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Hope To Carry On
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Aug 25, 2026 updated
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Rich Mullins' 'Hope to Carry On' is a reflective Christian song that centers on the crucifixion of Jesus and the transformative power of His love. The lyrics envision Jesus on the cross, His prayer for forgiveness, and the response of Peter laying down his sword. The repeated refrain 'Love has come' emphasizes that Christ's sacrifice brings hope and new life. Mullins expresses that this love enriches the poor and frees prisoners, and he personally testifies to its effect. The song encourages listeners to embrace love as the essential way of life, grounded in the gospel narrative.
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I can see Jesus hanging on the cross
I can see Jesus hanging on the cross
I can see Jesus hanging on the cross
He came looking for the lost
And love has come
Love has come
Love has come
And He's given me hope to carry on
I can hear Jesus saying Father forgive
I can hear Jesus saying Father forgive
I can hear Jesus saying Father forgive
What a thing He did
Love has come
Love has come
Love has come
And He's given me hope to carry on
And I can see love
Love is all I want to see
Love could make a beggar rich
He could set a prisoner free
I know He could do it for you
God knows He did it for me
And I can see love
Love is all I want to show you
Love
Love's the only way to go
Love
Love is all a man might need to know
This I know
You know Peter put away his sword
I can see Peter he's putting away his sword
I can see Peter he put away his sword
He won't fight no more
Love has come
Love has come
Love has come
And He's given me hope to carry on