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Embark on a transformative journey through “The Life of Christ Series,” an immersive series media collection that vividly brings to life the incredible ministry of Jesus on Earth. This powerful series invites your church to explore the humility, compassion, and unwavering obedience that defined Christ’s time among humanity, inspiring a deeper understanding and emulation of His perfect example.
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Genres: Uplifting
Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional, Progressive
Tags: christ, life, perfect, humility, compassion (view more) (view less)
Challenge your kids with Catchphrase TV Edition, a high-energy trivia game that tests their knowledge of famous television catchphrases from beloved shows like Bluey, Pokémon, and Power Rangers. This engaging game brings pop culture into your ministry as children compete to identify iconic phrases, creating an entertaining experience that connects with young audiences through their favorite TV moments.
Tags: kids, pop culture, game, student, trivia, guess, television, tv, shows, power rangers, catchphrase, phrase, bluey, pokemon, multiple choice (view more) (view less)
Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective
Service Styles: Contemporary, Progressive
Transform your student ministry's discussion of love with Skip A Beat, an engaging series that explores how authentic love goes deeper than surface-level emotions and cultural definitions. Use this compelling sermon bumper to help students understand the heart of true love - teaching them how Christ-centered relationships manifest through service, sacrifice, and genuine care for others.
Tags: skip a beat, love, teal, valentine’s day, sermon bumper, hearts, pink, video, students, white, genuine, care, heart, purple, love (view more) (view less)
Dive deep into the powerful final statements of Jesus on the cross in this compelling student ministry sermon bumper that challenges teens to examine the profound meaning behind Christ's sacrifice. "Last Words" takes students on a thought-provoking journey through Jesus' final moments, revealing timeless truths about forgiveness, salvation, trust, and spiritual victory that directly apply to the challenges they face today.
Tags: last words, final words, cross, crown, easter, jesus (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)
Tags: characters, john 1:14, luke 2:8-20, matthew 2:10-12, isaiah 9:6-7, luke 2:8-14, luke 1:26-35, matthew 1:18-25, starts, zechariah 9:9, matthew 1:23, christian traditions, religious holiday, church congregation, religious event, christian celebration, church choir, luke 2:7, matthew 1:21, luke 2:11, christmas prayers, christmas reflection, nativity scene, luke 2:13, matthew 2:11, matthew 2:10, luke 1:35, luke 2:12, luke 2:20, luke 1:30, matthew 2:9, matthew 2:6, luke 2:6, matthew 2:2, matthew 2:1, luke 2:10, luke 2:14, luke 2:38, luke 2:21, luke 2:17, luke 2:15, matthew 1:25, luke 2:8, matthew 2:13, video, christian faith, silhouette, film, gospel message, birth of jesus, navidad, bethlehem star, church service, christmas story, mary and joseph, church community, joy to the world, sermon, christmas hope, christmas joy, blue, jesus' birth, shepherds, mother, engaging, videos, christmas carols, resource, christmas worship, video illustration, interesting, micah 5:2, isaiah 7:14, isaiah 9:6, bible, church, john 3:16, pastor, christmas message, mother, movie, film, sermon, christmas sermon, christmas traditions, mark, christmas service, tool, mini movie, pastor, march, shepherd, sheep, wise men, purple, walk, birth, salvation, dark, god, magi, illustration, congregation, jesus christ, joseph, movie, help, emmanuel, mary, nativity, december, faith, service, christmas, bible, jesus, bethlehem, matthew, john, luke, christian, love, father, christ, advent, camel, church, savior, christmas eve, worship (view more) (view less)
Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective, Bible History
Why is community important for Christians? Watch this video, and share it with others today!
Scripture: Acts 2:44-47, Acts 4:32-35, Romans 12:4-5, Romans 12:10-13, Romans 15:5-6, Romans 15:14, 1 Corinthians 1:10, 1 Corinthians 12:12-13, 1 Corinthians 12:25-27, 2 Corinthians 8:13-15, Galatians 5:13-14, Ephesians 2:19-22, Ephesians 4:1-6, Ephesians 4:25-32, Philippians 1:27, Philippians 2:1-4, Colossians 3:12-14, 1 Thessalonians 5:11, Hebrews 10:24-25, James 5:16, 1 Peter 4:8-10, 1 John 3:16-18, 1 John 4:11-12, Revelation 21:3-4 (view more) (view less)
Tags: togetherness, diversity, care, social, connection, congregation, friendship, relationships, unity, teamwork, cooperation, compassion, family, support, hospitality, community, ministry, fellowship, outreach, communication, meeting, church, service, james 5:16, ephesians 4:1-6, philippians 1:27, socializing, 1 john 4:11-12, romans 12:10-13, ephesians 2:19-22, acts 4:32-35, 1 john 3:16-18, galatians 5:13-14, fellowship, hebrews 10:24-25, romans 12:4-5, colossians 3:12-14, regional, 1 corinthians 12:12-13, 2 corinthians 8:13-15, ephesians 4:25-32, philippians 2:1-4, 1 thessalonians 5:11, mutual aid, acts 2:44-47, romans 15:5-6, romans 15:14, 1 corinthians 1:10, common purpose, shared values, 1 corinthians 12:25-27, 1 peter 4:8-10, revelation 21:3-4, community, local, bonding, communication, church, ministry, network, solidarity, kinship, interdependence, interaction, inclusivity, empathy, engagement, neighborhood, national, partnership, assembly, involvement, participation, international, sharing, collaboration, belonging, parish, welcoming, gathering (view more) (view less)
Test your celebrity social media knowledge in "Follower Face Off," an interactive game where students race to opposite sides of the room to guess which famous faces have the larger Instagram following. This energetic, team-based competition combines pop culture awareness with physical activity, making it the perfect ice-breaker or engagement activity for your next youth ministry gathering.
