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This COUNTDOWN is from the Beamer Films "Patriotic" collection, and is perfect to start and add a creative edge to your service.
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26, 2 Chronicles 7:11-22, 1 Timothy 2:1-6
Tags: e, veterans day, 4th of july, september 11, independence day, american flag, political freedom, patriotism, appreciation, memorial day, fourth of july, america (view more) (view less)
Genres: Powerful
Service Styles: Traditional
Use this 5 minute flag and fireworks countdown before your morning worship service.
Tags: fireworks, american flag, independence day, 4th of july, countdown, july 4th, 5 minute, motion, welcome, independence, celebrate, flag, america, freedom (view more) (view less)
Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective
Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional
Use this 5 minute countdown before your morning worship service around the 4th of July holiday.
Tags: countdown, july 4th, 4th of july, birthday, independence day, american flag, fireworks, sunset, motion, welcome, flag, celebrate, america, freedom, waving flag (view more) (view less)
Celebrate America's independence with the "Celebrating Freedom: Happy 4th of July Pack" for your church. This patriotic collection includes a countdown enliven your 4th of July services and events.
Tags: patriotic, celebrate, america, free, july, free, 4th, home, birthday, brave, fireworks (view more) (view less)
Genres: Powerful, Uplifting
A 5 minute countdown featuring trivia questions about Veteran’s Day. This will entertain your guests as they try to answer questions about various facts about Veterans Day.
Scripture: Joshua 1:9, Psalm 33:20-22, 2 Samuel 22:2-4, Ephesians 6:11, John 15:13, 1 Corinthians 16:13, Psalm 46:1 (view more) (view less)
Tags: honor, military, courage, protect, freedom, peace, battle, remember, soldiers, vets, armistice, casualty, poppy, retired, army, day, veterans, war, trivia, quiz, brave, defend, holiday, facts, questions (view more) (view less)
Service Styles: Traditional, Progressive
Use this Series In A Box to help your church discover the delicate balance between legalism and freedom. Gain valuable insights and practical guidance on navigating the tension between religious legalism and the freedom found in Christ, as we explore biblical principles that empower us to live in obedience to God's Word without falling into self-righteousness or permissiveness.
Tags: balance, religion, fight, biblical, tension, self-righteous, legalism, delicate (view more) (view less)
Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional, Progressive
This video is a powerful reminder of the sacrifice and courage of those who gave their lives for our freedom. Featuring timeless quotes and Bible verses, this countdown honors the fallen and inspires gratitude.
Scripture: Psalm 91:1-2, John 10:11, Psalm 37:23-24, Isaiah 41:10, Ephesians 2:10, 2 Corinthians 5:7, Matthew 22:37-39, 1 Corinthians 16:13-14, John 15:13, Matthew 5:9, 1 Thessalonians 4:13, Romans 12:10, Philippians 2:3-4, Proverbs 17:17, 1 John 3:16, Galatians 6:2, 2 Timothy 2:3-4, Isaiah 6:8, Ephesians 6:10-11, Hebrews 12:1, Psalm 82:3-4, Matthew 20:28, John 13:34, Mark 10:45, Romans 5:7-8, Joshua 1:9, Psalm 144:1, Deuteronomy 31:6, Revelation 21:4, Psalm 23:4, Romans 8:31, 1 Peter 2:21, 1 Corinthians 15:57, Matthew 25:21, Hebrews 11:1, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, Ecclesiastes 4:9-10, 2 Thessalonians 3:13, Psalm 27:1, Proverbs 27:17, Colossians 3:23-24, Micah 6:8, Luke 6:31, Romans 14:8, 1 Samuel 17:45, 2 Samuel 22:31, 1 Chronicles 16:11, Zechariah 4:6, James 1:12, Psalm 46:1 (view more) (view less)
Tags: servant’s heart, defending others, carrying burdens, god’s protection, love, unity, fallen heroes, fellowship, ultimate sacrifice, love, armed forces, military, service, honor, patriotism, sacrifice, faith, redemption, strength, country, memorial day, courage, gratitude, unity, humility, perseverance, hope, giving, fellowship, salvation, freedom, christian soldiers, trust in the lord, running the race, light in darkness, christian values, eternal reward, heroism, remembrance, veterans, selflessness, tribute, eternal life, duty, steadfast love, brotherhood, bravery, cross of christ, john 15:13, victory through christ, battlefield, peacemakers, duty and honor, service to others, unwavering faith, no greater love (view more) (view less)
Genres: Emotional, Uplifting, Reflective
Service Styles: Contemporary, Progressive
A 5 minute countdown featuring trivia questions about Veteran’s Day. This will entertain your guests as they try to answer questions about various history and facts of the holiday of Veteran’s Day.
