Can you even believe it?!? We are talking today to Jill Donovan of Rustic Cuff! This was so much fun to record, partly because she is just so extraordinary, and partly because she invited us to her beautiful office to do our recording! We loved getting to see behind the scenes of her store, where the world of Rustic Cuff takes shape. It was amazing!

Jill has chosen a new hobby every year for the last 42 years! She has had all sorts of interesting pastimes, from memorization, to learning how to play unusual instruments, to learning magic tricks! One of her "hobbies" became her life's work and ministry: making cuffs. You will get to hear how that started, how a comment from Oprah changed things, and how Jill has learned to never lose her sense of wonder.

We learned about forgiving dream-stealers, not comparing our Chapter One to someone else's Chapter Twenty, and learning to always say "Yes" to God's prompting. Jill's story is one of hope, creativity, and inspiration. She has been through a lot and was so gracious to share her lessons of trusting in God each step of the way, even when the way doesn't seem clear. You will love this one!

Rustic Cuff

The Kindness Effect

Isaiah 41:10

Psalm 119:105

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Our guest for this episode is Art Haddaway, the Editor for the Owasso Reporter. He is also a published author with a new book out: Reflections of an Editor; Insights and Observations of a Small-Town Newsman. His book is currently available at Arthaddaway.com and Amazon. It is also available on Audible. We think you'll want to get a copy after hearing Art's story.

Art shares about the difficulties of going through a divorce during the COVID-19 pandemic shutdown. He was hurt and broken, and found it difficult to trust God for a time. He says he learned through that lonely experience "the peace from God far outweighs any worldly pleasure."

He is open, honest, and vulnerable and we were so thankful for his willingness to share. If you've ever been through an experience of confusion and had a hard time understanding what to do next, this is for you. Also, if you are interested in journalism, this one's for you!

Psalm 40

Owasso Reporter

Reflections of an Editor

Arthaddaway.com

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Imagine the horror of running for your life from your home. Bonnie Walters had this experience as a young girl. She tells a story of God walking her through an emotional night with a father who had an addiction to alcohol. She describes this very traumatic moment. As a trigger warning, we do talk about domestic violence in this episode.

This is also a story of restoration! Bonnie’s story will inspire you and give you insight into fear and forgiveness. Listen in!

Romans 2:4

Trust His Heart by Babbie Mason

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#alcoholism

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#forgiveness

#repentance

This conversation will encourage you to trust and obey God! Ann listened to what God told her to do. She felt called to missions at an early age and didn’t even question it! She met her husband at OBU and married him. God called both of them in a miraculous moment, and they took the leap into missions in SE Asia.

They have lived overseas for 20 years now. They have raised their four children there, and they deeply love the people there. At first, they experienced intense culture shock and loneliness. They learned to trust the Lord with every step in SE Asia.

You are going to love their story of faith and obedience at every turn.

Acts 2:42

Facebook handle: Ann Bussert Hall

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When Jill Bowman got married, she didn't know the difficult journey that she and her husband would have to take. She married her high school sweetheart, Tom. They have two beautiful children and a beautiful story that will encourage your faith. Jill is a math teacher and works at Tulsa Tech.

In 2009, her husband found out he had cancer in a very surprising way. What they thought was a sinus infection turned out to be much more. The next few years would bring challenges and valleys. They also grew closer to the Lord and closer to each other. Tom survived his cancer diagnosis and is healthy today! They learned more than they ever expected through their journey.

Jill shares that God delights in the details. Even when we think He is silent and can't feel Him, He is there. He is not silent. He speaks to our souls, we need only to listen and trust. There is also a moving story at the end that Jill wrote and shares with us.

Psalm 39:13

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#lymphoma

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Amy Cordova is a bright spot in the OKC area! She is currently the Oklahoma Coordinator for Missions and Women's Ministries with Oklahoma Baptists. She is married to her high school sweetheart and they have three beautiful children.

Amy and her husband have a ministry serving at Bright City Church in Oklahoma City. Since they are located near Putnam City West High School, they have begun a ministry where they serve lunch for students at FCA and even send little gifts to the teachers. She offers ideas for great ways to serve our communities and local schools.

She says, "God is calling us into His work and it doesn't have to be complicated. That doesn't mean it will be easy or simple, but we just trust Him as we go." You will love her! If you would like to help support their ministry at PC West, you can go to brightcityokc.com to donate.

Philippians 4:19

1 John 1:5

Colossians 3:2

brightcityokc.com

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#fca

#makeHisnameknown

Stacee Goetzinger is the cutest, sweetest thing you will ever hear! She and her husband, Doug, have been married 29 years and have two beautiful girls. They also have their own podcast, Speak Out Loud.

