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What a Friend we have in Jesus: The Story Behind One of the Greatest Hymns in the World

By Alan Dunlop
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By Alan Dunlop
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One of Christianity's most beloved hymns, What a Friend We Have in Jesus, has offered comfort and strength to countless hearts for over a century. Its timeless message of solace, faith, and trust in God's unfailing love continues to uplift those facing life's trials.

But behind this cherished hymn lies an extraordinary and often overlooked story - one of sorrow, sacrifice, and steadfast devotion. Joseph M. Scriven, an Irish-born preacher and poet, penned these words in 1846 as a heartfelt po...