Acapeldridge - What a Friend We Have in Jesus Lyrics
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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!
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
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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What a Friend We Have in Jesus
Meaning & Inspiration
Acapeldridge’s rendition of “What a Friend We Have in Jesus,” released on January 19, 2018, arrives as a powerful vocal testament to an enduring truth in the Christian faith: the solace and strength found in our relationship with Jesus Christ. This song, at its core, unpacks the profound invitation to bring every aspect of our lives, from the smallest worry to the deepest grief, directly to God through prayer. The message resonates deeply, reminding us that no burden is too great for Him to bear, and no trial is too overwhelming for His comfort and wisdom. The lyrics beautifully articulate a core tenet of Scripture: that in Jesus, we have an unwavering confidant who intimately understands our weaknesses and is ever-present to support us, a truth echoed in passages like Hebrews 4:15, which speaks of a High Priest who can sympathize with our infirmities. The song powerfully conveys the peace that is often forfeited simply because we fail to engage in this vital practice of carrying our burdens to God in prayer, aligning with the wisdom found in Philippians 4:6-7, which urges us to present our requests to God and promises that His peace will guard our hearts and minds. Furthermore, the invitation to prayer is presented not as a last resort, but as the primary response to life's challenges, whether they be temptations, troubles, or the sting of human desertion. This perspective is directly supported by 1 Peter 5:7, which encourages believers to cast all their anxieties on Him because He cares for them. Acapeldridge’s focus on the message within this classic hymn allows the listener to truly absorb the profound theological implications and the practical, life-altering power of surrendering everything to Christ through earnest supplication. The song serves as an inspiring call to deeper communion, a reminder that in Jesus, we discover a refuge and a steadfast friend who promises to shield and provide solace, just as He promised in Matthew 11:28, “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”