What a Friend We Have in Jesus

Jesus says: Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends. You are my friends if you do what I command you. ... but I have called you friends, for all that I have heard from my Father I have made known to you. John 15:13–15 These timeless words remind us of the comforting presence of Jesus, our faithful friend who bears our burdens and listens to our prayers. 🙏🎶 🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶 What a friend we have in Jesus All our sins and griefs to bear What a privilege to carry everything to God in prayer! O what peace we often forfeit O what needless pain we bear All because we do not carry everything to God in prayer Have we trials and temptations? Is there trouble anywhere? We should never be discouraged Take it to the Lord in prayer Can we find a friend so faithful Who will all our sorrows share? Jesus knows our every weakness Take it to the Lord in prayer. 🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶 🎶 The hymn “What a Friend We Have in Jesus” has a touching history. The lyrics were written by Joseph M. Scriven, an Irish-born poet and teacher. Scriven composed the hymn in the mid-19th century, around 1855. The inspiration for the hymn came from his own life experiences, particularly a deep personal tragedy. Joseph Scriven faced immense sorrow when his fiancée tragically drowned on the eve of their wedding. This heartbreaking event led him to seek solace in his faith and a close relationship with God. “What a Friend We Have in Jesus” emphasizes the idea of taking our burdens, trials, and sorrows to God in prayer. It speaks of the comfort and peace that come from having Jesus as our faithful friend who understands our weaknesses. Initially, Scriven did not intend for the hymn to be published. He wrote it as a personal expression of his faith. However, a friend discovered the poem and encouraged Scriven to share it with others. The hymn gained popularity after being published in various hymnals. Over time, “What a Friend We Have in Jesus” became a beloved hymn in Christian worship. Its timeless message continues to resonate with people worldwide, offering comfort and hope in times of trouble. Video and editing: @evanmartens Music editing: Madeleine Martens @madeleinesmusicstudio6862 / @themartensfamily1607 #christianmusic #harp #hymns #christianharpmusic #sacred #harpmusic