Текст
WHAT A FRIEND WE HAVE IN JESUS
Words by Joseph M. Scriven
Music by Charles C. Converse
Arranged by Norton Hall Band
KEY: E
INTRO: E A E A
VERSE 1:
E A
What a friend we have in Jesus,
E Bsus B
All our sins and griefs to bear!
E E/G# A
What a privilege to carry
Bsus B E
Everything to God in prayer!
B C#m
O what peace we often forfeit,
A E Bsus B
O what need-less pain we bear,
E E/G# A
All because we do not carry
E B E
Everything to God in prayer
INTERLUDE: E A E A
VERSE 2:
E A
Have we trials and temptations?
E Bsus B
Is there trouble anywhere?
E E/G# A
We should never be discouraged;
Bsus B E
Take it to the Lord in prayer!
B C#m
Can we find a friend so faithful
A E Bsus B
Who will all our sorrows share?
E E/G# A
Jesus knows our every weakness;
E B E
Take it to the Lord in prayer!
INTERLUDE: E A E A F#m C#m
A E B F#m C#m A E/B B
VERSE 3:
E A
Are we weak and heavy laden
E Bsus B
Cumbered with a load of care?
E E/G# A
Precious Savior, still our refuge--
Bsus B E
Take it to the Lord in prayer!
B C#m
Do your friends despise, forsake you?
A E Bsus B
Take it to the Lord in prayer!
E E/G# A
In his arms he'll take and shield you;
E B E
You will find a solace there.
OUTRO: E A E A E A E A E