Stacee shares about having an eating disorder that almost killed her. She talks about her traumatic journey with anorexia, and how she came through the other side. Life is not a straight line of everything working out in a neat little package. It's a process with ups and downs. We also discuss cutting in this episode.

You are going to love her heart and honesty. Stacee has also written a book called, You Are Worth Saving. It is available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble or you can listen to it on Audible. Stacee shares her story in the hopes of helping others who may be walking this same road.

Psalm 118:17

1 Peter 5

Isaiah 43

You are Worth Saving by Stacee Goetzinger

Speak Out Loud Podcast

Stacee Goetzinger is the cutest, sweetest thing you will hear! She and her husband, Doug, have been married 29 years and have 2 beautiful girls. They also have their own podcast, Speak Out Loud.

Stacee shares about having an eating disorder that almost killed her. She talks about what led her to that, trauma in her life and how she came through the other side. Life is not a straight line of everything working out in a neat little package. It's a process with ups and downs. We also discuss cutting in this episode.

You are going to love her heart and honesty. Stacee has also written a book called, You are Worth Saving. It is available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble or you can listen to it on Audible.

Psalm 118:17

1 Peter 5

Isaiah 43

You are Worth Saving by Stacee Goetzinger

Speak Out Loud Podcast

#afrayedknotpodcast

#eatingdisorder

#anorexia

#cutting

#Hisgraceissufficient

Stacee Goetzinger is the cutest, sweetest thing you will ever hear! She and her husband, Doug, have been married 29 years and have two beautiful girls. They also have their own podcast, Speak Out Loud.

Stacee shares about having an eating disorder that almost killed her. She talks about her traumatic journey with anorexia, and how she came through the other side. Life is not a straight line of everything working out in a neat little package. It's a process with ups and downs. We also discuss cutting in this episode.

You are going to love her heart and honesty. Stacee has also written a book called, You Are Worth Saving. It is available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble or you can listen to it on Audible. Stacee shares her story in the hopes of helping others who may be walking this same road.

Psalm 118:17

1 Peter 5

Isaiah 43

You are Worth Saving by Stacee Goetzinger

Speak Out Loud Podcast

Stacee Goetzinger is the cutest, sweetest thing you will hear! She and her husband, Doug, have been married 29 years and have 2 beautiful girls. They also have their own podcast, Speak Out Loud.

Stacee shares about having an eating disorder that almost killed her. She talks about what led her to that, trauma in her life and how she came through the other side. Life is not a straight line of everything working out in a neat little package. It's a process with ups and downs. We also discuss cutting in this episode.

You are going to love her heart and honesty. Stacee has also written a book called, You are Worth Saving. It is available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble or you can listen to it on Audible.

Psalm 118:17

1 Peter 5

Isaiah 43

You are Worth Saving by Stacee Goetzinger

Speak Out Loud Podcast

#afrayedknotpodcast

#eatingdisorder

#anorexia

#cutting

#Hisgraceissufficient

Today on A Frayed Knot we are talking about a tender subject. This episode is about domestic violence. We hope it helps you see warning signs for yourself or someone you may know. We are grateful to Tiffany for being so vulnerable and sharing her painful experience with us.

Tiffany Davis tells us about being in an abusive relationship for over 20 years. She will tell us warning signs and red flags that were overlooked, how she covered it up so other people wouldn't see the reality of her situation. Thankfully, Tiffany's story doesn't end there; she finally got out of the harmful and dangerous spot she was in.

She is now in a happy, healthy relationship with her new husband. We hope this is helpful to our listeners to understand and recognize what may be happening around you. There are some violent descriptions told, just to give you a trigger warning.

Recommended Scriptures:

Isaiah 41:10

Recommended Resources:

Safenet Services

Domestic Violence 1-800-799-7233

http://www.thehotline.org

dvis.org 918-743-5763

In emergency, please call 911

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#domesticviolence

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If you’ve heard of the 5 Voices, 5 Gears or 100X Leader, you will know our guest, Jeremie Kubicek! Jeremie is a content creator and leadership expert. He and his wife, Kelly, have three adult children and are currently in OKC in a neighborhood they created.

Jeremie tells a story of an accident in Mexico in which he actually died! The power of prayer is all over this! You are not going to believe the story until you hear it. That’s all we're putting in the show notes about it because you really have to hear this for yourself!

Jeremie talks about turning negatives into positives, and letting the negatives fuel you instead of discount you.

Books by Jeremie Kubicek:

100x Leader

5 Voices

5 Gears

Making Leadership Come Alive

Leadership Is Dead

Scripture Passage Reference:

Matthew 10

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