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Emerson Day walked away from a dream job in law enforcement to follow God\u2019s call into music. The Dove-nominated singer opens up about faith, fear, and the powerful story behind her hit \u201cGet Behind Me.\u201d<\/p>\n
Christian singer and Dove Award\u2013nominated artist Emerson Day shares with Crosswalk Talk’s Michael Foust the remarkable story of how she walked away from a dream career in law enforcement to follow God\u2019s call into music. She talks about growing up playing lacrosse, turning down a special agent position, and the peace she felt after choosing a different path. Emerson also opens up about the inspiration behind her hit song \u201cGet Behind Me\u201d and how her faith shapes her songwriting. Plus, she reflects on her journey, the long seasons of waiting, and why she believes God never wastes a single chapter of our lives.<\/p>\n
Photo Credit: \u00a9GodTube<\/a> \/ Emerson Day<\/p>\n Originally published January 22, 2026.<\/p>\n Michael Foust<\/strong> has covered the intersection of faith and news for 20 years. His stories have appeared in Baptist Press, Christianity Today, The Christian Post, the Leaf-Chronicle, the Toronto Star and the Knoxville News-Sentinel.\u00a0<\/p>\n Listen to Michael’s Podcast!\u00a0<\/strong>He is the host of Crosswalk Talk<\/strong><\/a>, a podcast where he talks with Christian movie stars, musicians, directors, and more. Hear how famous Christian figures keep their faith a priority in Hollywood and discover the best Christian movies, books, television, and other entertainment. You can find Crosswalk Talk<\/strong><\/a> on LifeAudio.com<\/strong><\/a>, or subscribe on Apple<\/strong><\/a> or Spotify<\/strong><\/a> so you never miss an interview that will be sure to encourage your faith.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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