This podcast contains sermons from Pastor Sam Holm and others as part of a ministry of First Baptist McKinney located in McKinney Texas USA. Our mission as a church is to live and love like Jesus.
2 Chronicles 20 | Battle Strategies | Chris Havard | Preached July 26, 2026 What do you do when life takes an unexpected turn and the battle in front of you feels impossible to overcome? In this message from 2 Chronicles 20, Pastor Chris Havard walks through the story of King Jehoshaphat and shares five biblical battle strategies for facing fear, uncertainty, and overwhelming circumstances. Rather than relying on human strength, Jehoshaphat sought the Lord, prayed with humility, waited for God's direction, praised Him before the victory, and stepped forward in faith. This message reminds us that faith is not a formula for getting the outcome we want. Instead, God uses both victories and hardships to transform us into the image of Jesus. Whether you're facing anxiety, loss, uncertainty, or a difficult season, you'll discover practical encouragement and lasting hope found in trusting God. The battle may feel overwhelming, but God is faithful, and through Jesus Christ, we can confidently place our eyes on Him. If this message encouraged you, like this video, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs hope today.
Philippians 4:10–23 | Contentment in Christ | Series: Philippians, Summer of Joy | Sam Holm | Preached Jul 19, 2026 What does it take to find lasting contentment when life always seems to call for more? In the final message of our Summer of Joy series, Pastor Sam teaches from Philippians 4:10-23, where the Apostle Paul reveals the secret of contentment. Writing from prison, Paul explains that contentment is not found in comfort, success, or possessions but is learned through trusting Christ in every circumstance. Philippians 4:13 is not a promise of unlimited achievement but a reminder that Christ gives us the strength to faithfully endure whatever life brings. Paul also points to generosity as the overflow of a heart anchored in eternity. When we hold our circumstances loosely, depend on Christ daily, and invest in what lasts forever, we discover that true contentment is found not in having enough but in knowing that Christ is enough.
Philippians 4:1-9 - Rejoice! The Lord is Near | Series: Philippians, Summer of Joy | Justin Hornsby | Preached Jul 12, 2026 How can you experience peace when relationships are strained, anxiety feels overwhelming, or your thoughts won't slow down? In this message from Philippians 4:1-9, Worship Pastor Justin Hornsby continues our Summer of Joy series by reminding us that lasting joy and peace are found in one powerful truth: the Lord is near. The Apostle Paul encourages believers to stand firm in Christ by pursuing unity, choosing reconciliation over division, and extending gentleness to others. He also calls us to replace anxiety with prayer, bringing every concern to God with thankful hearts. While God never promises a life without difficulties, He does promise a peace that surpasses understanding and guards our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, Paul challenges us to intentionally focus our thoughts on whatever is true, honorable, just, pure, lovely, and worthy of praise. What fills our minds shapes how we live. Whether you're facing uncertainty, worry, conflict, or simply longing for deeper joy, this message offers biblical encouragement and practical hope rooted in the nearness of Jesus.
