In Video Illustrations: "Encounter Jesus"

Encounter Jesus

Video Illustration

Produced by James Grocho (Grochowalski)

This video is a powerful reminder that every human heart longs for more than noise, success, or approval — it longs for Jesus. You are invited into a sacred moment of expectation, where weary souls are restored, broken hearts are healed, and lives are transformed by His presence. This is not about religion, but relationship — an encounter with the living Savior who draws near, calls us by name, and makes all things new.

Scripture: James 4:8, Matthew 11:28-30, John 1:14, John 4:23-24, Psalm 42:1-2, Jeremiah 29:13, Exodus 33:14, Psalm 16:11, John 15:5, Hebrews 4:16, Psalm 34:8, Isaiah 55:6, Matthew 18:20, Psalm 63:1-4, John 14:6, Romans 8:1, 2 Corinthians 3:17, Psalm 145:18, Zephaniah 3:17, John 10:10, John 10:14-15, Isaiah 40:31, Psalm 27:8, Revelation 3:20, Hebrews 10:22, Psalm 46:10, Matthew 7:7-8, Luke 19:10, John 6:35, John 8:12, Isaiah 61:1-3, Psalm 73:28, John 17:3, Ephesians 2:13, Colossians 1:27, Romans 5:8, 1 Peter 5:7, Psalm 85:6, John 11:25-26, Hebrews 12:2, Psalm 24:3-4, Isaiah 26:3, John 14:27, Revelation 21:5, Romans 15:13, Psalm 66:4, 1 John 1:7, Luke 15:4-7, Psalm 95:6-7, Isaiah 57:15, Matthew 5:8, Psalm 139:7-10, John 16:13, Hebrews 13:5, Isaiah 43:19, Psalm 84:1-2, John 7:37-38, Romans 8:15, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Psalm 91:1-2, Isaiah 30:21, Micah 6:8, John 3:16, Ephesians 3:16-19, Psalm 119:105, Matthew 22:37, Hebrews 11:6, Isaiah 12:2, Psalm 40:1-3, John 20:31, Romans 10:9-10, 1 John 4:9-10, Psalm 62:1-2, Isaiah 41:10, Matthew 28:20, Colossians 3:16, Hebrews 1:3, Psalm 37:4, Revelation 1:8, Isaiah 9:6, John 14:23  (view more)  (view less)

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Genres: Emotional, Uplifting, Reflective

Service Styles: Traditional, Progressive

Encountering Jesus Mini-Movie

Video Illustration

Produced by Church Visuals

Journey through the Gospel of Luke and discover the transformative power of Jesus' life, from His humble birth to His ultimate sacrifice, revealing God's profound love and offer of hope to all. Through miracles, teachings, and grace, this mini-movie illuminates Christ's mission to bring healing, forgiveness, and new life to a world in desperate need.

Tags: gospel, white, teachings, yellow, grace, cross, gospel, healing, birth, miracles, grace, black, sacrifice, luke, jesus, forgiveness  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective

Service Styles: Contemporary, Progressive

Encounter

Video Illustration

Produced by Moving Works

Suffering a great loss at a young age, David turned his back on the world and found comfort in darkness and isolation. But, there was someone David couldn’t shut out of his life, and one night He came to visit. Discussion Guide: https://movingworks.org/project/encounter/

Scripture: John 8:12

Tags: jesus, healing, darkness, suffering, loss, confot, lightness, isolation, light of the world  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional

Healing In His Wings

Video Illustration

Produced by Skit Guys

This moving video reminds your congregation that no matter the pain or brokenness in life, there is hope and healing in God's wings. Perfect for a call to worship or sermon illustration, invite your church to encounter God’s restoration together.

Tags: encounter, healing, worship, praise

Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Reflective

Master

Video Illustration

Produced by Moving Works

A young academic ambitiously sets out to dismantle Christianity’s claims about Jesus only to find himself confronted by a truth too big to ignore. Discussion Guide: https://movingworks.org/project/master/

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12-13

Tags: god's truth, sacrifice, hebrews, jesus, holy spirit, wisdom, apologetics, salvation, humility, transformation, encounter, disciples  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional

Prayer Is An Encounter

Video Illustration

Produced by Beamer Films

This powerful sermon illustration shows that prayer is an encounter with God and the vital breath of the believer's soul. God meant us to see Him and live with Him and draw our life from His life, but that cannot happen in the fullness that Christ offers without prayer.

