In Video Illustrations: "Life Challenges"

It's All Gonna Be Okay

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Produced by Floodgate Productions

When the challenges of life feel like they're overtaking us, what can we be absolutely certain of? Reassure your church with this tender and reflective mini-movie.

Tags: christ, jesus, faith, assurance, trust, salvation, life, challenges, certain, mini movie, reassure  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional

Persevere

Video Illustration

Produced by Church Fuel

In the race of life, we are called to persevere through trials, remaining focused on the finish line. Despite the challenges and pain, we are encouraged to run with endurance, trusting that a crown of life awaits us. The reward for perseverance is the crown of life, promised to those who love God.

Scripture: James 1:12, Hebrews 12:1, 2 Timothy 4:7-8, 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, Revelation 2:10, Philippians 3:13-14, Romans 5:3-4, Galatians 6:9, 1 Peter 5:10, Romans 8:18, 1 Peter 1:6-7, Matthew 24:13, Isaiah 40:31, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, James 5:7-8, Hebrews 10:36, Revelation 3:11, Colossians 1:11, 2 Timothy 2:3-5, Psalm 23:4  (view more)  (view less)

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

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional, Progressive

Leading Others To Christ: Mini-Movie

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Produced by Church Visuals

A relationship with Jesus is not something to keep to ourselves. It changes our lives. It truly is Good News and like any kind of good news, it should be shared with others. Who is one person in your life that you could lead to Jesus? Use this Mini-Movie to challenge your church in personal evangelism.

Tags: movie, challenge, christ, movie, leading, mini, other  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Uplifting

Service Styles: Contemporary, Progressive

9,300 Days

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Produced by Moving Works

Two weeks after Noa was born, doctors discovered he had a defective heart and little chance of living a full life. Over two decades later, Noa is not only alive, but he is living a vibrant life full of joy, faith, and the occasional 100 meter sprint. Discussion Guide: https://movingworks.org/project/9300-days/

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16

Tags: faith, hope, reflection, suffering, trust, challenge, patience, abide in christ, perserverence  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional

A Life Of Worship

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Produced by Shift Worship

Do you have a life of worship beyond Sunday morning? This mini-movie challenges the church to live a life of worship. Music by Riley Friesen of Staggerford.

Scripture: Matthew 10:32-33

Tags: workplace evangelism, confession of sin, god relationship, walk of faith, authentic, daily living, worship, hypocrisy, sincerity, prayer, commitment, discipleship  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Reflective

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional

Shoulder To Shoulder

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Produced by Shift Worship

Pulled from Hebrews 10:19-25, this mini movie is meant to remind all believers of the reason we come together to "do church."

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Tags: challenge, church, church service

Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Uplifting

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional

Closeup Challenge: Fall Edition Game

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Produced by Church Visuals

The Closeup Challenge: Fall Edition is a high-energy, family-friendly church game where players race to identify 8 different fall-themed objects—from pumpkins and apple pie to hay bales and footballs—starting with zoomed-in closeups that slowly reveal the full picture. Engage your congregation and bring seasonal fun to your service or event.

Tags: closeup challenge, fall celebration

Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective

Service Styles: Contemporary, Progressive

The Struggle Is Real: The Questions We Ask

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Produced by Church Visuals

Use this series to acknowledge life's challenges and encourage honesty about struggles. Reassure your students that they are not alone and that Jesus understands and loves them, having faced and overcome similar struggles, offering hope and support through his Spirit.

Tags: bumper, video, struggle, opener, transition  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Reflective

Service Styles: Contemporary

New Years Family Challenge

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Produced by Church Fuel

This video challenges congregations to spend more time together as a family in the coming New Year, and gives them ten ideas for how to make it happen! A great service opening/closing piece.

Scripture: Acts 20:24, Philippians 3:14, Exodus 20:12, Psalm 122:8, Acts 24:16, 2 Corinthians 13:11, 1 Thessalonians 5:15, 1 Timothy 4:10  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: new year, desire, celebrate, parents, family, fresh, hope, party, reflection, resolve, community, fellowship, season, beginning, children, december 31, ball drop, new your city, begin, 31st, new year’s new year’s eve, parties, reflecting, start list, started, times square, community, new york, reflect, starting over, start, siblings, spouse, seasonal, time, quality time, holiday, resolutions, serve, 1 thessalonians 5:15, 2 corinthians 13:11, acts 20:24, philippians 3:14, psalm 122:8, acts 24:16, 1 timothy 4:10, exodus 20:12, fellowship  (view more)  (view less)

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

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional, Progressive

Nick Of Time: Sermon Bumper

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Produced by Church Visuals

This Sermon Bumper offers a message of hope and encouragement, emphasizing that despite life's challenges and difficulties, help is always available. Drawing from the Bible, the video highlights how Jesus' sacrifice provides the strength to overcome obstacles and assures viewers that assistance will arrive precisely when needed.

