Gather25 Replay Guide

A Small Group Guide to Living Holy, on Mission, and with Eternal Hope

Hey Friends-

Gather25 was an unprecedented 25-hour global broadcast event telling the inspiring stories of the global Church, by the global Church.Jesus followers in churches, campuses, arenas, and living rooms–from every continent and denomination– joined together across every time zone to watch the Gather25 broadcast that was free to everyone on February 28 and March 1, 2025.For 25 hours, Gather25 invited believers across the world topray, repent, worship, and discover how the love of Jesus is transforming the world through everyday people. And now we invite you to relive Gather25 with your people in your places. Be inspired by the stories of how God is moving across the earth, and join us in sharing the hope of Jesus with Everybody Everywhere.

- The Gather25 Team

1. Invite your people.

Take a moment to pray and ask God who you should invite, then take the next step and invite them.

2. Gather with your people.

Plan what works best for you and your people. Here are a few suggestions to get you started:

Watch One Session Per Week: Perfect for small groups or Bible studies, creatingspace for deep discussion.

Weekend Intensive: Experience Gather25 in a focused retreat or church eventsetting, sparking meaningful conversations.

Personal Reflection: Watch at your own pace, allowing time for prayer and personal reflection. Experience Gather25 in a focused retreat or church event setting, sparking meaningful conversations.

3. Watch, read and discuss together.

Follow the guide below for watching and discussing together!

NORTH AMERICA INTRO VIDEO

Main Theme: We Would Be Holy

Key Passage: 1 Peter 1:13-19 "Be holy, because I am holy."

Global Focus: North America

FRANCIS CHAN VIDEO

Watch: Faithfulness Looks Different Than You Think: A Prayer (8:16)

Ask:

  • When you hear the word “holy,” what comes to mind?
  • What does it look like to pursue holiness in everyday life—at work, online, with friends?
  • How does the Holy Spirit help us live a holy life?
  • What part of Francis Chan’s message stuck with you the most—and why?

PRISCILLA SHIRER VIDEO

Watch: He Knocks At The Door (17:52)

Read: 1 Peter 1:13-19

Ask:

  • What are you tempted to seek in this world, instead of pursuing holiness?
  • Are there people in your life that you have watched fall away from Jesus? How can you encourage them to come back to God?

BONUS VIDEO

Watch: Baptisms By the Thousands (4:37)

Pause and Pray for North America.

Next Steps: Write down or share some things that are keeping you from holiness. Repent and ask God to transform those parts of your life.

OCEANIA INTRO VIDEO

Main Theme: We Would Live on Mission

Key Passage: Matthew 28:16-20 "Go and make disciples of all nations."

Global Focus: Oceania

JON TYSON VIDEO

Watch: From Selfish to Sent (26:02)

Read: Matthew 28:16-20

Ask:

  • How would you describe the Great Commission in your own words?
  • Who was Jesus speaking to when He gave the Great Commission—and what does that mean for us today?
  • What challenges or calls to action did Jon Tyson give? Which one resonated with you the most —and why?

GEN Z STORY VIDEO

Watch: Revival Among Gen Z (3:24)

Ask:

  • Would you say you and your Christian community have a real passion to see people come to know Jesus? Why or why not?
  • What do you think keeps people (or you) from sharing their faith more often?
  • What are some natural, everyday ways you could bring up your faith in a conversation?

BONUS VIDEO

Watch: The Ripple of Obedient Faith (3:53)

Pause and Pray for Oceania.

Next Steps: Watch this Gospel Video and write down the name of someone who God might be calling you to share the video with. Consider what it looks like to be a witness for Jesus in your everyday context (work, family, friendships).

ASIA INTRO VIDEO

Main Theme: We Would Operate with the Power of God

Key Passage: Acts 1:6-11 "You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you."

Global Focus: Asia

DR. PETER TAN-CHI VIDEO

Watch: Disciple Your Family (25:54)

Read: Acts 1:6-11

Ask:

  • How would you describe the role of the Holy Spirit in a believer’s life?
  • Can you think of a time when you experienced the Holy Spirit’s power or presence in your life?
  • Are there areas of your faith that feel routine or a little too comfortable? What do you think has led to that?

STORY VIDEO

Watch: Revival in the Remote Jungles of Asia (3:44)

Ask:

  • It can be easy to take the Bible for granted—how can you grow in treasuring God’s Word more deeply?
  • What stood out to you from the story of the Penan tribe?

BONUS VIDEO

Watch: Urgent Need & Unprecedented Opportunity with David Platt (20:54)

Pause and pray for Asia.

Next Steps: Take a moment to consider: Is there someone in your life who needs a Bible—maybe a friend, neighbor, coworker, or even a family member? If so, how could you personally help them get one?

EASTERN EUROPE INTRO VIDEO

Main Theme: We Would Surrender Fully

Key Passage: Romans 12:1-2 "Offer your bodies as a living sacrifice."

