Passing the Gospel Torch - The Rev. Matt Shepard

In this powerful sermon, we’re reminded that our calling as Christians—and especially as Anglicans—is to contend for the faith once received. Drawing from St. Jude 1:3 and 2 Timothy 2:1–10, this message challenges us to remember, guard, and share the Gospel that has been faithfully handed down through 65 generations of believers. Fr. Matt reminds us that to contend for the faith doesn’t mean fighting with aggression—but standing firm in active, courageous defense of the truth of Jesus Christ. We are called to be faithful stewards: to remember the Gospel’s impact in our lives, to pass it on to others, and to live it out with grace, generosity, and power. Through Scripture, liturgy, daily devotion, and the giving of our time, talents, and treasure, we continue the mission that began with the apostles. The Word of God is not bound, and its success is guaranteed. Now, it’s our generation’s turn to carry the torch forward—to protect, preserve, and proclaim the faith once received. ✝️ Key Themes: Contending for the faith once received Remembering and sharing the Gospel Living as faithful stewards of God’s grace The power of the unbound Word of God Passing the torch to future generations Giving freely—time, talents, and treasure Confidence rooted in Christ, not ourselves 🔑 Scripture References: Jude 1:3 – “Contend for the faith that was once for all delivered to the saints.” 2 Timothy 2:1–10 – “Be strengthened by the grace that is in Christ Jesus.” John 14:6 – “I am the way, the truth, and the life.” 📢 Keywords & Hashtags: Faith once received, Contend for the faith, Gospel stewardship, 2 Timothy 2, St. Jude 1:3, Passing the faith, Anglican tradition, Word of God is not bound, Christ the King Anglican Church, Living the Gospel, Daily office, Christian discipleship, Fr. Matt's sermon #FaithOnceReceived #GospelStewardship #AnglicanFaith #ContendForTheFaith #ChristTheKingChurch #UnboundWord #ChristianLiving #JesusChrist #GospelPower