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For This Child I Have Prayed

Heather McCreightpodcasters.spotify.com
This is a podcast where faithful women share their journey to motherhood and how it has been marked by the goodness of God. Whether you are struggling with infertility, wrestling with postpartum or navigating adoption, my prayer is that you are inspired and uplifted by their testimonies of just how faithful Our Creator truly is.
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Episodes

033. Proclaiming God is More Than Enough with Noele Thornton

In today’s episode, Noele will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes relying on community, finding hope in the waiting and proclaiming that God is more than enough, no matter what. If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!...

Feb 12, 202529 minSeason 1Ep. 33

032. Growing Our Faith and Relinquishing Control with Traci Pyrz

In today’s episode, Traci will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes growing her faith, learning to relinquish control to God and seeing firsthand how He truly goes after the 1%. You can find Traci Pyrz on Instagram at @healthyhomewithtraci If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!...

Jan 15, 202557 minSeason 2Ep. 32

031. Hope for Christmas with Heather McCreight

After our second failed IUI just less than a week from Christmas, my heart has been feeling so heavy. I recently received this email from our fertility clinic that reminded me where my hope comes from and that although this Christmas season may not be bringing my husband and I news of our future baby, it is bringing us so much more - God's love, grace and miracle working power. It has encouraged me and increased my faith and I pray it does the same for you. If you would like to share your journe...

Dec 20, 20238 minSeason 1Ep. 31

030. Believing That God Doesn't Take, He Welcomes with Ashley Taylor

In today’s episode, Ashley will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes wrestling with God through loss and anxiety disorder and leaning on His faithfulness and steady hand through the storm. Scripture noted in this episode: "He will not let your foot be moved; he who keeps you will not slumber" Psalm 121:3 "For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words. And he who searches hearts knows what is the mind of t...

Oct 25, 202342 minSeason 1Ep. 30

029. Trusting God's Sovereignty with the Beginning of Life with Cady Patterson

In today's episode, Cady will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes witnessing first hand how God rebuilds, redeems and restores through grief, anxiety and trusting in His sovereignty. Resources shared in this episode: "A Grief Observed" by C.S. Lewis "Her Grief Was Heard" by Cady Patterson Scripture noted in this episode: "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope." Romans 15:13 Psalm 139 You can...

Sep 27, 202351 minSeason 1Ep. 29

028. Declaring Victory Over Addiction, Loss and Infertility with Jess Johnson

In today’s episode, Jess will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes overcoming addiction, keeping her faith through a miscarriage and being open to receiving God’s plan through infertility. Her story is one of victory, grace and redemption and it’s going to bless your socks off! You can reach out to Jess on Instagram, @Jlojohnson19 If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch...

Sep 13, 202333 minSeason 1Ep. 28

027. Walking Alongside Women on Their Journey to Motherhood as a Birth, Postpartum and Bereavement Doula with Madi Yates

In todays episode, Madi will be sharing her role as a birth, postpartum and bereavement doula and how she supports and walks alongside women on their journey to motherhood. Resources shared in this episode: The Doula Effect: Upstate, SC (documentary) @pregnancyafterloss on Instagram You can contact Madi and learn more about her services on her website, www.doulabesties.com If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form...

Jul 12, 202315 minSeason 1Ep. 27

026. Trusting in Our God Who Redeems and Heals with Skyler Clark

In today's episode, Skyler will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes losing her son at four days old from trisomy but goes on to tell how God redeemed her loss, broke the chains of trauma and healed her heart. Resources shared in this episode: @gathering_hope - an Instagram community for miscarriage and infant loss survivors The Circle Maker by Mark Batterson Scripture share in this episode: "to provide for those who mourn in Zion; to give them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, f...

Jul 05, 202345 minSeason 1Ep. 26

025. Finding Joy Through The Storm and Believing in His Promise Part 1 with Sydney Redd

In today’s episode, Sydney will be sharing her journey to motherhood that she is still currently on. We are calling this Part 1 because we are believing for her miracle rainbow baby and in God’s faithfulness that He has already shown her and her husband through a cancer diagnosis. Sydney’s hope is that women listening who are also still waiting on their promise are encouraged by her story and won’t feel so alone. Scripture noted in this episode: "I will remember the deeds of the Lord; yes, I wil...

