For singer/songwriter Brandon Heath, “No Turning Back” is more than just the title of his latest CD. The songs are centered around and celebrate his lifelong commitment to follow Jesus.
As a teenager Heath surrendered his life to the Lord at a Young Life camp in 1995.
Now 20 years later Heath desires to share the gospel through music and lead others to Christ. Heath hopes the songs on this album will help listeners reflect on what matters most in life and rejoice in the assurance of salvation.
“The new album is about the things that were going through my mind at the time I came to know Jesus as my Savior, and I wanted to capture my eagerness to know Him. I hope that people are reminded of their own experience when they first came to know Christ when they listen to these songs.
“I hope their joy is restored as they remember their salvation story and reflect on how present God is in our lives. When God says we are a new creation, He means it. The new has come and there’s no turning back.”
Reaching out
During concerts Heath challenges audiences to reach out and make a difference to those in need. His concerts have helped raise awareness for missions organizations such as Food for the Hungry, Blood: Water Mission, International Justice Mission, Young Life and Restore International.
“Hopefully people are not only connecting to the music, but also the message behind it,” Heath noted. “I want people to realize that if they place their faith in Christ, they will be delivered from their old life (and) given a new lease on life and fresh start to lead the kind of life that God wants His children to lead — with our lives glorifying Him.”
By sharing his own life experiences, Heath hopes to inspire others to walk in faith and follow Jesus.
“I think the longer I get to know the character of Jesus, the more compassion I have for others,” Heath said. “It is one thing to have compassion and another thing to act on it. Most times it starts with the people around you.”
Heath is currently appearing on “The Table Tour” with Nichole Nordeman and the contemporary band Love & The Outcome. The tour benefits Feed the Children, one of the world’s leading anti-hunger organizations.
“We want to share songs and stories and also allow the audience to share things that are on their hearts,” Heath said. “It’s a cool opportunity because community happens around the table.”
With music reflecting life-changing truth, Heath remains grounded on a firm foundation and delivering music with a powerful message that changes lives for God’s glory.
“I love crafting a song and making something out of nothing. I love taking the little moments that we have during the day and turning them into a song. That’s my favorite way to write a song.
“I love hearing stories about how the songs have impacted people in unexpected ways and how they have responded by finding redemption and restoration through a relationship with Christ.”
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