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The Jesus Story

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Produced by Floodgate Productions

The Story of God’s love, embodied and seen in the Person of Jesus, is indeed the greatest Story ever told. But what is that Story, and what are we being invited into?

Scripture: Luke 24:1-7, John 1:1-12

Tags: easter, resurrection, hope, invitation, jesus life  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Reflective

Service Styles: Contemporary

All For Jesus

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Produced by Beamer Films

This mini-movie thanks God for all he's done for us and all he's given us; family, friends, life, hope, faith and love underscored by the song ALL FOR JESUS.

Scripture: Romans 6:23, Psalm 136:1

Tags: god's provision, victory over death, honor jesus, everlasting mercy, love of christ, praise, salvation, grace  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Emotional, Uplifting, Reflective

Service Styles: Contemporary

Where's Jesus?

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Produced by Centerline New Media

This funny illustration reminds us that throughout the Christmas season it's very easy to lose sight of who it's all about. So in everything you do this year, keep one question in mind: "where's Jesus?"

Scripture: Luke 2:10-12

Tags: christmas advent, christmas, christmas eve, focus, priorities  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Humorous, Reflective

Service Styles: Contemporary

The Jesus Creed

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Produced by Dan Stevers

An introduction to the greatest commandment. Inspired by Scott McKnight's book "The Jesus Creed".

Scripture: Matthew 22:37-40

Tags: law, great commandment, love your neighbor, love others, e  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional

Jesus Is Listening

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Produced by Church Fuel

A poignant reminder that church is about more than just showing up. Perfect as a worship intro or illustration, this video is also a great opportunity to invite congregations to join small groups and/or bible studies.

Tags: church, congregation, listening

Genres: Humorous, Reflective

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional

Names Of Jesus

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Produced by Shift Worship

This worship mini movie is a simple list of some of the many names of Jesus from Scripture set among artful, abstract, and distortion-filled images. No name in history has been as disruptive as His. No name can bring such peace. His is the only name written under heaven by which we can be saved (Acts 4:12).

Scripture: Acts 4:12

Tags: jesus, savior, names of jesus, god's word & worship

Genres: Powerful, Uplifting

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional

Jesus Is Alive!

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Produced by Freebridge Media

What if I told you death was not the end? When your heart stops, eternity starts. Your very last breath is just the beginning. What if I told you death loses? All of this is true because Jesus is alive!

Scripture: Romans 4:25, 2 Corinthians 5:21, 1 Peter 1:3, John 1:29

Tags: jesus is lord, resurrection, easter, savior, risen christ, eternal hope, jesus is alive  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective

Service Styles: Contemporary

Jesus Resurrected

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Produced by Coldwater Media

This extensive clip, from Drive Thru History with Dave Stotts “The Gospels,” tells the story of Christ resurrected and his return and appearance before Thomas, the Apostles and many others. Filmed in and around Jerusalem.

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-15, Mark 16:1-8, Luke 24:1-12, John 20:1-18

Tags: chief priests, garden tomb, jesus has risen, stone rolled away, john, peter, mary magdalene, joanna  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Uplifting, Bible History

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional

The Trial Of Jesus

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Produced by Coldwater Media

In this clip, from Drive Thru History with Dave Stotts “The Gospels,” Jesus is taken to the former high priest Annas and then to Caiaphas.

Scripture: Matthew 27:1-31, Mark 14:53-72, Mark 15:1-20, Luke 22:66-71

Tags: the good shepherd, tacitus, josephus, jesus is handed over, praetorium, roman prefect, pontius pilate, annas  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Uplifting, Bible History

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional

The Crucifixion Of Jesus

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Produced by Coldwater Media

In this clip, from Drive Thru History with Dave Stotts “The Gospels,” Jesus is betrayed, arrested and sentenced to death. The cries of “crucify him” ring from the crowd. Jesus is put on a cross and dies. Graphic portrayal.

Scripture: Matthew 27:27-56, Mark 15:21-41, Luke 23:26-49, John 19:17-37

Tags: crown of thorns, golgotha, torment, simon of cyrene, flogging, beating, patibulum, scourging  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Uplifting, Bible History

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional

Genealogy Of Jesus

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Produced by Coldwater Media

This clip, from Drive Thru History with Dave Stotts "The Gospels" looks at why the book of Matthew starts with a long list of names, a genealogy. Matthew was writing to a Hebrew audience and knew that he was making a case that held tightly to the Jewish law and lineage grated specific authority. Did Jesus have the right credentials? Was he qualified to make the claims that he did?

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Tags: book of matthew, jewish families, jesus, genealogy, lineage, high priest, ancestry, priesthood  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective, Bible History

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional

Annunciation Of Jesus

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Produced by Coldwater Media

In this extended clip, from Drive Thru History with Dave Stotts "The Gospels" the Angel Gabriel appears to a virgin named Mary who was betrothed to a man named Joseph. Two churches in modern day Nazareth commemorate this event. This clip includes a short segment on Angels and miracles and also includes a humorous sidebar on the history of the term "Hail Mary pass."

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, Matthew 1:18-25

Tags: hail mary, mary's home, mary's well, dionysus, angel gabriel, miracles, nazareth, virgin mary  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective, Bible History

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional

The Jesus Boat

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Produced by Coldwater Media

In this short clip, from Drive Thru History with Dave Stotts "Gospels," we learn about a first century fishing boat, similar to those mentioned in the Gospels, that was discovered, salvaged and preserved from the Sea of Galilee near Capernaum. A drought also revealed ancient coves and harbors mentioned in scripture.

Tags: jesus boat, first century fishin, harbors, coves

Genres: Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective, Bible History

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional

Celebrate Jesus

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Produced by Centerline New Media

Let us celebrate an empty tomb, a risen savior, a living king. Let us celebrate Jesus. A colorful, energetic opener for your Easter worship service.

Tags: risen, easter, savior, resurrection, christ, jesus  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Uplifting

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional, Progressive

Politics Of Jesus

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Produced by Church Visuals

What were the politics of Jesus? His allegiance was to his Father’s kingdom. Perfect to use as a service opener, sermon bumper or transitional element in your worship services.

Scripture: John 3:16

Tags: america, jesus, politics, authority

Genres: Reflective

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional, Progressive