Philippians 3:12-21 - How to Be a Mature Citizen | Series: Philippians, Summer of Joy | Sam Holm | Preached Jul 5, 2026 In Philippians 3:12-21, Pastor Sam challenged us to ask: Where are you looking for hope when life feels uncertain? While the world points us toward politics, success, or circumstances, Paul points us to Jesus. Followers of Christ are called to look ahead by pursuing spiritual maturity, look around by following and becoming Christlike examples, and look up by remembering that our ultimate citizenship is in heaven. Lasting joy isn't found in the changing things of this world but in the unchanging hope we have in Christ. Maturing followers of Jesus find lasting joy by fixing their eyes on Christ and living as citizens of heaven. Outline: Look Ahead — Press on toward knowing Christ. (Philippians 3:12-16) Look Around — Follow Christlike examples and help others follow Jesus. (Philippians 3:17-19) Look Up — Live with heaven as your true citizenship and eagerly await Christ's return. (Philippians 3:20-21)
Philippians 3:1–11 - Knowing Jesus | Series: Philippians, Summer of Joy | Sam Holm | Preached 6-28-26 10:45 AM What really defines your worth: your accomplishments, reputation, morality, or success? In this message from Philippians 3:1–11, Sam Holm challenges us to consider what truly counts. The Apostle Paul shows that every gain the world offers, including success, family, religion, or self-righteousness, without knowing Christ is ultimately loss. Yet every loss, when joined with knowing Christ, becomes gain. Through faith in Jesus, we receive the righteousness we could never earn on our own. Philippians 3:10–11 reveals Paul's deepest desire: to know Jesus, experience the power of His resurrection, and walk with Him even in suffering. This message reminds us that lasting joy is found in Jesus alone, and that He uses even our hardest seasons to draw us closer to Him. The goal of the Christian life is not merely getting to heaven someday, but knowing Jesus more deeply every day. Tag: Philippians, Joy, Summer, Knowing Jesus, Christ, Gospel, Paul, Faith, Righteousness, Grace, Salvation, Suffering, Resurrection, Resurrection Power, Identity in Christ, Loss, Gain, Spiritual Growth, Discipleship, Sanctification, Obedience, Lordship, Fellowship, Joy in Suffering, Hope, Transformation, Worship, Bible, Scripture, Christianity, Church, Christian, Eternal Life, Encouragement
Philippians 2:12-30 - Shining as Lights | Series: Philippians, Summer of Joy | Sam Holm | Preached 6-21-26 10:45 AM Tag: Philippians, Joy, Summer, Vacation, Prison, Gospel, Paul, Gratitude, Comfort, Jesus, Grace, Pain, Life, Others, Humility, Unity, Transformation, Discipleship, Servanthood, Mindset, Worship, Faith, Community, Bible, Scripture, Christianity, Church, Christian, Salvation, Encouragement, Obedience, Lordship, Fellowship
Philippians 2:1-11 - The Mind of Christ | Series: Philippians, Summer of Joy | Sam Holm | Preached 6-14-26 9:15 AM Tag: Philippians, Joy, Summer, Vacation, Prison, Gospel, Paul, Gratitude, Comfort, Jesus, Grace, Pain, Life, Others, Humility, Unity, Transformation, Discipleship, Servanthood, Mindset, Worship, Faith, Community, Bible, Scripture, Christianity, Church, Christian, Salvation, Encouragement, Obedience, Lordship, Fellowship
