How Max Lucado Inspired Matthew West's New Christmas Song "Because of Bethlehem"

December 22, 2023

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Merry Christmas a few days early! In this episode, Michael sits down with Christian musician Matthew West to talk about holiday traditions, his songwriting process and his new special Christmas Concert “Come Home for Christmas” out TODAY!

On Dec. 22 at 8 p.m., West’s holiday special, Come Home for Christmas, airs on TBN, showcasing classic tunes and some of his top original songs. It was recorded at Belmont University’s Fisher Center and includes scenes from his annual Christmas-themed event, also called Come Home for Christmas, held in Franklin, Tennessee.

The TBN special will also include classic Christmas carols such as Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas and Winter Wonderland. It concludes with a prayer by Matthew's father, Pastor Joe West.

Read the Companion Article: https://www.crosswalk.com/headlines/michael-foust/matthew-west-finds-inspiration-for-christmas-songs-in-the-summertime.html

Watch The Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NA9Eqp4m8p8

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Michael Foust has covered the intersection of faith and culture for more than two decades. His stories have appeared in the Knoxville News Sentinel, Christianity Today, Toronto Star and Baptist Press.

Michael enjoys popcorn, college football, history, hiking, growing tomatoes, and watching his children play sports. He is a graduate of the University of Tennessee and Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, husband to his amazing wife, Julie, and the father of four super kids.