“What a Friend We Have in Jesus” is a timeless hymn that continues to encourage believers with its message of prayer, comfort, and friendship with Christ, and this What a Friend We Have in Jesus chord chart gives guitar players a simple way to lead it in both traditional and modern worship settings.
The hymn’s familiar melody and reflective lyrics make it especially meaningful during prayer-focused services, quieter worship moments, or multigenerational gatherings. The chords follow a classic hymn-style progression that is approachable for acoustic guitar, piano, or a full band. Because of the steady arrangement and recognizable melody, the focus stays on supporting congregational singing and the message of the song rather than technical playing. This chart is available in the key of E and F, along with a Nashville Numbers version for easy transposing.
