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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!
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.
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.
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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Statesboro, GA, United States
Praise the LORD! Hallelujah! GOD is so good! Thank You Jesus for always being my friend. Thank you for your comments for it shows that we all are friends in Jesus no matter where we are because we all Love Him. Praise GOD!
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.
Kampala, Uganda
I feel encouraged whenever I sing this song.
It pushes me into a deep prayer.
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.
Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria
My best song ever.
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.
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.
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!!!
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!!
Great Barrington, MA, United States
I am a believer of Jesus as my Lord and Savior. This song is so inspirational.