Jun 28, 202327 minSeason 1Ep. 25

024. God is a Faithful and Personal Promise-Keeper with Summer Bowie

In today’s episode, Summer will be sharing her journey to motherhood that began with a promise from God and how he remained faithful and personal even through hardship. Scripture noted in this episode: The story of Abraham and Sarah, Genesis 17-21 You can find Summer Bowie on Instagram at @summerbowie1 and at @victoryatl where her and her husband are Senior Pastors If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form and Hea...

Jun 14, 202324 minSeason 1Ep. 24

023. Walking Through Refining Moments with God with Megan Hall

In today’s episode, Megan will be sharing her journey to motherhood where she highlights key refining moments throughout her four pregnancies and births and different stages of motherhood where God was walking through the fire with her, shaping her to reflect His image. Resource shared in this episode: "The Refining Process" Scripture noted in this episode: "But now thus says the LORD, he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: "Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you...

Jun 07, 202342 minSeason 1Ep. 23

022. Experiencing How Personal and Intentional Our God is with Debbie Del Priore

In today’s episode, Debbie will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes more than a decade of infertility and multiple rounds of fertility treatments but which always highlights how personal and intentional our God is and how He truly knows the desires of our hearts. If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!...

May 24, 202354 minSeason 1Ep. 22

021. Blessed by the Power of Prayer and Community with Brittany Braswell

In today’s episode, Brittany will be sharing her journey to motherhood and how the power of prayer and sharing her infertility struggles with her community blessed not only her and her husband, but those who had shared her burden as well. Scripture noted in this episode: "Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours." Mark 11:24 You can find Brittany Braswell on Instagram at @brittanybraswellrd, her podcast "The Joy-Filled Eater" a...

May 17, 202340 minSeason 1Ep. 21

020. Seeing God Work Outside the Box with Chelsey Powell

In today’s episode, Chelsey will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes wrestling with the stigma the church has with infertility and IVF and experiencing firsthand how God works miracles beyond our comprehension. If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the "For This Child I Have Prayed" podcast, please fill out this form and Heather McCreight will be in touch!...

May 10, 202331 minSeason 1Ep. 20

019. Praying for Her Double Rainbow with Jade Ticer

In today’s episode, Jade will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes multiple consecutive miscarriages, fear of the unknown and need for validation but through the power of prayer and God’s redemption, ends with a double rainbow. You can find Jade Ticer on Instagram at @jadeticer_twinmama If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the "For This Child I Have Prayed" podcast, please fill out this form and Heather McCreight will be in touch!...

May 03, 20231 hr 21 minSeason 1Ep. 19

018. Worshiping During the Wait with Sylvia Rebecca

In today’s episode, Sylvia will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes 18 years of infertility, trusting God’s plan and worshiping through the wait. Scripture noted in this episode: "Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!” Psalm 46:10 If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the "For This Child I Have Prayed" podcast, please fill out this form and Heather McCreight will be in touch!...

Apr 26, 202340 minSeason 1Ep. 18

017. Going Through the Storm with God by Your Side with Kate DelloStritto

In todays episode, Kate will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes struggling with anxiety throughout most of her life and PPA and PPD after her first pregnancy, but experienced a peace that surpassed all understanding during her second pregnancy and learned that God was right there with her. Scripture noted in this episode: "As for you, O LORD, you will not restrain your mercy from me; your steadfast love and your faithfulness will preserve me; As for me, I am poor and needy, but t...

Apr 19, 202331 minSeason 1Ep. 17

016. 35 is the Year of Uncommon Hope with Heather McCreight

In today's episode I am sharing how a text from a friend on the day of my 35th birthday was truly a prophetic gift and answered prayer and gave me so much encouragement for what this year is going to bring. Scripture noted in this episode: "Sorrow and mourning will disappear, and they will be filled with joy and gladness." Isaiah 35:10 If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the "For This Child I Have Prayed" podcast, please fill out this form and Heather McCreight will be in to...

Apr 12, 202311 minSeason 1Ep. 16

015. Surrendering Control and Trusting in God's Faithfulness with Tina Atkinson

In today’s episode, Tina will be sharing her journey to motherhood that began with infertility and how through the doubt and heartache, she got to experience His intimate love and that there truly is no one like our God. Scripture noted in this episode: "Your way, O God, is holy. What god is great like our God? You are the God who works wonders; you have made known your might among the peoples." Psalm 77:13-14 "Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me." John 14:1 "Who ...