Philippians 2:1-11 - The Mind of Christ | Series: Philippians, Summer of Joy | Sam Holm | Preached 6-14-26 9:15am Tag: Philippians, Joy, Summer, Vacation, Prison, Gospel, Paul, Gratitude, Comfort, Jesus, Grace, Pain, Life, Others, Humility, Unity, Transformation, Discipleship, Servanthood, Mindset, Worship, Faith, Community, Bible, Scripture, Christianity, Church, Christian, Salvation, Encouragement, Obedience, Lordship, Fellowship
Philippians 1:20-25 - The Meaning of Life | Series: Philippians, Summer of Joy | Warren Samuels, Guest Speaker | Preached 6-7-26 10:45am Tag: Philippians, Joy, Fun, Summer, Vacation, Prison, Gospel, Citizen, Paul, Gratitude, Comfort, Christ, Grace, Pain, Life, Meaning, Purpose, Death, Gain, Depart, Faith
Philippians 1:12-18 - Joy Survives Suffering | Series: Philippians, Summer of Joy | Sam Holm, Lead Pastor | Preached 5-31-26 10:45am Tag: Philippians, Joy, Fun, Summer, Vacation, Prison, Gospel, Citizen, Paul, Gratitude, Comfort, Christ, Grace, Pain, Suffering, prison, Glory. Letter, Escape, Mission
Philippians 1:1-11 - Where Joy Grows | Series: Philippians, Summer of Joy | Sam Holm, Lead Pastor | Preached 5-24-26 10:45am Tag: Philippians, Joy, Fun, Summer, Vacation, Prison, Gospel, Citizen, Paul, Gratitude, Comfort, Christ, Grace
Proverbs 3:5-6 - Dependance Determines Direction | Series: Homegrown: Parenting in Proverbs | Sam Holm, Lead Pastor | Preached 5-17-26 10:45am Tag: Proverbs, Parent, Parenting, Plants, Wisdom, Christian, Solomon, Leadership, Bible, Family, Faith, Children, Kids, Mom, Dad, Graduation, Grad, Life, Crutches, Lean, Depend
Proverbs 31:10-31 - Living Legacy - Mothers Day | Series: Homegrown: Parenting in Proverbs | Sam Holm, Lead Pastor | Preached 5-10-26 10:45am Tag: Proverbs, Parent, Parenting, Plants, Wisdom, Christian, Solomon, Leadership, Bible, Family, Faith, Children, Kids, Mom, Dad, Growth, Listen, Instruction, Mom, Mother, Women, Thirty One, Card, Portrait, Praise
Proverbs 18:20-21 - Tell More Stories | Series: Homegrown: Parenting in Proverbs | Mark Presley, Creative Minister | Preached 5-03-26 10:45am Tag: Proverbs, Parent, Parenting, Plants, Wisdom, Christian, Solomon, Leadership, Bible, Family, Faith, Children, Kids, Mom, Dad, Growth, Listen, Instruction, Story, Stories, Grace, Salvation, Venus Flytrap, Love, Mouth, Speech
Proverbs 4:20-27 - How to Guard your Heart | Series: Homegrown: Parenting in Proverbs | Sam Holm, Lead Pastor | Preached 4-26-26 10:45am Tag: Proverbs, Parent, Parenting, Plants, Wisdom, Christian, Solomon, Leadership, Bible, Family, Faith, Children, Kids, Mom, Dad, Growth, Listen, Instruction, Technology, Screens, Accountability, Purity, Ears, Eyes, Heart
Proverbs 3:11-12 - Delight/Discipline | Series: Homegrown: Parenting in Proverbs | Justin Hornsby, Worship Pastor | Preached 4-19-26 10:45am Tag: Proverbs, Parent, Parenting, Plants, Wisdom, Christian, Solomon, Leadership, Bible, Family, Faith, Children, Kids, Mom, Dad, Growth, Listen, Instruction, Discipline, Delight, Train, Trust
Proverbs 1:1-9 - Growth God's Way | Series: Homegrown: Parenting in Proverbs | Sam Holm, Lead Pastor | Preached 4-12-26 10:45am Tag: Proverbs, Parent, Parenting, Plants, Wisdom, Christian, Solomon, Leadership, Bible, Family, Faith, Children, Kids, Mom, Dad, Growth, Listen, Instruction
