by Hymn
G C G D
What a friend we have in Jesus, all our sins and griefs to bear!
G C G D G
What a privilege to carry everything to God in prayer!
D G
Oh, what peace we often forfeit,
C G D G C
Oh, what needless pain we bear all because we do not carry
G D G
everything to God in prayer.
G C G D
Have we trials and temptations? Is there trouble anywhere?
G C G D G
We should never be discouraged, take it to the Lord in prayer
D G
Can we find a friend so faithful?
C G D G C
Who will all our sorrows share? Jesus knows our every weakness,
D G
take it to the Lord in prayer.
G C G D
Are we weak and heavy laden, cumbered with a load of care?
G C G D G
Precious Savior, still our refuge take it to the Lord in prayer.
D G
Do thy friends despise forsake thee?
C G D
Take it to the Lord in prayer.
G C D G
In His arms He'll take and shield thee, thou wilt find a solace there.