He had always been a fearful father However, this characterization of Matt changed when Strout, Frank's killer, was released from imprisonment.

Matt takes revenge on his own hands, for he believes that he does not deserve the freedom that he got after killing his son. Thus, he now becomes an individual determined to avenge his son, and does so by killing Strout.

Matt's characterization in "Killings" illustrates how character transition is achieved by bringing strength to his personality….]
Yes, sounds it is tempting
The authoritative message :)