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Set a powerful tone for praise with this Mini-Movie based on Psalm 92 that calls your congregation to celebrate God's faithfulness through song. This video weaves scripture into a beautiful invitation for corporate worship, perfect for opening moments of praise or transitioning between songs.
Tags: invitation, call, worship, psalm, 92 (view more) (view less)
Genres: Powerful, Uplifting
Service Styles: Contemporary, Progressive
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Scripture: John 15:1-8, John 15:4, John 15:5, John 15:7, John 15:9, John 15:10, John 15:11, John 15:16, John 15:12-14, Romans 11:17, Psalm 80:8, Isaiah 5:1-7, Matthew 7:17-18, Galatians 5:22-23, Colossians 1:10, Philippians 1:11, 1 John 2:6, 1 John 2:28, 1 John 3:24, 1 John 4:13, 1 John 4:15-16, Ephesians 3:17, Colossians 2:6-7, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Romans 6:5, 2 Peter 1:4, Romans 8:1, Galatians 2:20, Ephesians 4:15-16, Psalm 1:3 (view more) (view less)
Tags: fruitfulness, religious, meditation, faithful living, spirituality, jesus christ, devotion, bible study, prayer, christianity, vineyard, gospel, discipleship, jesus, fellowship, worship, holy spirit, church, faith, bible, relationship with god, christian doctrine, spiritual connection, spiritual nourishment, sermon, christian ministry, christ's love, bible study, gospel, bible, church, john 15, sermon, bible verses, biblical teaching, bible study, vine and branches, god's vineyard, christian community, christian living, abiding in christ, church service, faith and works, spiritual growth, holy scriptures, faith journey, christian faith, god's presence, god's word, christian worship, jesus' teachings, john 15:10, 1 john 2:6, john 15:16, biblical metaphors, christian teachings, galatians 5:22-23, john 15:5, colossians 1:10, galatians 2:20, 2 corinthians 5:17, christian inspiration, fellowship, scriptural insight, john 15:1-8, john 15:11, john 15:12-14, romans 11:17, psalm 80:8, isaiah 5:1-7, matthew 7:17-18, philippians 1:11, 1 john 2:28, 1 john 3:24, 1 john 4:13, 1 john 4:15-16, 2 peter 1:4, ephesians 4:15-16, spiritual devotion, romans 8:1, john 15:4, christ-centered life, romans 6:5, psalm 1:3, ephesians 3:17, colossians 2:6-7, john 15:9, john 15:7 (view more) (view less)
Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective, Bible History
Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional, Progressive
Word for Word Scripture taken from 1 Peter 1:24-25.1 Peter 1:24-25 This song will get your kids worshiping God while memorizing His Word! In this scripture we learn that The Word Of The Lord Stands Forever!
Scripture: 1 Peter 1:24-25
Tags: scripture, faith, families, seeds, word of the lord, memorizing the bible, memorizing scripture, kids church worship, songs of the bible, memorize the bible, bible songs, kids worship, seeds family worship, word for word scripture, 1 peter 1:24-25, children’s ministry (view more) (view less)
Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Uplifting
Service Styles: Contemporary
A sweet Mini-Movie you can use for Valentine’s Day or as a reminder that loving people is such an important part of showing our faith. You can use this Mini-Movie in your Worship Experience, on your online platforms, or anywhere you’d like.
Tags: love, valentine, mini movie, valentine's, loving (view more) (view less)
Genres: Uplifting
Psalm 4 Worship Intro is a great way to inspire everyone with God's Word, and is a poignant prayer of David. It demonstrates a confession of faith, gratitude, joy, frustration with the wicked and trust in God's loving kindness and features an inspiring audio track under the words of the entire Psalm.
Scripture: Psalm 4:1-8
Tags: psalm, reflect, how long, peace, freedom, david, trust, joy, prayer (view more) (view less)
Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional
Today we give thanks with all our heart for the gift of a Savior, the promise of eternity, and the forgiveness of sin. We’re grateful for the love of God, the faithfulness of His son, and the power of His Spirit. Today we give thanks, with every breath, with all we are, to Jesus.
Scripture: Psalm 95:2, 1 Chronicles 16:34, Psalm 7:17, Psalm 95:2, 1 Corinthians 1:4, 2 Corinthians 4:15, Psalm 69:30 (view more) (view less)
Tags: jesus, thanksgiving, worship, grace, god, worthy, thanks, thankfulness, thanksgiving eve, thank you, worship intro, grace, holiday, service starter, intro (view more) (view less)
Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective
Following Jesus was no easy task. His disciples had to count the cost. They learned how to pray to the Father, to have faith, to forgive, to serve, to just know what He knew, and to do what He did. The invitation is the same for us to follow Him and be disciplined.
