What a Friend we have in Jesus

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What a Friend we have in Jesus,
  All our sins and griefs to bear!
What a privilege to carry
  Everything to God in prayer!
O what peace we often forfeit,
  O what needless pain we bear,
All because we do not carry
  Everything to God in prayer!
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Have we trials and temptations?
  Is there trouble anywhere?
We should never be discouraged,
  Take it to the Lord in prayer.
Can we find a friend so faithful
  Who will all our sorrows share?
Jesus knows our every weakness,
  Take it to the Lord in prayer.
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Are we weak and heavy-laden,
  Cumbered with a load of care?
Precious Savior, still our refuge—
  Take it to the Lord in prayer;
Do thy friends despise, forsake thee?
  Take it to the Lord in prayer;
In His arms He'll take and shield thee,
  Thou wilt find a solace there.
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Malaika Carol

London

As I woke this morning, this song was in my mind and spirit. Thank You Jesus for I have a Friend You.

This song has always been a blessing to me, even much so this morning. I know as I take everything to the Lord in prayer, I will find peace and solace in His arms.


Bikumbi Asuman

Kampala, Uganda

I feel encouraged whenever I sing this song.

It pushes me into a deep prayer.


Gigi

Jacksonville, FL, United States

I learned this song as a child and it is still such a comfort for me today. It reaches deep into my spirit and gives me reassurance of the unconditional love of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. What a comfort to have such a loving God.


Blessing Christopher

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

My best song ever.


Isaac Nyarko Antwi

Kumasi, Ashanti Region, Ghana

Undoubtedly, this great song has inspired many across the globe. This lovely song presents believers the opportunity to have total confidence in the Bright Morning Star and present all our burdens to Him via prayer. I sincerely appreciate the second stanza which draws our attention to Jesus Christ, Our Only True Friend as our solace in hard times. Kudos, Joseph M. Scriven.


Sherry

Gonzales, TX, United States

I grew up singing this song, but at age 66, the words now are very true. It truly is a privilege to take all to the God of the universe, knowing Jesus, our friend, has parted the way to full access to the throne of grace.


F Jackson

Hayesville, NC, United States

I Googled this song to refresh my memory of the lyrics but I scrolled down to read some comments. What I read was such a great joy and uplift for me that so many people from all over the world have the same experience in our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. May the Holy Spirit continue His work in the souls of people everywhere. To God be the glory!!!


Mark D Kokeh

Monrovia, Payensville

I bless the Lord for the directions He has given to all Christians, this song is very much touching I feel the presence of God while is being played and I pray that the Lord will gives you more knowledge in worshiping Him!!


Georgia Drumm

Great Barrington, MA, United States

I am a believer of Jesus as my Lord and Savior. This song is so inspirational.


Mpumelelo Sixhaxa

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

This is my medication to doubt and my reminder that only God is my strength. Nobody else and nothing else but God alone.

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