About the author
Matthew Swihart, JD, MFA, is a writer, attorney, martial arts instructor, and devout Christian who has engaged in daily hermeneutical study for most of his life. He holds a Juris Doctor from Stetson University College of Law, a Master of Fine Arts in Writing from Goddard College, and a Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing from the University of South Florida. As an attorney and mediator, Matthew has extensive experience breaking down complex ideas and concepts to help people make wiser decisions, often changing their lives in the process. Matthew strives to live his faith as best he can, though he often stumbles. Matthew has spent most of his life in Florida, but currently resides in Oregon with his wife, Gianna, their cocker spaniel, Heidi-Monster, and a cat named Fulana.