Apr 05, 202346 minSeason 1Ep. 15

014. Breaking Down Idols and Managing Motherhood Expectations with Heather Creekmore

In todays episode, Heather will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes breaking down the idols of marriage and being a mother, managing expectations, struggling with PPD and allowing God to be her greatest desire. Resources shared in this episode: "Compared to Who?" Podcast "Compared to Who?" Book "The Burden of Better" Book "The Burden of Better: How to Live a Comparison-Free Life" YouVersion Bible Reading Plan You can find Heather Creekmore on Instagram at @comparedtowho and on her...

Mar 29, 202325 minSeason 1Ep. 14

013. Being Obedient to God's Divine Plan with Semone Seavers

In today’s episode, Semone will be sharing her journey to motherhood that highlights the divine plan that God had for her and her family that included infertility, foster care and adoption and how He truly answers the desires of our hearts. Scripture noted in this episode: "Children are a blessing and a gift from the Lord." Psalm 127:3 Resource shared in this episode: "Supernatural Childbirth" by Jackie Mize If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the "For This Child I Have Pray...

Mar 22, 202337 minSeason 1Ep. 13

012. Knowing God as Our Wise Council with Monica Shepherd

In today’s episode, Monica will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes a painful divorce and learning to lean into God and the power of prayer. Scripture noted in this episode: "You shall not be partial in judgement. You shall hear the small and the great alike. You shall not be intimidated by anyone, for the judgement is God’s. And the case that is too hard for you, you shall bring it to me, and I will hear it." Deuteronomy 1:17 If you would like to share your journey to motherhood ...

Mar 15, 202342 minSeason 1Ep. 12

011. Seeing God's Hand Through Navigating Miscarriages and the Foster Care System with Jordyn Silver

In today's episode, Jordyn will be sharing two different stories that include infertility, loss, fostering and adoption and how even after all the losses and heartache, she never felt alone or discouraged but always protected even in the darkest time. If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the "For This Child I Have Prayed" podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!...

Mar 08, 202344 minSeason 1Ep. 11

010. Learning God's Character Through an Unplanned Pregnancy with Stephanie Morris

In today’s episode, Stephanie will be sharing her journey to motherhood that begins with an unplanned pregnancy and the fear of going through that alone, but then led her to the realization that God provides for all of our needs and that He was walking the path right along side her. Scripture noted in this episode: "For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother's womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very we...

Mar 01, 202329 minSeason 1Ep. 10

009. Trusting in God's Greater Plan Through Foster Care with Ashley Runde

In today’s episode, Ashley will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes receiving a nudge from God to pursue foster care and adoption after learning her and her husband are both carriers for a serious disease. Resource shared in this episode: Jamie Finn's Foster the Family Blog You can reach out to Ashley on Facebook, @AshleyRunde If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!...

Feb 22, 202315 minSeason 1Ep. 9

008. Believing in God's Redemption with Brittany Kirsch

In today’s episode, Brittany will be sharing her journey to motherhood that begins with a discouraging health diagnosis and devastating family loss, but concludes with an awe-inspiring testimony of just how truly remarkable our God is and how He can turn sorrow into dancing! Scripture noted in this episode: “I have told you these things, so that in Me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” John 15:33 Resources shared in the episode: N...

Feb 15, 202318 minSeason 1Ep. 8

007. Believing That God Will Fight For You with Rachel Kinsey

In today’s episode, Rachel will be sharing her journey to motherhood that includes struggle, loss and heartache, but also a beautiful reminder that God was always with her and fighting for her and He is the ultimate Promise Keeper. Scripture noted in this episode: "The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still." Exodus 14:14 If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this form and Heather will be in touch!...

Feb 08, 202352 minSeason 1Ep. 7

006. There's a Miracle in the Making with Heather McCreight Part 1

In today's episode, I am sharing a personal revelation God shared with me recently while I was crying out for Him to speak to me. We are calling this Part 1 because there is much more I want to share about my journey to motherhood, but felt that it was important to share this portion in real time to encourage a woman who is also pleading for God to answer their prayers. Resources shared in the podcast: NLT Thrive Women's Devotional Bible "Partnering with Heaven: Watering Seeds of Hope in the Des...

Feb 01, 202323 minSeason 1Ep. 6

005. Adoption in God's Perfect Timing with Allison Snell

In today’s episode, Allison will be sharing her journey to motherhood that begins with infertility and loss and ends in God opening the door to adoption in His perfect timing. If you are in the Auburn, Alabama area and interested in more information on Allison's small group that supports women going through infertility, you can send an email to hello@forthischildihaveprayed.net If you would like to share your journey to motherhood on the For This Child I Have Prayed podcast, please fill out this...

Jan 25, 202332 minSeason 1Ep. 5
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