John 16:33 - Don't Let Trouble Trouble You | Easter Sunday | Series: Not Alone - Easter 2026 | Upper Room Discourse | Sam Holm, Lead Pastor | Preached 4-5-26 10:00am Tag: Easter, Good Friday, Ash Wednesday, Lent, Fasting, Prayer, Last Supper, Jesus, Disciples, Teaching, Upper Room, Abide, Trouble, Pain, Hurt, Peace, Hope Salvation, Grace, Overcome
John 16:16-33 - Results of the Resurrection | Series: Not Alone - Easter 2026 | Upper Room Discourse | Sam Holm, Lead Pastor | Preached 3-29-26 10:45am Tag: Easter, Good Friday, Ash Wednesday, Lent, Fasting, Prayer, Last Supper, Jesus, Disciples, Teaching, Upper Room, Abide, Invite, Father, Access, Sorrow, Victory, Peace, Love, Promise
John 16:4-15 - How the Holy Spirit Helps | Series: Not Alone - Easter 2026 | Upper Room Discourse | Sam Holm, Lead Pastor | Preached 3-22-26 10:45am Tag: Easter, Good Friday, Ash Wednesday, Lent, Fasting, Prayer, Last Supper, Jesus, Disciples, Teaching, Upper Room, Abide, Dominican, Mission Trip, Sick, Grace, Hope, Helper, Holy Spirit, Trinity
John 15:18-16:4 - Hated but Never Forsaken | Series: Not Alone - Easter 2026 | Upper Room Discourse | Justin Hornsby, Worship Pastor | Preached 3-15-26 10:45am Tag: Easter, Good Friday, Ash Wednesday, Lent, Fasting, Prayer, Last Supper, Jesus, Disciples, Teaching, Upper Room, Abide, Jersey, Team, Christian, Persecuted, Martyr, Hate, Pain, Forsaken, Love, Hope, Precious
John 15:1-17 - Abiding in Jesus | Series: Not Alone - Easter 2026 | Upper Room Discourse | Sam Holm, Lead Pastor | Preached 3-08-26 10:45am Tag: Easter, Good Friday, Ash Wednesday, Lent, Fasting, Prayer, Last Supper, Jesus, Disciples, Teaching, Upper Room, Abide, Stay Connected, Change, Joy, Fruit, Plug, Electricity, Vine, Branches, Lamp
John 14:15-31 - Empowered Like Jesus | Series: Not Alone - Easter 2026 | Upper Room Discourse | Ben Purvis, Groups Minister | Preached 3-01-26 10:45am Tag: Easter, Good Friday, Ash Wednesday, Lent, Fasting, Prayer, Last Supper, Jesus, Disciples, Teaching, Upper Room, Holy Spirit, Orphan, Represented, Home, Love, Rise, Secure, Strength, Hearts
John 14:1-14 - Facing Turbulence | Series: Not Alone - Easter 2026 | Upper Room Discourse | Sam Holm, Lead Pastor | Preached 2-22-26 10:45am Tag: Easter, Good Friday, Ash Wednesday, Lent, Fasting, Prayer, Last Supper, Jesus, Disciples, Teaching, Upper Room, Plane, Fly, Trouble, Airplane, Help, Pilot, Trust, Grace, Ask, Pray
John 13:31-38 - Cross Shaped Love | Series: Not Alone - Easter 2026 | Upper Room Discourse | Sam Holm, Lead Pastor | Preached 2-15-26 10:45am Tag: Easter, Good Friday, Ash Wednesday, Lent, Fasting, Prayer, Last Supper, Jesus, Disciples, Teaching, Upper Room, Serve, Glorify God, Satan, Cross, Life, Friend, Bus
Genesis 3:1-24 - Grace When Paradise Was Lost | Series: In the Beginning: Genesis 1-3 | Justin Hornsby, Worship Pastor | Preached 2-08-26 Tag: Genesis, Creation, Beginnings, Created, Good, Image, Order, Rest, Choice, Trust, Broken, Fall, Tree, Apple, Sin, Knowledge, Grace, Wreck, Snake, Telephone Pole, Trust, Choice, Believe
Genesis 2:18-24 - God's Design for Marriage | Series: In the Beginning: Genesis 1-3 | Sam Holm, Lead Pastor. | Preached 2-1-26 Tag: Genesis, Creation, Beginnings, Created, Good, Image, Order, Rest, Choice, Trust, Broken, Fall, Tree, Marriage, Wedding, Couple, Bond, Love, Eve, Adam, Rib, Helper, Strengthen, Prioritize