Tags: honor, military, courage, protect, freedom, peace, battle, remember, soldiers, vets, armistice, casualty, versailles, spangled, poppy, retired, army, day, banner, veterans, war, star, trivia, quiz, brave, defend, holiday, kennedy, marines, facts, questions (view more) (view less)
This Independence Day countdown timer video is perfect for a Fourth of July church service, as well as other events.
Tags: church, illustration, video, 4th of july, sermon, fireworks, independence day, free, sermon, 5 minute, resource, july 4, opener, july 4th, countdown, timer, church, celebration, freedom, celebrate, fourth of july, country, free, service (view more) (view less)
A 5 minute countdown featuring bible verses about the holiday of Thanksgiving.
Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:34, Psalm 95:2, Colossians 3:17, Philippians 4:6, Psalm 107:1, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Psalm 100:4, 2 Corinthians 9:15, Psalm 118:1, Ephesians 5:20, Psalm 136:26, Romans 14:6, Jonah 2:9, Hebrews 13:15, 1 Timothy 4:4-5, 1 Peter 2:9, James 1:17, Nehemiah 12:8, Psalm 103:2, Revelation 7:12, Psalm 50:14, 2 Corinthians 2:14, Psalm 69:30, Psalm 30:12, Psalm 28:7, Jeremiah 30:19, 1 Chronicles 29:13, 1 Timothy 2:1, Psalm 7:17, Psalm 116:17, Psalm 63:3, Psalm 136:3, Psalm 107:8, Psalm 66:20, Psalm 56:12, Luke 17:15, Leviticus 22:29, Romans 1:21, Matthew 15:36, Psalm 34:1, Luke 2:38, Luke 22:17, 2 Corinthians 1:11, 2 Samuel 22:50, Psalm 75:1, Psalm 28:7, Romans 7:25, Psalm 140:13, Psalm 26:7, Psalm 92:1 (view more) (view less)
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Genres: Uplifting, Reflective, Bible History
Five Minute Countdown - Coastal Sunset
Tags: five minute countdown, relaxing, church, count down video, coastal, shoreline, calming, countdown video, sunsetocean, god’screation, sunsetwaves, worshipmedia, tranquility, stillness, peaceful, atmosphere, divine, devotional, video, ocean, count down, serene, five minutes, grace, horizon, waves, evening, countdown, prayer, motion, nature, inspiration, sunset, reflection, worship, beauty, water, beach, christian, church, background, spiritual, grace, faith (view more) (view less)
Five Minute Countdown - Sunset over Water
Tags: beauty, creation, water, heaven, worship, praise, scenery, hope, nature, inspiration, devotion, quiet, sunset, sky, calm, renewal, reflection, faith, grace, spiritual, meditation, awe, divine, majesty, peaceful, tranquility, stillness, praise and worship, lake, evening, clouds, grace, horizon, twilight, serene, sunset glow, sunset worship, peaceful moment, sunset prayer, warm tones, god’s creation, nature worship, golden hour (view more) (view less)
Memorial Day Quotes Countdown is a quiet and profound collection of quotes from famous presidents and military officers and gives a thoughtful meditation on the cost and sacrifice so many have made in the pursuit of protecting the liberty and freedoms of our nation.
Scripture: John 15:13
Tags: woodrow wilson, gerald ford, general grimsley, sfc paul smith, barack obama, national colors, red white and blue, national holidays, colors, harry truman, remembrance, washington, troops, ronald reagan, sacrifice, military, armed forces, memorial day, american, usa, patriotic, flag (view more) (view less)
Five Minute Winter Countdown Video
Tags: love, frost, five minute countdown, church, fellowship, bible, snowfall, light, church, jesus, christian, fellowship, ministry, worship, advent, holy spirit, praise, celebration, peace, gospel, salvation, sanctuary, prayer, cross, winter, hymn, joy, hope, christmas, nativity, faith, bible, grace, love, holy, scripture, spiritual, blue, ice, five, snow, white, shine, reverence, congregation, cold, timer, snowflakes, five minute, countdown, grace, count down, minute, ministry, five minutes, gospel (view more) (view less)
Celebrate Independence Day! Use this Countdown Video to inspire honor for those who have given their lives in order to fight for the liberty you and I enjoy everyday.
Tags: patriotism, military, america, fourth of july, patriotic, flag, freedom, american, memorial day, independence, e, stars, stars and stripes, july 4th, patriotic holidays, liberty, presidents day, flag day, american flag, independence day, united states, july fourth, 4th of july, labor day (view more) (view less)
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