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13, Matthew 6:9-13

Tags: pentecost, prayer, importance of prayer, know god, prayer closet, acercarse a dios, acercarme a dios, abide in christ  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Emotional, Uplifting

Last Words Of Christ: The Adulteress (Good Friday)

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Produced by Skit Guys

When she stood accused and awaited the consequence of death, the woman caught in adultery encountered Jesus, who showed her mercy. She recounts this story and draws the connection between her own accusers, and those who brought Jesus to the cross. When he shouted, “It is finished,” she remarks that it was not Jesus who was finished, but rather something was accomplished — restored. This video is based on John 19:30 and is part of the Last Words of Christ Easter series, and can also stand alone as a Good Friday video or sermon illustration on mercy and restoration.

Scripture: John 19:30

Tags: easter, jesus, mercy, good friday, restoration  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Reflective

Service Styles: Contemporary

Advent - Jesus Is Peace

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Produced by Floodgate Productions

Rediscover the essence of true peace - one that doesn’t depend on perfect circumstances but on the nearness of Christ Himself. Help your church slow down and encounter the Prince of Peace who calms the storms within every heart.

Tags: candles, mini movie, seasonal, love, immanuel, manger, joy, gift, hope, advent, peace, love, savior, jesus, manger, christmas  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional

The Gospel According To Peter: Grace

Video Illustration

Produced by Skit Guys

When Peter encounters Jesus after the resurrection, his enthusiasm can not be contained. But when he realizes that Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross was a gift of forgiveness, Peter begins to see that God’s grace is not based on what Peter has done, but instead it’s all about what Jesus has done for each of us. This video, from the series The Gospel According to Peter: A Holy Week Experience, can be used to set up a sermon for the week after Easter (or any time you want to teach about God’s grace and forgiveness).

Tags: grace, easter, jesus, forgiveness, peter, resurrection, holy week, holy week, grace  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Emotional, Humorous, Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective

The Gardener: Mini-Movie

Video Illustration

Produced by Church Visuals

In this Mini-Movie, Mary Magdalene and Mary visit Jesus’ tomb and encounter an angel and then Jesus himself. Initially mistaking him for a gardener, Mary’s encounter with Jesus signifies renewal and restoration, echoing the theme of making all things new as depicted in scenes of gardening and growth.

Tags: mary, jesus, growth, mary magdalene, tomb, angel, mother, gardening, mini-movie, mother  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Uplifting

Service Styles: Contemporary

God's Name

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Produced by Church Visuals

Use this video to encounter God through the names He has been given. This video can be used as an opener, transitional element, or bumper for your next worship experience.

Tags: lord, jesus, savior, god, healing, fire, jesus christ, yaweh, god most high, rapha, the god who sees, lord of all, names, el roi, jehova, heals, el elyon, god's name, yahweh, jehovah, provide, names of god, jehovah jireh, reveal  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective, Bible History

Service Styles: Contemporary

Lord, Teach Me To Pray: Mini-Movie

Video Illustration

Produced by Church Visuals

In this Mini-Movie we engage with the disciples seeing the profound influence of prayer in Jesus’ life, choosing to ask Him to teach them how to pray. This video will help your church encounter and learn to ask the Lord to teach them how to pray.

Tags: church, jesus, lord, influence, pray, teach, mini-movie, church  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Uplifting

Service Styles: Contemporary

Let's Go (After Easter)

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Produced by Centerline New Media

After Jesus' resurrection, he appeared before two disciples on their way to Emmaus. After this amazing encounter, they are compelled to share the good news that Christ truly is alive. Based on Luke 24:13-35, this mini-movie is a call to action for all believers and is great for the Sunday after Easter.

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Tags: jesus christ, emmaus, gospel, joy, messiah, evangelism, after easter  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Uplifting, Reflective

Service Styles: Contemporary

Follower

Video Illustration

Produced by Moving Works

Sarah enjoys relating with people, but when an encounter with a Deaf woman challenges her ability to connect, God redefines what it means for her to be a follower. Discussion Guide: https://movingworks.org/project/follower/

Scripture: John 10:1-30

Tags: grace, disabilities, serve, love others, follow jesus, good shepherd, deaf, connection, love, love, grace, faith, sacrifice, mercy, challenge, god's love, joy  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional

What’s In A Name?: Sermon Bumper

Video Illustration

Produced by Church Visuals

This bumper will help you encounter God through the names that describe Him in the scriptures. And then turn to the truth that God has revealed himself most clearly through Jesus Christ our Savior.

Tags: name, sermon, sermon, bumper, what's  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Powerful

Service Styles: Contemporary, Progressive