{Intro}
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{Verse 1}
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What a friend we have in Jesus
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All our sins and griefs to bear
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What a privilege to carry
A B E
Ev'rything to God in pray'r
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Oh what peace we often forfeit
A B E
Oh what needless pain we bear
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All because we do not carry
A B E
Ev'rything to God in pray'r
{Chorus}
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What a friend we have in Jesus
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What a friend we have in Him
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For He knows us and He holds us in His hands
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And His grace is never failing
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And His love without an end
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What a friend we have in Jesus
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What a friend we have in Him
{Intro}
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{Verse 2}
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Have we trials and temptations
A B E
Is there trouble anywhere
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We should never be discouraged
A B E
Take it to the Lord in pray'r
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Can we find a friend so faithful
A B E
Who will all our sorrows share
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Jesus knows our every weakness
A B E
Take it to the Lord in pray'r
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{Intro}
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{Verse 3}
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Blessed Saviour You have promised
A B E
You will all our burdens bear
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May we ever Lord be bringing
A B E
All to You in earnest pray'r
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Soon in glory bright unclouded
A B E
There will be no need for pray'r
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Rapture praise and endless worship
A B E
Will be our sweet portion there
[Repeat Chorus]
{Tag}
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What a friend we have in Jesus
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What a friend we have in Him
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