what a friend we have in jesus

what a friend we have in jesus

all our sins and griefs to bear

what a privilege to carry

everything to god in prayer

oh

what peace we often forfeit

oh

what needless pain we bear

all because we do not carry

everything to god in prayer

have we trials and temptations?

is there trouble anywhere?

we should never

never

never be discouraged

oh no

take

take it to the lord

to the lord in prayer

can we find a friend so faithful

who with all our sorrows share?

jesus know our every weakness

take

take it to the lord

to the lord in prayer

are we weak and heavy laden

cumbered with a load of care?

precious savior still our refuge

take

take it to the lord in prayer

do your friends despise or forsake you?

take it to the lord

take it to the lord in prayer

in his arms he'll take you and shield you

you will find

you will find solace there