Linda Shenton Matchett can still name her fifth-grade bully. In this guest post, she explains how her newest Christmas novel taught her that forgiveness starts with a choice, and why the feelings can come later.
Tag Archives: Clean Reads
Why My Characters Wait (And Why “I’m a Christian” Isn’t Their Reason)
Why do my characters wait? It’s not the reason you’d expect. New on the blog: what closed door really means in Christian fiction, and why “no spice” doesn’t mean no heat.
Riding with God: Why Spiritual Training Wheels Are a Lifelong Necessity
No matter how confident we feel navigating life’s path, God invites us to keep our spiritual training wheels firmly in place, trusting Him to steady us through every twist and turn.
When Being Strong Is the Only Thing You Know How to Be
She could outwork any man on the ranch, and she had. But no amount of capability had ever made her feel truly known. If that sounds familiar, Keeper of My Heart was written with you in mind.
Who Do You Think You Are?
Identity isn’t something we earn—it’s something God declares. Discover truth and encouragement through Scripture and story in this heartfelt devotional featuring Dial P for Perfect by Heidi Gray McGill.
Interview with Isabella Skellenger: Developmental Editor Extraordinaire
Get to know Isabella Skellenger, a developmental editor whose blend of instinct, kindness, and faith transforms stories—and encourages authors every step of the way.
God Never Tires: Rejoicing, Praying, and Trusting in Every Season
Feeling overwhelmed? Discover how rejoicing always and praying without ceasing can transform your perspective. Inspired by Matters of the Heart, this devotional reminds us of God’s unwavering faithfulness in every season.
Marriage of Convenience Meets Redemption in A Place to Belong
What do you get when you mix a wounded Civil War veteran, a scandalous past, a secret pregnancy, and a marriage of convenience at Christmas? A heart-stirring novella where grace shows up in whispered prayers, flannel shirts, and one-armed hugs strong enough to hold a whole future.
Micah 6 Devotional: Justice, Mercy, and Humility in Action
This Micah 6:8 devotional explores what God truly desires—justice, mercy, and humility—and reimagines these principles as the heartbeat of a suspense novel.
Steady in the Storm: Keeping Our Eyes on Him
When life feels uncertain, Scripture reminds us to fix our eyes on God. A devotional from a legally blind author who knows what it means to walk by faith, not sight.