In Video Illustrations: "Hidden Seasons"

Iceberg

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Produced by Church Fuel

Discover how God builds deep faith in the unseen moments. This short devotional uses the image of an iceberg to remind us that the most important spiritual work often happens beneath the surface—where no one sees but God. Let this message encourage you to trust God in hidden seasons.

Scripture: Isaiah 45:3, Luke 5:16

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Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective, Bible History

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional, Progressive

The Hidden Path To Love

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Produced by Skit Guys

Romance can get you through the day, but only love can get you through your life. Jesus offers this kind of love. It doesn't fade; it's wrapped in compassion. The more we accept it in our lives, the more we can give it back to those around us. 

Tags: love, friendship, relationships, marriage, family, valentine, valentines day  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Emotional, Uplifting, Reflective

Service Styles: Contemporary

Parables

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Produced by Coldwater Media

What is a parable? Jesus connected with the every day life of people through His parables. In this clip, from Drive Thru History with Dave Stotts "The Gospels,' we learn that parables were "comparisons to make a point." Some parables were purposely vague and Jesus explains why he taught in parables and we hear some of Jesus' most cherished parables-the Prodigal Son and the Good Samaritan.

Scripture: Matthew 13:1, Luke 10:29-37, Luke 15:11-32, Mark 4:1

Tags: sower, parables, cove of the sower, sea of galilee, hidden treasure, jesus' ministry, prodigal son, good samaritan  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective, Bible History

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional

God In The Dark

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Produced by Floodgate Productions

We’re all faced with moments or seasons when God feels distant, and His plans seem unclear. Tee up your sermon with this thoughtful invitation to explore some topics that many Christians keep hidden.

Tags: difficult, difficulties, god, dark, prayer, hope, life, jesus, struggle, uncertainty, sermon intro, mini movie, trials, sermon bumper  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional

This Is A Season

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Produced by Centerline New Media

We were in darkness until God sent us a Light. Kickstart your services this December with this energetic opener.

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2, Matthew 4:16, John 3:16

Tags: redemption, christmas eve, christmas, christmas advent, light in darkness, christ the savior, christmas joy, christmas hope, descriptions of jesus  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Emotional, Uplifting, Reflective

Service Styles: Contemporary

Seasons

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Produced by Playback Media

This video was created in response to the many emotions, or seasons, experienced in a short time. The past few years have been tough on just about everyone, for various reasons. For many in your church, the past few years may have been filled with anxiety and fear. This artful and unique creative video expression will help your church understand that even when it doesn’t feel like God is close, He is. We all need the reminder that, no matter what season you're in, God is with you and for you.

This mini movie could be used as a visual kick-off to a series or time of worship. It could also be used as an illustration for your sermon.

The hope and prayer from the producer of this video is that the visuals would connect with those going through dark seasons, but, by the end of the piece, people would be reminded that God is with you, and there is light in the darkness. This is not your typical mini movie, and we hope that you watch and feel the emotion as it brings you through several seasons in a unique, visually compelling way.

Tags: doubt, anxiety

Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Uplifting

Service Styles: Contemporary

Your Life Is Hidden (Colossians 3:2-3)

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Produced by Seeds Family Worship

Performed by Matthew West. Relevant, modern, word for word Scripture Song with lyrics taken directly from the Bible. This video encourages us to set our minds on things that are above.

Scripture: Colossians 3:2-3

Tags: memorize the bible, seeds family worship, word for word scripture, kids church worship, songs of the bible, children’s ministry, bible songs, kids worship, memorizing scripture, memorizing the bible, families, seeds, scripture  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Uplifting

Service Styles: Contemporary

Reason For The Season

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Produced by Skit Guys

When visiting his friends Sheryl and Steve just before Christmas, Edward finds himself surrounded by every imaginable decoration (and a few nobody could ever imagine!). In this playful scene, he helps the couple see that the holiday is about more than lights and sights, but that Jesus is the true reason for the season.

Tags: jesus, christmas, reason, friends

Genres: Humorous, Uplifting, Reflective

Every Season

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Produced by Floodgate Productions

We all go through seasons of our lives that shape and influence us. Use this sermon intro to help your congregation to begin thinking about the seasons of their lives, and about the God who meets them there.

Tags: new beginning, seasons, mini movie, lows, highs, jesus, god, life  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional

Election Season

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Produced by Church Fuel

This election season, let’s pray for our leaders, our votes, and for our nation. Let’s seek God’s guidance and trust in His sovereignty. Let’s have grace with one another, and love one another as ourselves. This election season, let’s pray, trust, and love.

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:2, Luke 12:48, Matthew 25:14-30, 1 Peter 4:10, Proverbs 11:24-25, Proverbs 13:22, Malachi 3:10, Matthew 6:19-21, Proverbs 27:23-24, 1 Timothy 6:17-19, Micah 6:8, Proverbs 31:8-9, Isaiah 1:17, Proverbs 21:15, Proverbs 29:7, Psalm 82:3-4, Proverbs 31:20, Proverbs 14:31, Isaiah 58:6-7, Amos 5:24, Proverbs 3:13-18, James 1:5, Proverbs 4:7, Proverbs 2:6, Proverbs 16:16, Proverbs 9:10, Ecclesiastes 7:12, Colossians 3:16, Proverbs 11:14, James 3:17  (view more)  (view less)

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Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional, Progressive

Season Of Worship

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Produced by Big Pie Publishing

Colorful chalk style artwork and ethereal music highlight the theme of praise and worship woven throughout the Christmas story exemplified by Mary, the angels, and shepherds. It's perfect as a worship intro or sermon illustration and very suited to advent themes.

Scripture: Luke 1:1, Luke 2:1

Tags: christmas eve, adoration, worship, advent, christmas  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional

Season Of Mercy

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Produced by Shift Worship

Christmas is the first line of an invitation to believe and be counted among those who rest in His hands. This gospel-centered Christmas mini movie uses inviting graphics to encourage everyone to receive the gift of salvation.

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:19, Galatians 4:4-5, Titus 3:3-7, 1 Timothy 1:15-17

Tags: salvation, gospel, christmas, grace, mercy, jesus  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Uplifting

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional, Progressive

Your Life Is Hidden (Bonus Track)(Colossians 3:2-3)

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Produced by Seeds Family Worship

Your Life is Hidden (Acoustic Worship Version) (Colossians 3:2-3) Relevant, modern, word for word Scripture Song with lyrics taken directly from the Bible.

Scripture: Colossians 3:2-3

Tags: memorize the bible, seeds family worship, word for word scripture, kids church worship, songs of the bible, children’s ministry, bible songs, kids worship, memorizing scripture, memorizing the bible, families, seeds, scripture  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Uplifting

Service Styles: Contemporary

Embrace The Season Of Thanks

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Produced by Church Visuals

"A Season of Thanks," a heartwarming Mini-Movie that reminds us of the importance of gratitude during Thanksgiving, showcasing the cherished aspects of our lives—family, friendships, health, blessings, and faith. Join us in this uplifting journey of appreciation, where we celebrate the gifts we often overlook and express our heartfelt thanks during this meaningful season.

Tags: blessings, friendships, gratitude, health, thankful, family, thanksgiving, faith  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Uplifting

Service Styles: Contemporary

The Real Reason For The Season

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Produced by Skit Guys

What could be more exciting for an elf than to work for and meet Santa Claus? These two elves find out that even Santa thinks Jesus is the most exciting part of Christmas, and encourages them to celebrate His birth.

Tags: funny, christmas, messiah, jesus, meaning  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Humorous, Uplifting, Reflective