Christian music artist Emerson Day, a Dove Award–nominated singer-songwriter, shares the unexpected journey that led her from college lacrosse and a future in federal law enforcement to a calling in Christian music. Known for powerful songs like Get Behind Me and This House Won’t Fall, Emerson opens up about obedience, spiritual warfare, and trusting God when the path forward feels uncertain.

In this episode, Emerson reflects on turning down her dream job with the ATF, rediscovering songwriting during a season of waiting, and how faith shaped her music long before success arrived. Her story is a reminder that God wastes nothing—and that obedience often begins with one brave “yes.”

Highlights


Why Emerson turned down a federal law enforcement career to pursue music


How a season of waiting shaped her faith and songwriting


The personal story behind Get Behind Me and spiritual warfare


Lessons passed down from her grandmother that inspired her lyrics


How lacrosse and discipline prepared her for life as an artist


The biblical foundation behind This House Won’t Fall (Matthew 7)


Why Emerson believes God uses every chapter of our story


What she hopes listeners experience when they hear her music

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🔗 Resources & Links


🎵 Get Behind Me – Emerson Day


🎵 This House Won’t Fall – Emerson Day


🌐 Official website: emersondaymusic.com


🎧 Discover more faith-centered podcasts at LifeAudio.com

Christian music artist Emerson Day, a Dove Award&ndash;nominated singer-songwriter, shares the unexpected journey that led her from college lacrosse and a future in federal law enforcement to a calling in Christian music. Known for powerful songs like Get Behind Me and This House Won&rsquo;t Fall, Emerson opens up about obedience, spiritual warfare, and trusting God when the path forward feels uncertain.
In this episode, Emerson reflects on turning down her dream job with the ATF, rediscovering songwriting during a season of waiting, and how faith shaped her music long before success arrived. Her story is a reminder that God wastes nothing&mdash;and that obedience often begins with one brave &ldquo;yes.&rdquo;
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Why Emerson turned down a federal law enforcement career to pursue music
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How a season of waiting shaped her faith and songwriting
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The personal story behind Get Behind Me and spiritual warfare
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Lessons passed down from her grandmother that inspired her lyrics
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How lacrosse and discipline prepared her for life as an artist
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The biblical foundation behind This House Won&rsquo;t Fall (Matthew 7)
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Why Emerson believes God uses every chapter of our story
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What she hopes listeners experience when they hear her music
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Join the Conversation
Have you ever felt God calling you to something unexpected&mdash;or uncomfortable?
Join the conversation and share your story using #LifeAudio.
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🔗 Resources &amp; Links
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🎵 <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rs2J6t8XS_k">Get Behind Me &ndash; Emerson Day</a>
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🎵 <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wMo4ljEgTMs">This House Won&rsquo;t Fall &ndash; Emerson Day</a>
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🌐 Official website: <a href="https://www.emersondaymusic.com/">emersondaymusic.com</a>
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🎧 Discover more faith-centered podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/">LifeAudio.com</a>
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Join us each week on Crosswalk Talk where we interview your favorite Christian celebrities. Hear how famous Christian figures keep their faith a priority in Hollywood and discover the best Christian movies, books, television, and other entertainment.
Some of our favorite interviews include:
⭐️ Chrissy Metz and Bradley Collins Discuss Their Heartwarming Children's Book on Prayer
⭐️ Patricia Heaton and David Hunt Talk Faith, Life and Their Adoption Film Unexpected
⭐️ Willie and Korie Robertson Open Up About The Blind and the Generational Impact of Faith
⭐️ Phil Wickham Talks New Album, Songwriting, and the Deconstruction Movement
Let us know what famous Christian celebrities you want us to interview for the show!

Join us each week on Crosswalk Talk where we interview your favorite Christian celebrities. Hear how famous Christian figures keep their faith a priority in Hollywood and discover the best Christian movies, books, television, and other entertainment.

Crosswalk Talk: Celebrity Christian Interviews

Join us each week on Crosswalk Talk where we interview your favorite Christian celebrities. Hear how famous Christian figures keep their faith a priority in Hollywood and discover the best Christian movies, books, television, and other entertainment.
Some of our favorite interviews include:
⭐️ Chrissy Metz and Bradley Collins Discuss Their Heartwarming Children's Book on Prayer
⭐️ Patricia Heaton and David Hunt Talk Faith, Life and Their Adoption Film Unexpected
⭐️ Willie and Korie Robertson Open Up About The Blind and the Generational Impact of Faith
⭐️ Phil Wickham Talks New Album, Songwriting, and the Deconstruction Movement
Let us know what famous Christian celebrities you want us to interview for the show!

From Law Enforcement to Worship Leader: Emerson Day’s Story Behind “Get Behind Me”

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