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Our God is sovereign. He has power over all things, and nothing is too big for Him. He is the Creator of Heaven and earth, the King of Kings, the Lord of Lords. His glory and majesty have no equal. Our God is great.
Scripture: Ephesians 1:11, Romans 8:28, Matthew 10:29, Matthew 10:30, Matthew 10:31, Colossians 1:16, Colossians 1:17, Isaiah 45:7-9, Proverbs 16:33, Job 42:2 (view more) (view less)
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Exalt the Lord through this powerful scripture reading and worship opener from Psalm 34. Let the words of David inspire you to seek the Lord, taste His goodness, and rejoice in His deliverance from fears and troubles.
Scripture: Psalm 34:1-9
Tags: psalm, exhalt, lord, seek, goodness, deliverance (view more) (view less)
Genres: Powerful, Uplifting
Service Styles: Contemporary
We speak about it, sing about it and read about it but has the reality of God’s amazing love truly penetrated our hearts? This video was created with that very purpose in mind. It’s perfect any time of the year for messages about God’s love. It’s also ideal for Valentine’s Day when many are celebrating love as others are reminded of their loneliness, failed relationships and pain.
Scripture: Isaiah 54:10, Jeremiah 31:13, John 3:16
Tags: love, god's love, valentine's day, true love, perfect love, real love (view more) (view less)
Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Uplifting
Thanksgiving weekend is here! Come, let us sing for joy to the LORD. Let us come before Him with thanksgiving and extol Him with music and song. For the LORD is great.
Scripture: Psalm 95:1-5, 1 Chronicles 16:34, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Colossians 3:17, Psalm 100:4, Psalm 95:2, Ephesians 5:20, Psalm 107:1, Psalm 118:1, Psalm 136:26, 2 Corinthians 9:15, Philippians 4:6, 1 Chronicles 29:13, 1 Timothy 4:4, Hebrews 13:15, Colossians 4:2, Romans 14:6, Colossians 2:7, Psalm 34:1, Psalm 69:30, Daniel 2:23, 1 Timothy 2:1, Psalm 50:14, James 1:17, Psalm 147:7, Luke 17:16, Revelation 7:12, Jonah 2:9, Leviticus 22:29, Psalm 30:12, Psalm 50:23 (view more) (view less)
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Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks. Let’s give thanks to God for our grandparents, our parents, our siblings, spouses, friends, children, and coworkers. Happy Thanksgiving!
Scripture: Psalm 34:1, Psalm 69:30, Daniel 2:23, 1 Timothy 2:1, Psalm 50:14, James 1:17, Psalm 147:7, Luke 17:16, Revelation 7:12, Jonah 2:9, Leviticus 22:29, Psalm 30:12, Psalm 50:23, 1 Chronicles 16:34, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Colossians 3:17, Psalm 100:4, Psalm 95:2, Ephesians 5:20, Psalm 107:1, Psalm 118:1, Psalm 136:26, 2 Corinthians 9:15, Philippians 4:6, 1 Chronicles 29:13, 1 Timothy 4:4, Hebrews 13:15, Colossians 4:2, Romans 14:6, Colossians 2:7 (view more) (view less)
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As we reflect on the old year behind us and look into the new we need to remember to keep our focus fixed on Christ. No matter what happens in the next year, whether it brings great blessings or hard times, let’s make sure to hold to, lean on, and trust in Him.
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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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Christ was crucified and buried, but the grave could not hold Him. On Easter morning the stone was rolled away, He has risen, He has won! From reflective to triumphant, this powerful intro will help prepare your congregation for their Easter worship services.
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:55-57
Tags: easter resurrection, easter good friday, victory over death, crucifixion, savior (view more) (view less)
Genres: Emotional, Uplifting, Reflective
Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional
Spur your church on towards a better prayer life with the Prayer Quotes video. This thought-provoking video features powerful quotes on prayer from Martin Luther, Oswald Chambers, and Corrie Ten Boom, among other influential Christian figures.
Tags: leadership, lord's prayer, patience, god's guidance, worship, commitment, prayer general, prayer supplication, martin luther king jr, prayer how to (view more) (view less)
Genres: Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective
Tags: easter, worship, christ, jesus, intro, christ crucified, risen christ (view more) (view less)
Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Reflective
Jesus Loves Me is a story of sexual abuse, divorce, and God's redemption. Beacon Light shares the story of Jesus working in His life in this powerful rendition of the childhood song. Video is perfect for any service you want to deeply impact people.
Scripture: Mark 2:17
Tags: don't give up, cry out to god, only saves sinners, hope, abuse, divorce, redemption, children (view more) (view less)
Even in the manger, Jesus was worthy of worship. The Word had become flesh and eternity had been forever changed. Filled with scripture, “This Christmas” is a powerful way to begin your Christmas services and remind your congregation of the unquestioned worthiness of The Messiah.
Scripture: Isaiah 7:14, Micah 5:2, John 3:16
Tags: jesus, savior, christmas eve, christmas, messiah (view more) (view less)
Jesus is alive! That powerful Easter moment was not an ending but a beginning. After His resurrection, Jesus commanded us to go and tell the world. To share the hope of Easter with everyone, everywhere. Easter may be over, but our commission is clear…Let’s Go!
Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20, Mark 16:15, Matthew 9:37-38, Romans 10:15
Tags: easter, resurrection, great commission, divine purpose, mission, calling (view more) (view less)
We can miss the power of the Christmas season when we miss the true meaning of Christmas. Christmas is the birth of our savior, Jesus. Perfect to use as a service opener, sermon bumper or transitional element in your worship services.
Scripture: Luke 2:11-12
Tags: jesus, nativity, christmas, winter, snowflake, snow (view more) (view less)
Genres: Uplifting, Reflective
Life is God given and precious. Scripture proclaims beautifully how God knitted each one of us together in our Mother’s womb. This powerful video follows the journey all the way back to where life begins.
Scripture: Psalm 139:13-17
Tags: creation, created, abortion, workmanship, life, womb, sanctity of life, sanctity (view more) (view less)
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