Tags: instragram, celebrity, interactive
To open some doors You must have the right key. Jesus' life and ministry on the earth was God's way of offering everything necessary to unlock the Kingdom life. Jesus is the door to salvation and all are welcomed in. He is the way of rescue and all are given hope. The gospel gives us the keys to the Kingdom. Use this movie as a sermon bumper, worship element, or intro video to your service.
Tags: kingdom, salvation, god, key, offering, matthew, jesus (view more) (view less)
Genres: Powerful
Service Styles: Contemporary
Transform your student ministry's approach to dating and relationships with We Need To Talk, a powerful four-week series that equips teens with biblical wisdom for navigating modern romance through the lens of faith. Use this game in a service where students address crucial topics like identity in Christ, healthy boundaries, and God's design for relationships, all while engaging students with visuals that resonate with their daily experiences.
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:13
Tags: xoxo, we need to talk, love, serve, authentic love, students, video, white, game, love like jesus, valentine’s day, encourage, romance, dating, motion, red, heart, emotions, love, black (view more) (view less)
"Selfie Challenge" is a high-energy game that gives students just 30 seconds to capture creative selfies based on rapidly changing prompts, creating instant engagement and hilarious moments. This ready-to-use resource helps break down social barriers, making it ideal for kickoff events, retreats, or anytime your youth ministry needs a quick activity that gets everyone participating and laughing together.
Tags: humility, love, love, serve, selfie (view more) (view less)
Transform your student ministry's approach to dating and relationships with We Need To Talk, a powerful four-week series that equips teens with biblical wisdom for navigating modern romance through the lens of faith. Use this sermon bumper to introduce service where students address crucial topics like identity in Christ, healthy boundaries, and God's design for relationships, all while engaging students with visuals that resonate with their daily experiences.
Tags: black, love, emotions, heart, red, dating, romance, encourage, valentine’s day, love like jesus, white, students, authentic love, serve, love (view more) (view less)
Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Uplifting
Called to Give More - Subtitled Version
Scripture: Malachi 3:10, 2 Corinthians 9:7, Luke 6:38, Proverbs 11:25, Acts 20:35, Matthew 6:21, 1 Timothy 6:17-19, Proverbs 3:9-10, 2 Corinthians 8:12, Matthew 6:1-4, James 1:27, Hebrews 13:16, 1 Chronicles 29:14, 1 John 3:17, Luke 12:33-34, Romans 12:8, Matthew 10:8, Deuteronomy 15:10, Proverbs 22:9, Galatians 6:9-10, 2 Corinthians 8:3-5, Philippians 4:19, Psalm 112:5, Proverbs 19:17, Luke 21:1-4, 2 Corinthians 8:9, Leviticus 27:30, Matthew 19:21, Acts 2:45, 1 Peter 4:10 (view more) (view less)
Tags: worship, offering, commitment, outreach, church, ministry, faith, tithing, trust in god, helping others, volunteer, god's love, generosity, devotion, faithfulness, gratitude, support, giving, stewardship, purpose, church mission, philanthropy, financial support, almsgiving, church finance, purposeful giving, ministry, church, church family, heart for god, charity, contribution, spiritual growth, nonprofit, donations, god's work, christian charity, mission, christian giving, blessings, church community, serving, acts of kindness, 1 john 3:17, matthew 19:21, matthew 6:1-4, leviticus 27:30, galatians 6:9-10, philippians 4:19, 2 corinthians 8:9, hebrews 13:16, james 1:27, luke 6:38, 1 timothy 6:17-19, acts 20:35, romans 12:8, proverbs 22:9, proverbs 19:17, proverbs 3:9-10, malachi 3:10, church offering, heart of giving, church fundraising, biblical stewardship, financial stewardship, proverbs 11:25, matthew 6:21, 1 chronicles 29:14, luke 12:33-34, matthew 10:8, deuteronomy 15:10, 2 corinthians 8:3-5, psalm 112:5, luke 21:1-4, acts 2:45, church donations, biblical giving, 2 corinthians 8:12, 2 corinthians 9:7, 1 peter 4:10, community support (view more) (view less)
This mini-movie is one of our best-selling videos ever. Hundreds of churches and ministries nationwide have used this Mini-Movie in a variety of settings. Powerful visuals of American culture mixed with excerpts from President Ronald Reagan’s 1st Inaugural Address in 1981. It is a stirring patriotic portrayal of American life and the freedoms we enjoy. Perfect for Independence Day or any patriotic themed service or event.
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:17
Tags: brave, 4th of july, america, flag, independence, veterans, memorial, memorial day (view more) (view less)
Prayer is the most powerful yet overlooked ministry of the believer, and those who lead will recognize just how impoverished the body of Christ becomes when prayer is neglected. We pray that this will inspire your congregation to become warriors upon their knees as Paul exhorts: “Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, being watchful to this end with all perseverance and supplication for all the saints.” Ephesians 6:18 NKJV
Scripture: James 5:16, Revelation 8:4, 1 Thessalonians 5:17, 1 Timothy 2:2, Acts 1:14, Matthew 6:6, Psalm 122:6, James 1:6, Matthew 5:44, Matthew 6:9, Mark 14:38, Matthew 24:42 (view more) (view less)
Tags: pray, prayer, supplication
Genres: Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective
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