers: "Moms in the Making" and "In Due Time."https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20221105.mp3Sat, 05 Nov 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5873007Hannah's HeartAnne and Will Cockrell share their unique infertility story filled with heartbreak and hope.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20221029.mp3Sat, 29 Oct 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5873006Hannah's HeartKendra and Anne continue their series on the 6 Barren Women of the Bible, this time telling the story of The Shunammite Woman found in 2 Kings Chapter 4.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20221022.mp3Sat, 22 Oct 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5772952Hannah's HeartKendra and Anne talk with Sadie Smith about her struggle after miscarriage.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20221015.mp3Sat, 15 Oct 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5872932Hannah's HeartAnne Cockrell interviews a long-time church friend, Lashay, about here struggle with infertility.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20221008.mp3Sat, 08 Oct 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5872829Hannah's HeartThis is part four of Matt and Andrea Powell's rollercoaster story of infertility and family.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20221001.mp3Sat, 01 Oct 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5872828Hannah's HeartThis is part three of Matt and Andrea Powell's rollercoaster story of infertility and family.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220924.mp3Sat, 24 Sep 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5872827Hannah's HeartThis is part two of Matt and Andrea Powell's rollercoaster story of infertility and family.https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220917.mp3Sat, 17 Sep 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5872826Hannah's HeartThis is part one of Matt and Andrea Powell's rollercoaster story of infertility and family. https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220910.mp3Sat, 10 Sep 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5872308Hannah's HeartKatie Krumcke' storyhttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220903.mp3Sat, 03 Sep 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5871946Hannah's HeartBarren Women of the Bible-Elizabeth's Storyhttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220827.mp3Sat, 27 Aug 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5771945Hannah's HeartThe First Snowflake Adoption-part 2https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220820.mp3Sat, 20 Aug 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5771944Hannah's HeartThe First Snowflake Adoption-part 1https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220813.mp3Sat, 13 Aug 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5771943Hannah's HeartShanta's storyhttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220806.mp3Sat, 06 Aug 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5771239Hannah's HeartBarren Women of the Bible - The Story of Manoah's Wifehttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220730.mp3Sat, 30 Jul 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5771101Hannah's HeartSupporting Your Spouse Through Infertility and Miscarriagehttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220723.mp3Sat, 23 Jul 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5771100Hannah's HeartCallie's Storyhttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220716.mp3Sat, 16 Jul 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5771099Hannah's HeartJamie & Jake's Story - Part 03https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220709.mp3Sat, 09 Jul 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5771098Hannah's HeartJamie & Jake's Story - Part 02https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220702.mp3Sat, 02 Jul 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5771097Hannah's HeartJamie & Jake's Storyhttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220625.mp3Sat, 25 Jun 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5771096Hannah's HeartPresley's Storyhttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220618.mp3Sat, 18 Jun 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5771095Hannah's HeartFather's Day Specialhttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220611.mp3Sat, 11 Jun 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5770784Hannah's HeartChelsea & Wesley's Storyhttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220604.mp3Sat, 04 Jun 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5771092Hannah's HeartStrategies to Balancing Your Hormoneshttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220528.mp3Sat, 28 May 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:26:0070783Hannah's HeartJessica & Spencer's Storyhttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220521.mp3Sat, 21 May 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5770364Hannah's HeartChelsea's Story (Part 02)https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220507.mp3Sat, 14 May 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5770772Hannah's HeartMother's Day Specialhttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220507.mp3Sat, 07 May 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5770363Hannah's HeartChelsea's Story (Part 01)https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220430.mp3Sat, 30 Apr 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5770362Hannah's HeartSarah's Laughter https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220423.mp3Sat, 23 Apr 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5770360Hannah's HeartPregnancy After Miscarriagehttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220416.mp3Sat, 16 Apr 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5770359Hannah's HeartWaiting in Hope Ministrieshttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220409.mp3Sat, 09 Apr 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5770214Hannah's HeartDo Babies Go to Heaven When They Die? (Part 2)https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220402.mp3Sat, 02 Apr 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5770212Hannah's HeartDo Babies Go to Heaven When They Die? (Part 1)https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220326.mp3Sat, 26 Mar 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5769461Hannah's HeartAdrienne's Storyhttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220319.mp3Sat, 19 Mar 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5769378Hannah's HeartAmy & Adam's Storyhttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220312.mp3Sat, 12 Mar 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5769377Hannah's HeartLauren & Harrison's Storyhttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220305.mp3Sat, 05 Mar 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5769375Hannah's HeartBarren Women of the Bible - Sarah's Story (Part 02)https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220226.mp3Sat, 26 Feb 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5769053Hannah's HeartBarren Women of the Bible: Sarah's Story (Part 01)https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220219.mp3Sat, 19 Feb 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5769374Hannah's HeartFaithful Friends Through Infertilityhttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220212.mp3Sat, 12 Feb 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5768883Hannah's HeartLauren's Storyhttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220205.mp3Sat, 05 Feb 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5768634Hannah's HeartHow to Know When God's Answer is 'No'https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220129.mp3Sat, 29 Jan 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5768590Hannah's HeartSnowflake Adoptionhttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220122.mp3Sat, 22 Jan 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5768589Hannah's HeartThe Blame Game: Whose 'Fault' Is It?https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220115.mp3Sat, 15 Jan 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5768588Hannah's HeartSuzanne's Storyhttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220108.mp3Sat, 08 Jan 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5768587Hannah's HeartMental and Spiritual Health Maintenance 101https://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20220101.mp3Sat, 01 Jan 2022 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5768557Hannah's HeartPractical Tips for Your Fertility Journeyhttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20211218.mp3Sat, 18 Dec 2021 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5768561Hannah's HeartChildless Stepmom: Infertility and Blended Familieshttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20211211.mp3Sat, 11 Dec 2021 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5768275Hannah's HeartHope for the Holidayshttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20211204.mp3Sat, 04 Dec 2021 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5768553Hannah's HeartClinging to Christ during the Waithttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20211127.mp3Sat, 27 Nov 2021 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5768532Hannah's HeartWhy Infertility Happens to Christianshttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20211120.mp3Sat, 20 Nov 2021 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5768474Hannah's HeartKendra and Eric's Storyhttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20211113.mp3Sat, 13 Nov 2021 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5768417Hannah's HeartAnne & Will's Storyhttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20211030.mp3Sat, 30 Oct 2021 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5768120Hannah's HeartHonoring God Through Infertilityhttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_20211023.mp3Sat, 23 Oct 2021 08:00:00 GMT00:25:5768280Hannah's HeartHonoring God Through Infertilityhttps://streamer1.afa.net/tracking/streamer1.afa.net/afr-aod/HannahsHeart/HH_prior_1.mp3Tue, 19 Oct 2021 08:00:00 GMT00:00:30