Dorothy Norwood - I Prayed About It Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse 1
I prayed about it,
and He gave me peace of mind.
I prayed about it,
and He stepped right in on time;
I went down on my knees
and gave it to Jesus,
and He gave me the victory.
Chorus
I prayed about it,
and God still answers prayer.
Verse 2
I prayed about it,
that old problem that would not go away.
I prayed about it,
I just carried it from day to day;
but one day in prayer,
I laid that problem down and I heard Him say,
?no cross, no crown?.
Chorus
Bridge
What a friend we have in Jesus,
all our sins and grieves to bear.
What a privillage to carry
Chorus
Vamp
Answers prayer
Video
Dorothy Norwood - I Prayed About It
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on December 15, 2017, Dorothy Norwood's "I Prayed About It" stands as a powerful testament to the enduring efficacy of prayer within the Christian faith. The song's core message is beautifully simple yet profoundly impactful: that presenting our burdens to God through prayer yields peace, timely intervention, and ultimately, victory. Norwood articulates a universal experience of facing persistent troubles, those "old problem[s] that would not go away," and the common human tendency to simply carry them day after day. However, she pivots this relatable struggle towards a divine solution, highlighting the transformative moment when these burdens are "laid down" in prayer. This act of surrender, as depicted in the lyrics, leads to a profound sense of peace and the assurance that "God still answers prayer." The phrase "no cross, no crown" echoes a fundamental theological truth, reminding us that spiritual victory and ultimate reward often come through hardship and faithful endurance, a concept deeply rooted in scripture. For instance, Philippians 4:6-7 speaks directly to this, urging believers not to be anxious but to present their requests to God, promising that the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard their hearts and minds. Similarly, the song’s emphasis on Jesus as a friend who bears our sins and griefs directly aligns with the familiar comfort found in Hebrews 4:15-16, which encourages us to approach the throne of grace boldly, knowing we have a High Priest who sympathizes with our weaknesses. The bridge's reflection on the "privilege to carry" may seem counterintuitive to the desire for relief, but in a spiritual context, it speaks to the strength found in carrying our crosses in imitation of Christ, understanding that such burdens, when borne with faith, lead to growth and a deeper relationship with Him. Ultimately, "I Prayed About It" is more than just a song; it's an anthem of hope, a reminder for believers that the power of prayer is not diminished by time or the magnitude of our trials, and that in every situation, turning to God is the path to peace and ultimate triumph.