AFTER THE EVENTS
SEVEN DAYS OF ENCOURAGEMENT

Original EMP sample reflections for the MercyMe concept. Not artist-authored or approved tour resources.

Read each Scripture passage in your Bible, reflect, and try one practical response.

DAY 1: MAKE ROOM TO LISTEN
Read: Psalm 46:1–11

After a meaningful night, life quickly fills the quiet again. Set aside a few minutes to notice what you are carrying today. Psalm 46 points us toward God as our refuge amid circumstances we cannot control. You do not have to recreate the emotion of a concert to turn your attention to Him. Begin where you are.

Reflect: What is taking up the most space in your thoughts today?
One next step: Set your phone aside for five minutes. Read Psalm 46 slowly, then name one concern in prayer.

DAY 2: BRING YOUR HONEST QUESTIONS
Read: Psalm 13

Faith makes room for honest prayer. In Psalm 13, David brings his distress to God and remembers His steadfast love. If you are disappointed, grieving, or waiting, you can speak plainly. You do not need a polished explanation before you pray. Consider sharing what you are carrying with someone you trust.

Reflect: What have you been reluctant to bring honestly to God?
One next step: Write a short prayer in your own words. Include both a question and something you are thankful for.

DAY 3: TRUST IN THE WAITING
Read: Habakkuk 3:17–19

Habakkuk describes circumstances in which familiar sources of security disappear. His response points toward trust in God even when the situation remains hard. Trust does not require pretending that loss is easy. Today, consider what it would look like to lean on God for the next small step.

Reflect: Where are you waiting for an outcome you cannot control?
One next step: Name one faithful action you can take today while you wait: make the call, keep the promise, ask for help, or rest.

DAY 4: REMEMBER THE HOPE OF JESUS
Read: John 14:1–6

Jesus speaks to troubled hearts with the invitation to trust Him. The hope He offers is rooted in who He is and the relationship He makes possible. Let this passage guide your attention beyond today’s uncertainty. If its meaning raises questions, bring those questions to a trusted pastor or Christian friend.

Reflect: What encourages you in Jesus’ words to His disciples?
One next step: Read the passage with someone else and share one question or encouragement from it.

DAY 5: PUT LOVE INTO PRACTICE
Read: 1 John 3:16–18

Love becomes visible through action. John connects the love of Jesus with the way we respond to people in need. You do not have to solve every problem to take one useful step. Start with someone whose need you already know, and ask what would actually help.

Reflect: Who near you could use practical care this week?
One next step: Offer one specific act of care: a meal, a ride, a listening ear, or help with a task.

DAY 6: KEEP WALKING WITH OTHERS
Read: Hebrews 10:23–25

Encouragement grows in relationship. This passage invites believers to keep meeting and to consider how they can encourage one another toward love and good works. Think about the people who help you follow Jesus. A simple conversation or invitation can be a meaningful next step.

Reflect: Who helps you stay connected to faith in ordinary life?
One next step: Arrange a conversation with a friend, group leader, or pastor. Ask how you can encourage them, too.

DAY 7: CHOOSE ONE NEXT STEP
Read: James 1:22–25

The invitation of Scripture reaches into how we live. Look back over the week and notice one response you want to continue. Keep it specific and realistic. Growth often takes shape through repeated, ordinary acts of faithfulness in the company of others.

Reflect: What is one response you want to carry into the coming week?
One next step: Write down your next step and when you will take it. Share it with a trusted person who can encourage you.

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