Verse 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.

Chorus
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.

Verse 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.

Chorus

Verse 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.

Chorus

Verse 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 victory to win.

Chorus