Faith Without Fireworks: Rachael Lampa on Meeting Jesus as a Friend

Life doesn’t always look like a big, mountaintop moment—and faith doesn’t either. In this episode of Rewrite, Jonathan Unthank sits down with Rachael Lampa as she shares the simple, powerful ways Jesus showed up for her: not with fireworks, but as a faithful friend. From youth conference memories to motherhood lessons learned on the kitchen floor, Rachael’s story reminds us that Jesus meets us in the everyday moments—and sometimes, the most beautiful thing we can do is slow down and butter the toast.

Whether you’ve felt like your faith story isn’t “impressive enough” or you’re struggling to find God in the little things, this conversation will encourage you to remember: He is with you, and He is your friend.

• Friendship with Jesus is foundational. Rachael shares how knowing Jesus as a friend first changed her faith forever—and still shapes how she shows up for her kids, her music, and her ministry today.
• God meets us in the small moments. From parking lot prayers to cleaning up breakfast messes, Rachael reminds us that no moment is too ordinary for God’s presence.
• Slowing down reveals God’s goodness. In a world rushing past us, Rachael encourages us to slow down, savor simple moments, and notice the ways Jesus is sitting right beside us.