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This brief, uplifting resurrection starter references the multitude of angels absent from the crucifixion and the two sent to announce that Jesus was absent from his tomb. "See for yourselves; he has risen."
Scripture: Matthew 26:53
Tags: easter, resurrection, cross agony, victory over death, empty tomb (view more) (view less)
Genres: Emotional, Uplifting, Reflective
Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional
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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Genres: Emotional, Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective, Bible History
Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional, Progressive
Life isn't easy. Use this Mini-Movie to remind students that because of Jesus we can live victorious!
Tags: lion, victory, strength, jesus, opener, video, students, victor, yellow, bumper video, minimovie (view more) (view less)
Genres: Powerful
Service Styles: Contemporary
As Jesus hung on the cross, he seemed powerless to free Himself but, it wasn’t the nails piercing his hands and feet that help him there. It was love for all humanity that caused Jesus to endure the pain of the cross so we could experience the joy of resurrection.
Tags: passion, cross, crucifixion, death, jesus, video element, mini-movie, screens, video, nails (view more) (view less)
In a world full of “fake news”, the only place we can find truth is from the Holy Word of God. We can’t trust google to give us direction, we must trust God’s direction. A compelling visual Mini-Movie based on an age of Google.
Tags: bible, word of god, truth, screens, bible, mini-movie, video, searching, video element (view more) (view less)
Genres: Uplifting
It’s easy to get caught up in election news cycles. This video is a reminder to look past the drama to what really matters. It’s a great way to introduce a time of prayer for our nation and the upcoming elections. It's also perfect for messages about the influence Christians can have on America's direction.
Tags: inflation, policy, families, elections, voting, america, abortion, prayer (view more) (view less)
Genres: Powerful, Reflective
This video reminds viewers that their purpose is found in God’s plan for their lives. It encourages them to trust that they are created for a purpose, to live for His glory, and to walk in His ways, grounded in scriptures like Jeremiah 29:11 and Ephesians 2:10. The message invites everyone to embrace their identity in Christ and shine for His kingdom.
Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, Ephesians 2:10, Psalm 128:1, Romans 8:28, Colossians 3:23, 1 Corinthians 10:31, Proverbs 3:5-6, Philippians 1:6, Isaiah 55:8-9, Jeremiah 1:5, Matthew 5:16, 2 Timothy 1:9, 1 Peter 2:9, Psalm 139:13-16, 1 Corinthians 12:4-7, John 15:16, 1 Peter 4:10, Hebrews 12:1-2, Galatians 2:20, Luke 1:37 (view more) (view less)
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We need our fathers, not to be perfect, but to pour Jesus into us at every stage of our lives. Perfect for Father’s Day, or any dad-themed event.
Scripture: Exodus 20:12, Ephesians 6:2
Tags: family, father's day, relationships, parenting, integrity, christian values, honor fathers, celebrate dads (view more) (view less)
This enlightening and compelling series explores the transforming power of God's Grace in the life of every true believer. Not only does God intend to save us from our sins, but also to renew our hearts and minds after the image of his beloved Son, Jesus Christ. Grace begins with the forgiveness offered at the Cross, but as we will see throughout this series, it doesn't end there. This media is designed to help support your upcoming teaching and maximize your impact in the community.
Scripture: Titus 2:11-14, Matthew 11:28-30, 1 Peter 5:5-7, John 1:1-18, Hebrews 10:1-3, Hebrews 12:15, 1 Peter 4:8-11 (view more) (view less)
Tags: forgiveness, grace, new creation, sanctification, humility, christian growth, transformed life, transformed mind (view more) (view less)
Genres: Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective
Celebrate the beauty, strength, and love of a mother with this heartfelt Mother’s Day poem. Today we honor the selfless love, wisdom, and faith of mothers everywhere. Sending a big Happy Mother’s Day to all mother figures!
