Author: Elisha A. Hoffman, 1839-1929 Hymnal: Lead Me, Guide Me (2nd ed.) #558 (2012) Meter: 10.9.10.9 with refrain First Line: I must tell Jesus all of my trials Refrain First Line: I must tell Jesus! I must tell Jesus! Lyrics: 1 I must tell Jesus all of my trials,
I cannot bear these burdens alone;
In my distress he kindly will help me,
He ever loves and cares for his own.
Refrain:
I must tell Jesus!
I must tell Jesus!
I cannot bear my burdens alone;
I must tell Jesus!
I must tell Jesus!
Jesus can help me, Jesus alone.
2 I must tell Jesus all of my troubles,
He is a kind, compassionate Friend;
If I but ask him, he will deliver,
Make of my troubles quickly an end. [Refrain]
3 Tempted and tried, I need a great Savior,
One who can help my burdens to bear;
I must tell Jesus, I must tell Jesus,
He all my cares and sorrows will share. [Refrain]
4 O how the world to evil allures me!
O how my heart is tempted to sin!
I must tell Jesus, and he will help me
Over the world the vict'ry to win. [Refrain]
Topics: Burdens; Comfort; Faithfulness of God; Jesus Christ; Love of God for Us; Petition, Prayer; Refuge, Security; Salvation; Sickness; Temptation; Trust, Confidence; Trust in Jesus Christ; Victory over Sin and Death Scripture: Philippians 4:6 Languages: English Tune Title: ORWIGSBURG
I Must Tell Jesus