Matthew

December 22, 2023

A Wonderful Christmas Story – Part 3

Two days ago, I began a Christmas story that came from my book Bryson City Seasons. You can read Part 1 here and Part 2 here. This is […]
December 21, 2023

A Wonderful Christmas Story – Part 2

Yesterday, I began a Christmas story that came from my book Bryson City Seasons. You can read Part 1 here. This is the second of three parts. I hope […]
December 20, 2023

A Wonderful Christmas Story – Part 1

My most popular books, at least based on sales and letters, are the Bryson City series. In the second book in this series, Bryson City Seasons, I […]
December 19, 2023

Wreaths Across America honors my father

My family and I are so grateful to the volunteers and donors at Wreaths Across America for honoring my father and those heroes buried with him.
December 19, 2023

Avoiding the Christmas blues

A patient recently told me that Christmas music actually makes her sad—and she’s embarrassed to feel like a Grinch. If you can relate, you’re not alone.
December 18, 2023

Toy safety tips for Christmas day

As the presents are being opened at Christmas, if you have small children in the house, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) urges gift-givers to […]
December 17, 2023

If the origin of Christmas is “pagan,” should Christians celebrate the holiday?

As we approach the Christmas holiday, Christians will often be challenged by those who note the “pagan” origin of Christmas. As a result, some Christians believe […]
December 16, 2023

Preventing a Christmas tree fire

Christmas trees may be bright and merry, but they can pose a fire hazard if you’re not careful. The National Fire Protection Association offers these suggestions […]
February 15, 2020

The Fruit of the Spirit is … Love – 1

Do not seek revenge or bear a grudge against anyone among your people, but love your neighbor as yourself. I am the Lord.
February 23, 2020

The Fruit of the Spirit is … Joy – 9

When your words came, I ate them; they were my joy and my heart’s delight, for I bear your name, Lord God Almighty.
February 25, 2020

The Fruit of the Spirit is … Peace – 1

I will grant peace in the land, and you will lie down and no one will make you afraid.
March 5, 2020

The Fruit of the Spirit is … Faithfulness

Now fear the Lord and serve him with all faithfulness … The Lord rewards every man for his righteousness and faithfulness.
March 6, 2020

The Fruit of the Spirit is … Gentleness – 2

But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the […]
March 7, 2020

Clothe Yourselves

“And why do you worry about clothes? See how the flowers of the field grow. They do not labor or spin. Yet I tell you that […]