Carry the conversation forward.
A simple gathering for friends, families, or a church group after a meaningful concert.
Original EMP sample resource for the MercyMe concept. Pending tour and artist approval.
Before you gather
Choose a comfortable place, invite your people, and let them know this is a conversation rather than a lesson they need to prepare for. Read the passages yourself beforehand. Everyone is welcome to listen; no one needs to share a personal experience they would rather keep private.
1. Remember the night · 10 minutes
Invite each person to share a song, story, or moment that stayed with them. What did it bring to mind? Give everyone space without feeling the need to explain or correct each response.
2. Open Scripture · 15 minutes
Read Psalm 46:1–3, 10–11 together. Allow a quiet moment, then discuss:
- What does this passage tell us about God?
- Where do you see the invitation to trust Him?
- What might taking refuge in God look like in an ordinary week?
If your group wants to explore further, read Habakkuk 3:17–19. Talk about how faith can coexist with waiting and honest questions.
3. Choose a practical response · 10 minutes
Read 1 John 3:16–18. Consider how encouragement can lead to action.
- Who in your community could use practical care?
- What is one realistic thing you could do as individuals or as a group?
- Who will take the first step, and when?
Choose one response that you can actually carry into the coming week.
4. Pray and reconnect · 10 minutes
Invite prayer requests without pressure to share. Pray for the needs mentioned and for wisdom to respond with love. Before leaving, choose a simple way to check in during the next week.
For the group leader
Listen more than you speak. Avoid pressuring anyone toward a donation or a personal disclosure. If someone needs more support than the group can offer, help them connect with an appropriate pastor or care leader.
At the next gathering, ask what people tried, what encouraged them, and what they want to keep practicing.