Eu decido
Gilmar Britto
Choosing Holiness: A Journey of Faith and Renewal
In 'Eu decido,' Gilmar Britto delivers a powerful message of personal choice and spiritual renewal. The song's title, which translates to 'I Decide,' sets the tone for a narrative centered around the conscious decision to pursue a life of holiness, healing, and freedom in a spiritual context. The repetition of the phrase 'Eu decido' emphasizes the importance of personal agency in one's spiritual journey, highlighting that the path to sanctity and liberation is a deliberate choice rather than a passive occurrence.
The lyrics call upon divine intervention for healing and empowerment. Phrases like 'Derrama cura em mim Senhor' (Pour healing on me, Lord) and 'Traz tua unção sobre mim' (Bring your anointing upon me) reflect a deep yearning for spiritual cleansing and renewal. The imagery of a river cleansing the soul ('Vem com teu rio e limpa-me') evokes a sense of purification and rebirth, suggesting that true victory and freedom are found through divine grace and intervention.
Furthermore, the song speaks to the transformation of the mind and soul. Lines such as 'Vem renova minha mente' (Come renew my mind) and 'Vem inunda minha alma' (Come flood my soul) illustrate a desire for a profound internal change. This transformation is not just about external actions but involves a deep, holistic renewal of one's entire being. The plea for divine power to fill and renew ('Vem encher-me com o teu poder') underscores the belief that true strength and change come from a higher power, reinforcing the song's central theme of spiritual dependence and renewal.