Holy Cross Anglican

Fr. John Mozingo

Sunday Sermon Series from Holy Cross Anglican Church in Winterville, NC presented in Podcast Form.  Hear short teachings from Fr. John Mozingo based on the ACNA Lectionary from the 2019 Book of Common Prayer.

Episodes

  1. 09/09/2024

    Stand Firm Against Temptation (September 8th, 2024)

    In this episode, Fr. John Mozingo of Holy Cross Anglican Church in Winterville, NC, dives into the everyday battle we all face: temptation. From the temptation to react in anger, to relying on our own strength instead of God’s guidance, we all encounter challenges that test our faith. Fr. John explores key scriptures that provide practical insights on how to recognize and resist these temptations with God’s help. Drawing from James, Psalms, Isaiah, and the Gospel of Mark, this episode covers: •Recognizing Temptations: How to identify and navigate the common temptations that come our way. •Trusting in God Rather Than Ourselves: The importance of placing our trust in God, who is our true source of help and strength. •God’s Power to Transform: How God can turn our struggles and fears into opportunities for growth and hope. •Jesus as the Example and Healer: Following Jesus’ example of care and healing, and opening our hearts to His grace. Whether you’re dealing with stress, uncertainty, or just the daily pressures of life, this episode offers encouraging and relatable guidance on how to stand firm in your faith. Be sure to listen, like, and subscribe to stay connected with future messages. And if you’re in the Winterville area, we’d love to have you join us in person at Holy Cross Anglican Church on Sunday mornings at 10 AM in the Ruritan building. Visit us online at HolyCross-AnglicanChurch.com for more information. Let’s face life’s temptations together with the strength that comes from faith in God!

  2. 09/02/2024

    The Battle Within: Overcoming Internal Struggles (Sep 1st, 2024)

    Welcome to this episode of the Holy Cross Anglican Church Podcast with Fr. John Mozingo! Today, we’re tackling a topic that’s deeply personal and universally relevant: the battle within our own hearts. We often think our greatest challenges are external—difficult circumstances, relationships, or pressures from the world around us. But as Jesus teaches in Mark 7:1-23, the real struggle often lies within. In this episode, Fr. John explores how our internal struggles—like anger, envy, frustration, and pride—can defile us far more than any external influence. He unpacks Jesus’ teachings to help us recognize these inner battles and offers practical steps for inviting God into the process of heart transformation. Key Takeaways: •Discover the true source of our internal struggles and how to address them. •Learn how to recognize and confront the negative thoughts and emotions that defile us from within. •Understand the importance of heart transformation through Christ and how it leads to true inner peace. •Gain practical steps to guard your heart daily and live a life aligned with God’s truth. Illustrations and Insights: •The car warning light: Addressing problems under the hood, not just the symptoms. •The shaken soda bottle: How external pressures reveal our internal state. •The transformation of a caterpillar into a butterfly: A powerful image of inner change. Reflection Questions: •What internal battles are you facing today? •How can you invite God into those areas of your life to bring about change? •What daily practices can you adopt to guard your heart and grow spiritually? Join us for this insightful and encouraging episode as we explore how to overcome the battle within and find freedom through a transformed heart.

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Sunday Sermon Series from Holy Cross Anglican Church in Winterville, NC presented in Podcast Form.  Hear short teachings from Fr. John Mozingo based on the ACNA Lectionary from the 2019 Book of Common Prayer.