Genesis 2:1-17 - Rest and Work | Series: In the Beginning: Genesis 1-4 | Sam Holm, Lead Pastor | Preached 1-25-26 - Ice Storm Tag: Genesis, Creation, Beginnings, Created, Good, Image, Order, Rest, Choice, Trust, Broken, Fall, Tree, Work, Rest, Job, Faith, Relax, Sabbath, Day 7, Tree, Ice, Snowday, Snow
Genesis 1:26-31 - Our Origin Story | Series: In the Beginning: Genesis 1-4 | Sam Holm, Lead Pastor | Preached 1-18-25 10:45pm Tag: Genesis, Creation, Beginnings, Created, Good, Image, Order, Rest, Choice, Trust, Broken, Fall, Image, Man, Woman, Gender, Sanctity of Life, MLK, Love, Hope
Genesis 1:1-25 - Who Put Everything Together? | Series: In the Beginning: Genesis 1-4 | Sam Holm, Lead Pastor | Preached 1-11-25 10:45pm Tag: Genesis, Creation, Beginnings, Created, Good, Image, Order, Rest, Choice, Trust, Broken, Fall, Sin, Consequences, Questions, Science, New, Old, Love
Day of Prayer | Series: In the Beginning: Genesis 1-4 | Sam Holm, Lead Pastor | Preached 1-04-25 10:45pm Tag: Genesis, Creation, Beginnings, Created, Good, Image, Order, Rest, Choice, Trust, Broken, Fall, Sin, Consequences, Grace, Mercy, Exile, Hope, Prayer
Luke 15:11-32 - No Place Like Home | Series: No Place Like Home for Christmas | Hayden Gilliam, Student Minister | Preached 12-28-25 4:00pm Tag: Christmas Eve, Advent, Nativity, Manger, Baby, Jesus, Holiday, Music, Prodigal, Son, Father, Return, Restore, Runaway, Restore, Return, Reaction, Redemption, Pigs, Run, Mess, Disciple, Brother
Into Our Darkness, Light Has Come - Christmas Eve 2025 Sermon | Series: No Place Like Home for Christmas | Sam Holm, Lead Pastor | Preached 12-24-25 4:00pm Tag: Christmas Eve, Advent, Nativity, Manger, Baby, Jesus, Holiday, Music, Hope, Peace, Joy, Christ, Matthew, Light, Dark, Tree, Martin Luther, Hope, Darkness, Cross, Christmas Tree, Salvation
Matthew 2:13-23 - What are your Christmas plans? | Series: No Place Like Home for Christmas | Sam Holm, Lead Pastor | Preached 12-21-25 10:45am Tag: Christmas, Advent, Nativity, Manger, Baby, Jesus, Holiday, Music, Hope, Peace, Joy, Christ, Matthew, Hurt, Pain, Loss, Exile, Suffering, Jealousy, Pride, Savior, Love, Lords Supper
Matthew 2:1-12 - Three Responses to Christmas | Series: No Place Like Home for Christmas | Justin Hornsby, Worship Pastor | Preached 12-14-25 10:45am Tag: Christmas, Advent, Nativity, Manger, Baby, Jesus, Holiday, Music, Family, Kids, Parents, Hope, Peace, Joy, Christ, Matthew, Wisemen, Oz, Hope, Treasures, Response, Hope, Worship, True
Matthew 1:18-25 - When Things Don't Go As Planned | Series: No Place Like Home for Christmas | Sam Holm, Lead Pastor | Preached 12-07-25 10:45am Tag: Christmas, Advent, Nativity, Manger, Baby, Jesus, Holiday, Music, Family, Kids, Parents, Hope, Peace, Joy, Christ, Matthew, Birth, Obey, Trust, Believe, Hark Harold
Matthew 1:1-17 - McKinney Christmas | Series: No Place Like Home for Christmas | Sam Holm, Lead Pastor | Preached 11-30-25 10:45am Tag: Christmas, Advent, Nativity, Manger, Baby, Jesus, Holiday, Music, Family, Kids, Parents, Hope, Peace, Joy, Christ, Matthew, Home, Musical, McKinney Christmas, Faith
John 15:7-8 - Gravitate | Series: Beyond 2025 | Sam Holm, Lead Pastor | Preached 11-23-25 10:45am DNOW Weekend Tag: Beyond, Mission, Mission Trip, Pray, Give, Go, Servant, Pray, Abide, Silence, Listen, Ping Pong, Closer, Draw, Ball, Words