Tags: nick of time, nick of time sermon bumper

Genres: Uplifting

Service Styles: Contemporary

All The Feels: Mini-Movie

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Produced by Church Visuals

This Mini-Movie highlights the normalcy of experiencing various emotions like sadness, frustration, and fear in life, emphasizing that it's okay to feel these emotions without guilt. We can find joy through trusting in Jesus, who offers love and support regardless of life's challenges, serving as a guiding force through all emotions.

Tags: transition, emotions, opener, colorful, feelings, bumper video, emoji  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Reflective

Service Styles: Contemporary

The Way Forward

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Produced by Moving Works

Making a living in this world can be tough. It demands both humility and faith, especially when your 200 coworkers are cows. Discussion Guide: https://movingworks.org/project/the-way-forward/

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-8

Tags: challenges, cowboy, wisdom, trust, hope, control  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Powerful, Reflective

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional

Soar

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Produced by Church Fuel

When we place our hope in the Lord, He renews our strength, enabling us to rise above life's challenges. God empowers us to endure and run without growing weary, lifting us up in times of struggle. With His strength, we are carried on eagle's wings, soaring with His power and grace.

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31, Exodus 19:4, Isaiah 40:29, Isaiah 41:10, Philippians 4:13, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Psalm 34:17-18, Psalm 103:5, Nehemiah 8:10, Romans 8:37, Matthew 11:28-30, Isaiah 55:1-3, Ephesians 6:10, Psalm 18:32, Zephaniah 3:17, 2 Timothy 4:7, 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, Psalm 147:3, 2 Samuel 22:33, Revelation 21:4  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: renewed strength, victory in god, hope in the lord, divine strength, faith in adversity, lifting up, isaiah 40, soar, spiritual power, spiritual growth, empowerment, rising above, spiritual renewal, god’s provision, god’s grace, god’s strength, god’s support, god’s power, inspirational scripture, god’s protection, overcoming storms, persevering in faith, exodus 19:4, eagle’s wings, run without growing weary, faith and endurance, strength for the weary, isaiah 40:31, overcoming challenges, trust in god, trusting god, perseverance, endurance, strength, faith  (view more)  (view less)

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

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional, Progressive

Brick The Ice: Game

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Produced by Church Visuals

Introducing "BRICK THE ICE," the ultimate team-building game where participants become brick masters in a frozen challenge! Break into teams, receive a frozen Lego set, and race against time to melt the icy encasement using your hands, breath, or any creative method. Prove your team's mastery by completing the build first and claim victory in this thrilling and frosty competition!

Tags: activity, challenge, toy bricks, ice breaker, game  (view more)  (view less)

Genres: Humorous

Service Styles: Contemporary

Mountains And Valleys

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Produced by Church Fuel

This video reflects on the ups and downs of life, symbolized by mountains and valleys. It reminds us that no matter the circumstances, God is constant, walking with us through every challenge and lifting us up in times of need.

Scripture: Psalm 121:1, Psalm 121:2, Psalm 23:4, Isaiah 41:10, Romans 8:28, Matthew 11:28-30, Isaiah 40:31, Philippians 4:13, Deuteronomy 31:6, Psalm 34:18, Psalm 46:1, Isaiah 43:2, 2 Corinthians 1:3-4  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: god's refuge, psalm 121, lifting up, comfort in god, trusting in god, walking with god, spiritual strength, spiritual journey, god's faithfulness, reliance on god, psalm 23:4, god's constant love, god's constant presence, valley of tears, valley of shadow, finding strength in god, trusting in god’s plan, faith through challenges, god’s protection, god’s guidance, mountains and valleys, walking through the valley, mountaintop moments, life’s challenges, walking through hardship, god's protection in trials, god's help  (view more)  (view less)

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

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional, Progressive