Episode 67

When Jesus Doesn’t Give You the Blueprint — with Rachel Hale

In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Rachel Hale, a singer/songwriter from Nashville and former American Idol finalist who loves Jesus deeply and is learning how to follow Him with courage in the entertainment world.

Rachel opens up about navigating the music industry as a Christian woman — especially the pressure to compromise values around purity, image, and identity. She shares stories of choosing kingdom convictions over cultural expectations, and how the Holy Spirit has taught her to lead even when there’s no blueprint for what God is asking her to do.

We discuss the tension of taking steps of faith when nothing makes sense on paper, and the courage it takes to stay obedient when you feel alone or misunderstood. Rachel also shares powerful moments where God spoke directly to her about her worth, her calling, and why “just because it sells doesn’t mean it’s valuable.”

If you’re in a season where you can’t see the next step, feel pressure to blend in, or wonder if you’re falling behind, Rachel’s story will remind you that God rewards obedience, He honors purity, and He always makes a way where there seems to be none.

Listen in and be encouraged — God is writing a story through your life that only you can carry.

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About Rachel

Rachel Hale is a singer/songwriter from Prescott, Arkansas, whose powerful voice and joyful spirit have taken her from small-town stages to national platforms. She first gained national recognition as Pre-Teen America, later becoming a Top 20 finalist on Season 12 of American Idol, where Billboard named her performance of “Nothing But the Water” one of the top moments of the season.

A longtime member of CeCe Winans’ Nashville Life Church, Rachel led worship and co-wrote “Firm Foundation,” the title track for Selah’s Dove Award–winning album Firm Foundation. She has shared the stage with artists like Peter Frampton, Ricky Skaggs, CeCe Winans, and Jason Crabb, and has opened for Tracy Byrd, Joe Nichols, Jimmie Allen, and more.

Her music and story have reached audiences worldwide through Daystar Television and GOD TV, and her performances include singing the national anthem for the Washington Commanders and the Indianapolis Colts. Rachel recently debuted her single “Louder” at the NCAA StaffDNA Cure Bowl on ESPN, with proceeds supporting cancer research.

Now based in Nashville, Rachel also hosts her popular paleo-friendly cooking show Hale’s Kitchen, featuring recipes and conversations with industry-leading guests.

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Hey there — I’m Steve Campbell. I’m a husband, dad to four amazing kids, follower of Jesus, and someone who wakes up every day wanting to help people live with more clarity, courage, and purpose.

Life has taught me that faith isn’t just something you talk about — it’s something you live, wrestle with, and anchor everything to. My relationship with Jesus shapes how I love my family, how I lead, how I speak, and how I show up for others. Every podcast, conversation, and connection I make starts there — from a place of grace, humility, and hope.

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I don’t have all the answers — but I’ve learned that when you stay close to Jesus, stay curious, and keep moving forward, amazing things can unfold.

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At home, I’m just “Dad.” My wife and our four kids are my greatest joy and daily reminder of what really matters. They keep me grounded, laughing, and trusting God in the middle of the chaos and beauty of everyday life.

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