Acts 1:1-14 - World Changers | Series: Beyond 2025 | Vance Pitman, Guest Speaker | Preached 11-16-25 10:45am Tag: Beyond, Mission, Mission Trip, Pray, Give, Go, Servant, Serve, Community, Globe, Global, Ministry, Missional, Church Plant, Send, Pray, World, Planter
1 Timothy 6:17–19 - How to “Be Rich” | Series: Beyond 2025 | Sam Holm, Lead Pastor | Preached 11-09-25 10:45am Tag: Beyond, Mission, Mission Trip, Pray, Give, Go, Servant, Serve, Community, Globe, Global, Ministry, Missional, Steward, Stewardship, Tithe, Give, Giving, Sacrifice, Wisdom, Money
1 Peter 5:6-14 - Suffering and the Supernatural | Series: Worship in the Wilderness, 1 Peter | Sam Holm, Lead Pastor | Preached 10-26-25 10:45am Tag: New Testament, 1 Peter, Pain, Exile, Hurt, Grace, Awkward, Silent, Help, Hurt, Hope, Focus, End, Devil, Lion, Prayer, Humble
1 Peter 5:1-5 - The Mindset of Good Shepherds | Series: Worship in the Wilderness, 1 Peter | Sam Holm, Lead Pastor | Preached 10-19-25 10:45am Tag: New Testament, 1 Peter, Pain, Exile, Hurt, Grace, Awkward, Silent, Preach, Leader, Pulpit, Give, Get, Proud, Posture, Pride
1 Peter 4:12-19 - The Fiery Trials | Series: Worship in the Wilderness, 1 Peter | Justin Hornsby, Worship Pastor | Preached 10-12-25 10:45am Tag: New Testament, 1 Peter, Pain, Exile, Hurt, Grace, Trial, Suffering, Response, Cat, Jesus, Testing, Strange, Alaska, Fly, Pilot
1 Peter 4:1-11 - Live With The End in Mind | Series: Worship in the Wilderness, 1 Peter | Sam Holm, Lead Pastor | Preached 10-5-25 10:45am Tag: New Testament, 1 Peter, Pain, Exile, Hurt, Grace, Hope, Hike, Preserve, Revelation, End Times, Pain, Mountain, Tour De Blanc, Sacrifice, Hurt, Lords Supper
1 Peter 2:4-10 - God's Construction Project | Series: Worship in the Wilderness, 1 Peter | Sam Holm, Lead Pastor | Preached 9-28-25 10:45am Tag: New Testament, 1 Peter, Pain, Exile, Hurt, Grace, Hope, Building, Grand Opening, Lego, Temple, Bricks, Wall, Church
1 Peter 3:1-7 - God's Design for Marriage | Series: Worship in the Wilderness, 1 Peter | Steve & Debbie Wilson, guest Speaker - MarriageMattersNow.org | Preached 9-21-25 10:45am Tag: New Testament, 1 Peter, Pain, Exile, Hurt, Grace, Hope, Comfort, Love, Respect, Marriage
1 Peter 3:8-22 - Living Proactively in Persecution | Series: Worship in the Wilderness, 1 Peter | Sam Holm, Worship Pastor | Preached 9-14-25 10:45am Tag: New Testament, 1 Peter, Pain, Exile, Hurt, Grace, Hope, Comfort, Love, Honor, Ordination, Honor, Salvation, Evangelism, Share, 3 Circles, Interview, Witness, Tell
1 Peter 2:11-25 - Showing Honor | Series: Worship in the Wilderness, 1 Peter | Sam Holm, Worship Pastor | Preached 9-7-25 10:45am Tag: New Testament, 1 Peter, Pain, Exile, Hurt, Grace, Hope, Comfort, Love, Honor, Work, Boss, School, Lords Supper, Teacher, Government, Respect
1 Peter 1:22-2:3 - Spiritual Maturity | Series: Worship in the Wilderness, 1 Peter | Sam Holm, Worship Pastor | Preached 8-31-25 10:45am Tag: New Testament, 1 Peter, Pain, Exile, Hurt, Grace, Hope, Comfort, Love, Stuffed Animal, Hope, Grow, Move, Growth, Impact, Start
1 Peter 1:13-25 - Live in Hope, Live in Holiness, Live in Fear | Series: Worship in the Wilderness, 1 Peter | Justin Hornsby, Worship Pastor | Preached 8-24-25 10:45am Tag: New Testament, 1 Peter, Pain, Exile, Hurt, Grace, Hope, Comfort, Love, Pray, Prayer, Trophy, Ball, Jesus, Holy, Hope, Holiness, Chains, Joy
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