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I Have Decided To Follow Jesus
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Jun 15, 2026 updated
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Elevation Worship's 'I Have Decided' is a modern rendition of the classic hymn about wholehearted commitment to following Jesus. The song emphasizes a decisive choice to leave the world behind and take up the cross, with a refrain of 'no turning back.' It speaks to the cost of discipleship and the resolve to follow Christ even when alone. The lyrics echo the biblical call to deny oneself and take up the cross daily, as found in Luke 9:23. The song is often used in altar calls and moments of surrender in worship services.
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I have decided to follow Jesus,
I have decided to follow Jesus,
No turning back, no turning back.
The world behind me, the cross before me,
The world behind me, the cross before me,
The world behind me, the cross before me,
No turning back, no turning back.
Though none go with me, still I will follow,
Though none go with me, still I will follow,
Though none go with me, still I will follow,
No turning back, no turning back.
My cross I?ll carry, till I see Jesus,
My cross I?ll carry, till I see Jesus,
My cross I?ll carry, till I see Jesus,
No turning back, no turning back.
Will you decide now to follow Jesus?
Will you decide now to follow Jesus,
Will you decide now to follow Jesus,
No turning back, no turning back.