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Use this countdown for your next Kidmin or Student Ministry Event. This is a part of the space retro themed pack of media that was envisioned out of 1 John 1:9-10. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. Use this creative media collection to create a fun and exciting kids’ worship experience. Everything you need visually is here for you.
Tags: kidmin, retro, countdown, student ministry, service opener, screens, video, students, children's ministry, youth ministry (view more) (view less)
Genres: Powerful
Service Styles: Contemporary
Happy Fall Cascading Leaves Countdown is a celebration of all the falling leaves that you don't have to rake! In fact, watch closely as even the letters fall away every 15 seconds or so. Bring in this new season of Autumn, or Fall, or whatever you refer to it as, with this simple countdown that features both a "Welcome" and "Happy Fall" message!
Scripture: Genesis 8:22, Galatians 6:9, Acts 14:17, Daniel 2:21, Psalm 104:19, Ecclesiastes 3:1-11, Genesis 1:14, Matthew 24:32, Psalm 74:17 (view more) (view less)
Tags: welcome, autumn, fall, seasonal, leaves, seasons, oranges, happy fall, countdown, falling, colorful, cascading, yellows (view more) (view less)
Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective
Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional
Engage your students this Thanksgiving with our "Student Thanksgiving: Volume One" countdown. Use this holiday themed countdown to open your Thanksgiving Student ministry service.
Tags: fall, thanksgiving, service, youth, countdown, opener, student ministry, teens, screens, students, turkey, youth group (view more) (view less)
Dive into the remarkable stories of Jesus' miracles with our engaging Kids Countdown! This interactive quiz guides young congregants through iconic Gospel events, fostering an appreciation for Christ's divine power and compassion. Each question challenges children to recall details of these miraculous encounters, strengthening their understanding of Jesus' ministry and the importance of faith.
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Illuminate the profound truths of Ephesians with our Walking in Love and Light Countdown Video, featuring professionally designed graphics that bring Paul's powerful message to life. Visually engage your congregation in understanding their identity and calling in Christ.
Tags: love, countdown video, hike, outdoors, walk in light, ephesians, walk in love, hiking, nature, light, love (view more) (view less)
Service Styles: Contemporary, Progressive
Use this 5 minute countdown to enhance the environment of your morning worship service. This countdown features images of the Crucifixion of Jesus.
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Use this 5 minute countdown to enhance the environment of your Easter Sunday worship service.
Tags: easter, savior, jesus, resurrection, motion, welcome, life, countdown, easter sunday, empty tomb, he is risen (view more) (view less)
Use this 5 minute countdown to enhance the environment of your Memorial Day worship service.
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Use this 5 minute countdown to enhance the environment of your 4th of July Weekend worship service.
Tags: freedom, america, fourth of july, flag, motion, 4th of july, american flag, independence day, countdown (view more) (view less)
Five Minute Countdown - Thanksgiving Prayer
Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:34, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Colossians 3:17, Psalm 100:4, Psalm 95:2, Ephesians 5:20, Psalm 107:1, Psalm 118:1, Psalm 136:26, 2 Corinthians 9:15, Philippians 4:6, 1 Chronicles 29:13, 1 Timothy 4:4, Hebrews 13:15, Colossians 4:2, Romans 14:6, Colossians 2:7, Psalm 34:1, Psalm 69:30, Daniel 2:23, 1 Timothy 2:1, Psalm 50:14, James 1:17, Psalm 147:7, Luke 17:16, Revelation 7:12, Jonah 2:9, Leviticus 22:29, Psalm 30:12, Psalm 50:23 (view more) (view less)
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Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional, Progressive
Based on Romans 12, Living Sacrifice Scripture Countdown presents a wonderful opportunity to put the Word of God before the people as they prepare for your Worship time to begin. This 5 minute countdown features a subtle and colorful motion background, a prayerful woman, a calming acoustic guitar track while various sections of Romans 12 appear on screen.
Scripture: Romans 12:1-3, Romans 12:9-21
Tags: prayer, hospitality, peace, love, zeal, living sacrifice, love your enemies, renewing of mind (view more) (view less)
Genres: Uplifting, Reflective
Christmas Carol Trivia Countdown is a fun way to discover little known facts about the Christmas Carols which we all have enjoyed since childhood. Featuring a festive background and holiday track, the questions are sure to be an engaging way to count down to your services during the entire Christmas season. Fun for the whole family!
Scripture: Luke 2:20, Matthew 1:20, Luke 1:26-38, Matthew 1:18-25, Luke 2:8-14, Matthew 2:1-12, John 1:1-14, Isaiah 7:14, Isaiah 9:6-7, Micah 5:2, Numbers 24:17, Jeremiah 23:5-6 (view more) (view less)
Tags: 3 kings, king herod, holiday, star, bells, silent night, christmas carols, lullaby, manger, festive, manger, wise men, christmas, nativity (view more) (view less)
Genres: Emotional, Humorous, Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective, Bible History
Rich color and a great Christmas look make this 5 minute countdown a great fit for your next service.
Tags: winter, welcome, offering, christmas eve, communion, christmas, 5 minute, god bless, upcoming, announcements, countdown, snow (view more) (view less)
Genres: Uplifting
Elegant titles and beautiful Christmas colors make this 5 minute countdown a great fit for your next service.
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Use this countdown to Immerse yourself in a spiritual journey of gratitude and faith as we present a heartfelt video countdown featuring powerful verses from the Bible, reminding us to give thanks and find peace in God’s everlasting love. Let these timeless words inspire and uplift your church this thanksgiving season.
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