What a friend we have in Jesus
All our sins and pains to carry
O’ what griefs we bear
All because we do not cast our burdens on Christ

What a gift we have from God
All our sins paid, nailed to the cross
Satan defeated, Christ the victory
What a life now, all about Jesus and His blood

What a friend we have in Jesus
For He holds us in His hands
I in Christ’s and Christ’s in the Father’s
Safe there I am, never to be plucked out

His grace is never failing
His love never ends
His mercy endures forever
O’ what a friend we have in Jesus

His joy fills my heart
His peace overspills my mind
His truth has set me free
O’ what a friend we have in Jesus

Blessed Saviour, always our refuge
Strength for today and hope for the coming
Salvation, forgiveness granted, through faith
This He promised to all who believe

Rapture, praise in glory
Endless honour and clothed in splendour
What a sweet glorious day to come
O’ what a friend we have in Jesus

What a friend we have in Jesus
For He knows us and loves us
And His bounty is grace for all
O’ what a blessing we have in Jesus