Lyrics
I once was lost in sin, but Jesus took me in
And let a little light from heaven fills my soul.
He bathed my heart in love, and He wrote my name above
And just a little talk with Jesus makes me whole.
(Now let us) have a little talk with Jesus
(Let us) tell Him all about our troubles
(He will) hear our fainted cry
(He will) answer by and by
(When you) feel a little prayer wheel turning
(And you) will know a little fire is burnin'
(You will) find a little talk with Jesus makes it right.
I may have doubts and fears, my eye be filled with tears
But Jesus is a friend who watches day and night
I go to him in prayer, He knows my every care
And just a little talk with my Jesus make it right.
(Now let us) have a little talk with Jesus
(Let us) tell Him all about our troubles
(He will) hear our fainted cry
(He will) answer by and by
(When you) feel a little prayer wheel turning
(And you) will know a little fire is burnin'
(You will) find a little talk with Jesus makes it right.
And just a little talk with Jesus makes it right...
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Meaning & Inspiration
Just A Little Talk With Jesus describes prayer as a simple, direct response to sin, trouble, doubt, and fear. The opening verse moves from being lost to being received by Jesus, pairing salvation with light, love, and wholeness. Its refrain then turns prayer into a repeated practice: troubles are told, cries are heard, and an answer is expected.
The second verse does not pretend that faith eliminates emotional struggle. Doubts, fears, and tears remain present, yet Jesus is named as the friend who watches constantly and knows every care. Philippians 4:6-7 closely parallels this movement from anxious trouble to prayer and peace. The song's conversational language keeps that confidence concrete and accessible. Repetition gives the central assurance a communal, memorable shape suited to congregational gospel singing.
Related Scripture
- Philippians 4:6-7 Paul directs auxious concerns toward prayer and God's peace.
- Psalm 34:17 The Lord hears the cry of the righteous and delivers them.