Hear actor Dennis Quaid sing this classic hymn, “What A Friend We Have In Jesus.”
When you think of hymns, you imagine a small white church with a tall steeple. You wouldn't imagine a famous Hollywood actor singing hymns or having a relationship with Jesus. However, Dennis Quaid has broken the Hollywood mold with films that reflect his faith and Christianity.
Today we had the privilege of singing the lyrics of a classic hymn in Dennis' unique voice. His down-to-earth style will ease your troubles and wash your soul with the peace and comfort of Christ.
Dennis shared: video It turns out he didn't always believe in Jesus. He realized that something was missing in his life. He was drawn to religion. Dennis studied several different religions, but he found himself returning to the Bible.
“I started reading the Bible again” Dennis share. “But I also read the Bhagavad Gita. I read the Dhammapada. I read the Koran. And I went back and read the Bible again, about the second or third time. And , I was truly shocked by Jesus' red-hot words.”
As God began to change Dennis' life from the inside out, he also became more faith-based in real-life films such as I Can Only Imagine and On a Wing and a Prayer. I started taking on roles.
He admits that he is not perfect and is a sinner, but he is grateful for Jesus' living words of salvation. He is grateful that no matter where he is or what is going on in his life, he has a friend in Jesus. I hope this encouraging hymn reminds you of God's presence in your life.
John 15:15: “I no longer call you servants; servants do not know what their masters do. But I have called you friends. Everything you have heard from your Father, Because I have informed you.”