Global Focus: Eastern Europe and India

LOUIE GIGLIO VIDEO

Watch: Say “Yes” to God’s Plan (29:11)

Read: Romans 12:1-2

Ask:

  • Was there anything in Louie’s message that challenged the way you think or live right now?
  • Can you share a time when you gave something up for someone else—your time, comfort, resources, or plans?
  • How did it feel at the moment? Looking back, do you regret it—or would you do it again?

STORY VIDEO

Watch: War Won’t Stop the Church (3:44)

Pause and Pray for Eastern Europe.

INDIA INTRO VIDEO

SRI'S STORY VIDEO

Watch: The Power of One Surrendered Life (4:59)

Ask:

  • What does surrender to God look like for you right now—in this specific season of life?
  • Is there something in your life right now that God isasking you to let go of or surrender to Him?
  • What do you think might be holding you back from fully obeying Jesus—even when it’s costly?

Pause and pray for India.

BONUS VIDEO

Watch: The Paradox of Surrender with Cristian Barbosu (1:01)

Next Steps: Identify one area of your life that you need to surrender to God, and take one small, bold step this week toward following Jesus more fully.

PERSECUTED CHURCH INTRO VIDEO

Main Theme: We Would Stand Boldly for Christ

Key Passage: Matthew 10:16-25 "You will be hated by all because of My name, but the one who endures to the end will be saved."

Watch: The Persecuted Church (1:00:50)

Read: Matthew 10:16-25

Ask:

  • What warning does Jesus give His disciples about persecution, and why do you think it still matters for us today?
  • Where do you see Christians facing persecution today —locally or globally—and how do you think we’re called to respond?
  • In Matthew10:19-20, what promise does Jesus give— and how might that bring comfort in moments of fear or pressure?
  • How does knowing that Jesus also faced persecution encourage or strengthen your own faith journey?

Pause and pray for the Persecuted Church.

Go to Persecution.com - using the global church prayer guide, choose 3 persecuted countries - pray for believers in those countries, that they would be protected, that God would give them boldness, and that the gospel would spread.

BONUS VIDEO

Watch: Preaching in the Deadliest Place on Earth (3:45)

Next Steps: Write down one fear you have about sharing your faith. Then, write down one simple way you can practice boldness this week. Ask God to give you the courage to take that step.

AFRICA INTRO VIDEO

Main Theme: We Would Walk with Jesus

Key Passage: John 15:1-17 "Remain in me, and I will remain in you."

Global Focus: Africa

WATOTO CHOIR VIDEO

Watch: The Watoto Children’s Choir (7:13)

DR. CHARLES MUGISHA VIDEO

Watch: Walking with Jesus (15:06)

Read: John 15:1-17

Ask:

  • What does it mean to abide in Jesus—and what does that look like in everyday life?
  • Jesus says those who remain in Him will bear much fruit—what fruit do you see growing in your life right now?
  • As you abide in Jesus, in what ways do you want Him to shape you to be more like Him?

STORY VIDEO

Watch: Reconciliation for a Nation (4:23)

Ask:

  • What were your thoughts or emotions as you watched the“Reconciliation for a Nation” story
  • Why do faith and perseverance matter in our journey with Jesus—especially when life is hard
  • What do you believe Jesus might want to do through your life as you stay close to Him?
  • How does being in community help you stay connected toJesus and keep growing in Him?

Pause and pray for Africa.

BONUS VIDEO

Watch: Himbaza Drummers (9:00)

Next Steps: Ask Jesus to reveal any areas of your life where you’re not fully relying on Him. Confess those to Him, and invite Him to lead you into a deeper walk of trust and dependence. Then, choose one spiritual practice this week—like prayer, Scripture reading, or silence—that helps you stay connected to Him, and make space for it each day.

WESTERN EUROPE INTRO VIDEO

Main Theme: We Would Pray for Revival & Hope for Heaven

Key Passage: 2 Chronicles 7:11-22 "If my people... will humble themselves and pray..."

Global Focus: Western Europe and South America

STEPHEN FOSTER VIDEO

Watch: Don’t Miss the Moment (16:29)

Read: 2 Chronicles 7:11-22

Ask:

  • What part of Stephen Foster’s message stood out to you the most—and why?
  • How would you define “revival”? Have you ever seen or experienced anything like it?
  • According to this passage, what does God call His people to do—and what does He promise in response?

Pause and pray for Western Europe.

SOUTH AMERICA INTRO VIDEO

STORY VIDEO

Watch: An Awakening in South America (5:12)

Ask:

  • What does it mean to be hungry for revival—and how might that hunger show up in your life?
  • How could your community grow in making evangelism a natural, everyday part of your culture?

Pause and pray for South America.

CONCLUSION

As you complete this Gather25 Replay Guide, our prayer is that your heart would be stirred with a desire to live a holy life, to live on mission, to walk in the power of God, and to surrender fully to His will. May you be strengthened to stand boldly for Christ, to walk closely with Jesus, and to pray for revival and hope for heaven. And may all of this move you to keep your eyes on the nations—loving the global Church, praying for the unreached, and saying“yes” to whatever God calls you to do, wherever He leads. Be encouraged by this worship video sung across nations in different languages to one God.

DOXOLOGY VIDEO