Scripture: Proverbs 31:25-28, Isaiah 66:13, 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, Exodus 20:12, Deuteronomy 6:6-7, Proverbs 22:6, Titus 2:3-5, 2 Timothy 1:5, Psalm 127:3, Psalm 139:13-14, Isaiah 49:15, Matthew 23:37, 1 Peter 3:4, Proverbs 11:16, Colossians 3:14, 1 Timothy 5:10, Luke 2:51, Philippians 1:3, Proverbs 31:20, Romans 8:38-39, 1 Samuel 1:27-28, Psalm 113:9, 2 Timothy 3:14-15, Genesis 3:20, Ephesians 6:1-3, Psalm 103:13, Proverbs 14:1, Matthew 15:4-6, John 19:26-27, Proverbs 29:15, Proverbs 17:6, Isaiah 40:11, Luke 1:46-48, Psalm 46:5, Proverbs 31:10, Galatians 6:9, Philippians 4:13, 1 Peter 5:7, Psalm 37:3-5, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Deuteronomy 4:9, Psalm 34:17, Isaiah 41:10, Ecclesiastes 3:11, 1 John 4:19, Psalm 90:17, Romans 12:10, Proverbs 3:5-6, Romans 8:28, 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, Psalm 27:14, Lamentations 3:22-23, Hebrews 11:1, Matthew 5:14-16, Psalm 16:11, John 15:12, Isaiah 58:11, Colossians 3:12, Romans 15:13, Proverbs 4:7, 2 Thessalonians 3:3, James 1:5, Deuteronomy 31:6, Psalm 28:7, Luke 6:38, Mark 10:16, Psalm 121:1-2, Philippians 2:3-4, Jeremiah 29:11, Hebrews 12:1-2, Psalm 23:1-4, Psalm 37:23-24, Proverbs 16:9, John 14:27, Ephesians 2:10, James 5:16, Micah 6:8, Psalm 37:4, Romans 5:5, Zephaniah 3:17, Matthew 6:26, Psalm 19:14, Colossians 3:23, Proverbs 31:30, Matthew 11:28-30, Joshua 1:9, 1 Corinthians 16:14 (view more) (view less)
Tags: godly woman, christian family values, christian motherhood, biblical parenting, raising godly children, honoring mom, proverbs 31:28, christian inspiration, selfless love, motherhood journey, strength through christ, christian mother’s day, mother’s hands, faith-filled mother, mother’s strength, tribute to moms, mother's day poem, mother’s love, mother’s day church video, gratitude for moms, mother’s wisdom, celebrating mothers, god’s gift of mothers, motherhood and faith, mother’s sacrifice, biblical motherhood, a mother’s touch, mother's heart, a mother’s prayer, mother's grace, raising children in faith, love that never fades, mother's kindness, a mother’s faith, mom’s guidance, jesus and mothers, gift of a mother, a mother’s calling, honoring godly women, faith and motherhood, blessed motherhood, mom’s gentle hands, mother’s light, faith and family, proverbs 31 mother, faith-filled family, strength of a mother, mother’s day video, honoring motherhood, a mother’s gift, mother’s teaching, spiritual motherhood, woman of virtue, mother’s gentle spirit, raising disciples, god’s love in parenting, a mother’s sacrifice, faith through generations, inspiring mothers, god’s grace in motherhood, trusting god with family, children and faith, god’s design for motherhood, god’s love through mothers, a mother’s influence, god’s strength in motherhood, the heart of a mother, christian poetry, mother’s hands poem, blessing of a mother, nurturing hands, mother’s day service, faith in parenting, mother’s protection, guiding hands, god’s plan for mothers, parenting with faith, christian womanhood, praying mom, generational faith, proverbs 31 woman, family and faith, honoring parents, unconditional love, faith and love, godly wisdom, servant heart, honoring women, mother’s day, honoring mothers, christian encouragement, woman of god, the love of christ, christian family, godly parenting, love like christ, christian parenting, love of a mother, godly mother, legacy of faith (view more) (view less)
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Scripture: Luke 14:1-24
Tags: significance, pharisees, discipleship, purpose, sabbath, faith, parable great banquet, parable wedding feast (view more) (view less)
Genres: Uplifting, Reflective
Scripture: Luke 16:19-31
Tags: gospel, heaven, salvation, significance, judgment, eternal life, hell, rich man and lazarus (view more) (view less)
This powerful six-week series explores the life and example of John the Baptizer and the important ministry he played as the forerunner to Jesus Christ. The media in this collection corresponds to the "Forerunner" Total Prep Package offered by SermonCentral.com.
Tags: grace, humility, gospel, salvation, preparation, faithfulness, forerunner, john the baptist (view more) (view less)
To all our moms and mother figures, thank you for all you do for us. Thank you for caring for our needs, for being there for us, for taking the time to listen, for giving us help and encouragement. We love you and appreciate you. Happy Mother’s Day!
Scripture: Exodus 20:12, Proverbs 1:8-9, Proverbs 31:10-31, Isaiah 49:15, Isaiah 66:13, Matthew 15:4-6, Luke 1:46-55, Luke 2:51, Ephesians 6:1-3, 1 Timothy 5:2, Titus 2:3-5, 2 Timothy 1:5, Psalm 113:9, Psalm 127:3-5, Psalm 139:13-16, Proverbs 6:20-22, Proverbs 23:22-25, Proverbs 30:17, Colossians 3:20-21, 1 Peter 3:4 (view more) (view less)
Tags: 2 timothy 1:5, psalm 139:13-16, luke 1:46-55, matthew 15:4-6, isaiah 66:13, isaiah 49:15, 1 timothy 5:2, proverbs 31:10-31, proverbs 1:8-9, 1 peter 3:4, exodus 20:12, colossians 3:20-21, psalm 127:3-5, titus 2:3-5, psalm 113:9, luke 2:51, proverbs 30:17, ephesians 6:1-3, proverbs 31, proverbs 6:20-22, proverbs 23:22-25, biblical guidance, love, godly example, christian virtues, christian values, christian living, christian behavior, christian ethics, biblical principles, appreciation, christianity, family, respect, mother's day, gratitude, parenting, motherhood, honor, love (view more) (view less)
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