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Looking for a way to welcome a congregation into the service? This welcome countdown video is perfect for opening up church services. It has a beautiful background image of nature - waves on a beautiful beach seashore, to remind us that we worship the LORD who created the beauty in the world we live in.
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Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective
Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional, Progressive
Suit up and stand firm in spiritual battles with this powerful Series Media Collection. Featuring dynamic videos, graphics, and visuals, these resources guide your congregation through the life-changing truths of the Armor of God passage, tailoring biblical principles for modern spiritual warfare.
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Genres: Powerful, Uplifting
Start your service with beauty and clarity using this 5-minute countdown motion background featuring a stunning sunset sky. Ideal for setting a peaceful and punctual tone before worship begins, this smooth loop provides a warm visual cue for your congregation to settle in and prepare their hearts.
Scripture: Psalm 46:10, Psalm 100:4, Isaiah 40:31, Lamentations 3:25, Matthew 18:20, Psalm 122:1, Hebrews 10:24-25, John 4:24, Psalm 19:1, Ecclesiastes 3:1, Colossians 3:16, Philippians 4:6-7, Psalm 95:6, Romans 12:1, Ephesians 5:19, Revelation 4:11, Psalm 27:14, Isaiah 26:3, 2 Chronicles 5:13-14, Psalm 63:1 (view more) (view less)
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Five minute countdown to open up a church service.
Scripture: Matthew 2:13, Luke 2:8, Matthew 1:25, Luke 2:15, Luke 2:17, Luke 2:21, Luke 2:38, Zechariah 9:9, Isaiah 7:14, Luke 1:26-35, Matthew 1:18-25, Isaiah 9:6-7, Luke 2:8-14, Matthew 2:10-12, Luke 2:11, Matthew 1:21, John 1:14, Isaiah 9:6, Luke 2:7, Matthew 2:1, Micah 5:2, Luke 2:14, Luke 2:10, Matthew 2:2, Luke 2:6, Matthew 2:6, Matthew 2:9, Luke 1:30, Luke 2:20, Luke 2:12, Luke 1:35, Matthew 2:10, Matthew 2:11, John 3:16, Luke 2:13, Matthew 1:23 (view more) (view less)
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Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective, Bible History
Five minute countdown to open up a Christmas church service.
Scripture: Luke 2:11, Matthew 1:21, John 1:14, Isaiah 9:6, Luke 2:7, Matthew 2:1, Micah 5:2, Luke 2:14, Luke 2:10, Matthew 2:2, Luke 2:6, Matthew 2:6, Matthew 2:9, Luke 1:30, Luke 2:20, Luke 2:12, Isaiah 7:14, Luke 1:35, Matthew 2:10, Matthew 2:11, John 3:16, Luke 2:13, Matthew 1:23, Matthew 2:13, Luke 2:8, Matthew 1:25, Luke 2:15, Luke 2:17, Luke 2:21, Luke 2:38, Zechariah 9:9, Luke 1:26-35, Matthew 1:18-25, Isaiah 9:6-7, Luke 2:8-14, Matthew 2:10-12 (view more) (view less)
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Inspire your congregation with the powerful stories of the "Strong Women of the Bible" media series. This comprehensive collection celebrates the courage, faith, and resilience of biblical heroines through captivating visuals and media elements. Reignite a deeper appreciation for God's favor upon women as you preach on their indelible impact.
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Service Styles: Contemporary
Elevate your worship services with “Flow: Volume One Theme Pack,” a visually stunning and thematically cohesive collection of media elements. This comprehensive pack seamlessly blends captivating motion graphics, vivid imagery, and powerful flow concepts to create an immersive and engaging experience for your congregation.
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Genres: Uplifting
Elevate your church’s exploration of Jesus’ transformative teachings with “The Beatitudes Series” series media package. This comprehensive collection offers rich visuals and engaging video content that bring each Beatitude to life, helping your congregation understand and apply these timeless principles in their daily walk with Christ.
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Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional
A captivating five-minute countdown motion background featuring a glowing cross silhouette against a tranquil starry sky. Gentle animations of twinkling stars and a subtle timer overlay guide your congregation toward the start of service. Perfect for building anticipation and setting a worshipful atmosphere before the gathering begins.
Scripture: Psalm 27:14, Isaiah 40:31, Lamentations 3:25, Psalm 130:5, Romans 12:12, Hebrews 10:37, Ecclesiastes 3:1, Psalm 62:5, James 5:8, Romans 8:25, Habakkuk 2:3, Psalm 37:7, Isaiah 30:18, Micah 7:7, Psalm 31:24, Proverbs 20:22, Proverbs 13:12, 1 Corinthians 9:24, Philippians 3:14 (view more) (view less)
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'Take Courage! Scripture Countdown' is a colorful collage of inspiration and hope that will encourage your congregation to stand firm in the hope of God's promises which we have been given in His Word. It features a 5 minute countdown, 10 scripture verses on the subject of courage, and an uplifting music track.
Scripture: Joshua 1:9, Isaiah 41:13, 2 Timothy 1:7, Isaiah 41:10, 2 Chronicles 15:7, Psalm 27:14, Psalm 118:6, Psalm 56:3, Psalm 31:24, Psalm 23:4 (view more) (view less)
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Genres: Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective
Service Styles: Contemporary, Progressive
Elevate your church’s baptism celebrations with the “Baptism Waters Pack,” a comprehensive collection of visual resources that beautifully capture the sacred symbolism and profound spiritual significance of this sacrament. This versatile pack offers a range of powerful imagery, graphics, and motion backgrounds to create a truly immersive and meaningful baptism experience for your congregation.
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Genres: Uplifting, Reflective
Ruth: Beauty from Ashes is a visually captivating series package designed to bring the timeless story of Ruth to life in your church. This series beautifully illustrates how God can transform sorrow into joy, offering your congregation a powerful journey through themes of loyalty, redemption, and unexpected blessings.
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Scripture: John 3:16, Zechariah 9:9, Isaiah 7:14, Luke 1:26-35, Matthew 1:18-25, Isaiah 9:6-7, Luke 2:8-14, Matthew 2:10-12 (view more) (view less)
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"The Gospel of John" series is a comprehensive media collection that brings John's profound teachings to life through stunning visuals and engaging video content. This series offers churches a powerful tool to explore Christ's divinity and transformative message, making the deep truths of John's account accessible and impactful for modern congregations.
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Empower your congregation with essential tools for understanding and applying God’s Word through this dynamic “How To Read The Bible” series. This comprehensive graphic and video package offers engaging visuals and practical insights to help your church members develop deeper biblical literacy and foster a lifelong love for Scripture.
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