E A
1. What a friend we have in Jesus
E B
All our sins and griefs to bear
E A
What a privilege to carry
E B E
Everything to God in prayer
F#m B E E7
*Oh what peace we often forfeit
A E F#m B
Oh what needless pain we bear
E E7 A
All because we do not carry
E B E
Everything to God in prayer
E A
2. Have we trials and temptations
E B
Is there trouble anywhere
E A
We should never be discouraged
E B E
Take it to the Lord in prayer
F#m B E E7
**Can we find a friend so faithful
A E F#m B
Who will all our sorrows share
E E7 A
Jesus knows our every weakness
E B E
Take it to the Lord in prayer
E A
3. Are we weak and heavy laden
E B
Cumbered with a load of care
E A
Precious Saviour still our refuge
E B E
Take it to the Lord in prayer
F#m B E E7
***Do thy friends despise forsake thee
A E F#m B
Take it to the Lord in prayer
E E7 A
In His arms He'll take and shield thee
E B E
You will find a solace there
E B E
Take it to the Lord