Scripture: Matthew 16:24-26, Luke 14:25-35
Tags: following jesus, disciples, discipleship
Genres: Reflective
Faith in Christ is a pursuit…a fight…a race. It’s a journey laden with difficulty, but at the finish line awaits an imperishable reward that is given to those who persevere…Christ Himself. Discussion Guide: https://movingworks.org/project/run-the-race/
Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-3, 1 Corinthians 9:24-25, Acts 20:24, 2 Timothy 4:7
Tags: devotion, prayer, strength, purpose, trust, perseverance, run the race (view more) (view less)
Genres: Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective
Experience the power of community and faith with our compelling mini-movie script based on Hebrews 10:24-25. This engaging visual presentation encourages viewers to come together, support one another, and persist in love and good deeds as we anticipate the approaching Day.
Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25
Tags: love, hebrews 10:24-25, persist, support, good, deeds, together, love (view more) (view less)
This video highlights God’s sufficient grace and strength during life’s challenges. It reassures viewers that even in weakness, His power sustains and provides refuge. The message invites trust in God and joy in His strength, rooted in scriptures like 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 and Nehemiah 8:10.
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:9, 2 Corinthians 12:10, Nehemiah 8:10, Isaiah 41:10, Psalm 46:1, Philippians 4:13, Psalm 28:7, Matthew 11:28, Deuteronomy 31:6, Isaiah 40:29-31, Psalm 73:26, Romans 8:37, Hebrews 4:16, Proverbs 18:10, 1 Peter 5:7, Psalm 34:17-18, Isaiah 26:4, 2 Timothy 1:7, Exodus 15:2, Psalm 9:9-10 (view more) (view less)
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Excerpts from St. Patrick's Breastplate: Prayer for Protection are adapted for this beautiful video that works as a service opener, call to worship, prayerful pause, sermon intro or sermon response. Have your congregation read it aloud as a powerful declaration. The prayer is set against aerial footage of Ireland's countryside. It's especially perfect for St. Patrick’s Day but it's relevant all year. It coordinates well with our God’s Green Earth countdown.
Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:3, Isaiah 54:17, Isaiah 41:10, Psalm 34:7, Psalm 32:7, 1 Corinthians 10:13, Psalm 119:114, Ephesians 6:10-18, 2 Corinthians 10:4-5, James 4:7, Psalm 27:1-4, Psalm 46:1-11, Psalm 91:1-6, Psalm 121:1-8, Romans 14:8-9, Galatians 2:20, Philippians 3:13-14 (view more) (view less)
Tags: sr. patrick's day, ireland, colorful, grace, intimacy with god, walking with god, st. patrick, green, god's presence, vibrant, call to worship, looking to god, commitment, protection, grace, faith, trusting god, focus, surrender, seeking god, hope, nature, discipleship, trust, dedication, prayer (view more) (view less)
Genres: Emotional, Uplifting, Reflective
The truth is, most of us really aren't that great at sharing our faith and many of us have never even invited an unchurched person to church. But we can change those stats. Use this mini-movie to encourage your congregation to invite people to church this Sunday.
Tags: gospel invitation, reaching out, unchurched, invitation, invite, outreach, evangelism (view more) (view less)
Genres: Uplifting, Reflective
Ideal for services during Easter, this short video celebrates Jesus Christ’s rising from the dead, which is the cornerstone of the Christian faith. From the Gospels, we are able to hear the accounts of the discovery of the empty tomb, and to remember that Jesus has conquered death. He is risen!
Scripture: Matthew 28:1, Mark 16:2-3, Matthew 28:2, Luke 24:2-3, Mark 16:5, Matthew 28:5, Luke 24:5, Matthew 28:6, Luke 24:6, Mark 16:6, Romans 5:18, Romans 6:8-11 (view more) (view less)
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This powerful worship opener draws from the jubilant words of Psalm 100, calling the congregation to shout joyfully, worship gladly, and enter God's presence with thanksgiving and praise for His everlasting love and faithfulness. The familiar scripture verses provide an uplifting invitation to corporately exalt the Lord.
Tags: 100, mini-movie, psalm, opener, god, joy, shout, thanksgiving, worship, praise (view more) (view less)
A Christmas video of the shepherds experience meeting Jesus.
Scripture: Luke 2:8-20, 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, 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, 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 (view more) (view less)
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