Everyone feels like they need to be rescued now and then. The appeal of “Rescue” reminds us that no matter what we have done or how broken we may feel, God will continue to come after us and love us with his redeeming, unconditional love. She wanted a song that conveyed how God is always fighting us.

The song’s lyrics remind us that we aren’t hidden or forgotten and aren’t without hope. They share the message of how God hears the S.O.S. cries of our souls and will send out an army to find us even in the middle of the darkest night.

When Kelly opted to sing this song on her show, the audience was stunned by her emotional and pitch-perfect performance. Kelly has also never shied away from sharing her faith on her daytime talk show, and it’s easy to see how God is on the move, even in Hollywood. And what a beautiful way to reach others for Christ.

One viewer had never heard the song before and posted, “First time hearing that song and already goosebumps and welling up with tears. My goodness, Kelly, you are amazing.”

Another commented, “Oh my Gosh, this is so amazing, Kelly. Thank you for always inspiring us. Always know that you are loved in every part of other countries. May you continue with that spirit to inspire more and more people.”

Kelly has a beautiful voice and a gift of sharing her faith in God. This performance touched many hearts and, no doubt, healed a few souls too as the song reminds us, God will rescue us from our biggest fears and darkest nights and restore us with His redeeming love. What a beautiful reminder God is always for us.

Clarkson was raised Southern Baptist. She has said, “I always grew up in church. I was the leader of our youth group. I’ve always grown up pretty close to the church and with God. But I think I’ve just gotten a lot closer just because He’s the only one I can lean on.” She later said of her upbringing, “My family was highly conservative; I had to go to church on Sunday and Wednesday.”

It’s inspiring to see a celebrity that isn’t afraid to share their faith openly. Kelly Clarkson’s performance should remind us that we should celebrate God and take him with us wherever we go, even if it’s on a daytime talk show. Let’s hope that Clarkson and her performance inspire other celebrities to stand openly and proudly in their faith.