WHAT A FRIEND WE HAVE IN JESUS Hymn on piano, violin, flute
(Words: Joseph Scriven, Music: Charles Converse)
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.
Are we weak and heavyladen,
Cumbered with a load of care?
Precious Savior, still our refuge—
Take it to the Lord in prayer;
Do thy friends despise, forsake thee?
Take it to the Lord in prayer;
In His arms He’ll take and shield thee,
Thou wilt find a solace there.
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Kylie, David and Rachel Lau (the Lau Trio) have played at numerous events, concerts and performances. They perform less these days, living in different cities and countries. In 2020, the COVID19 pandemic brought them back together, and they recorded a number of hymns for their church's services during the lockdown. With such timeless hymns and meaningful words, these recordings have been uploaded for your encouragement and edification!
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2020 The Lau Trio