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This Labor Day countdown is perfect for opening up church services, or services of any kind. It reminds us of the work we do, and should hopefully remind viewers to honor God in their work.
Scripture: Colossians 3:23, Proverbs 16:3, Psalm 127:1, 1 Corinthians 10:31, Psalm 128:2, Matthew 11:28 (view more) (view less)
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Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective
Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional, Progressive
This countdown video memorializes those who have given more for us than we can ever repay. Even when we cannot fully comprehend the challenges and adversities they faced, we can promise to always remember their courage and honor their service to our country.
Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:12, Jeremiah 33:9, Zechariah 9:10, John 15:13, Psalm 33:12, 1 Peter 2:17 (view more) (view less)
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Five minute countdown to open up a church service, ideal for the spring season.
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Countdown Timer - Sky and Clouds Aerial
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Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective, Bible History
Five Minute Countdown - Beautiful Nature
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Five Minute Countdown - Forest Aerial
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Five Minute Countdown - Mountaintop Beauty
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River in Forest - Five Minute Countdown Video
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Five Minute Countdown Video - Breathtaking Mountain View
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Five Minute Countdown - Nature Sunrise Modern Background
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Living Waters Scripture Countdown declares the truth of God's Word concerning the Water of Life which Jesus offers to all who receive Him. Eleven passages are featured in this tranquil, other-worldly scene which features waterfalls, fruit trees, and a serene lake.
Scripture: Genesis 2:10, Psalm 23:1-3, Isaiah 43:1-2, Isaiah 40:12, Isaiah 12:2-3, Isaiah 44:3, Isaiah 58:11, Psalm 46:4, John 7:37-38, Revelation 22:1-2 (view more) (view less)
Tags: river, garden, water, waterfall, lake, throne of god, tree of life, living water, garden of eden (view more) (view less)
Genres: Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective
Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional
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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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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Five Minute Countdown - Beautiful Nature Landscape with Mountains and River
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