Gloria Gaither (b. March 4, 1942) is a songwriter for gospel music, along with her husband, Bill Gaither. She also sang in the Bill Gaither Trio, one of the most influential groups in recent Christian music.
Have You Had A Gethsemane
Bill & Gloria Gaither Lyrics
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He prayed with a broken heart.
And he prayed all alone.
Have you had a Gethsemane?
Have you prayed in despair?
In the dark of those weary hours,
Did the Lord meet you there?
Have you had a Gethsemane?
Have you prayed the night through?
Have you shed tears in agony,
When no hope was in you?
Have you prayed, "If it is Thy will,
May this cup pass from me?
But if its Thy will, dear Lord,
I will bear it for Thee"
The above lyrics are from the gospel song by Bill & Gloria Gaither titled Have You Had A Gethsemane. It is a song that reflects on Jesus Christ's experience in the Garden of Gethsemane, where he went to pray before his crucifixion. The song asks the listener if they have ever experienced a "Gethsemane" moment in their life, where they are faced with desperate circumstances and feel hopeless. It then emphasizes the importance of prayer during these moments of darkness and asks if the Lord has met the listener in their despair.
The lyrics use powerful imagery to convey the emotions of Jesus during his Gethsemane experience. The garden represents a place of solitude where Jesus prays with a broken heart. The lyrics suggest that he experienced feelings of despair and hopelessness, which would be relatable to anyone who has gone through a difficult time in their life. The questions in the chorus force the listener to introspect and evaluate if they have been in similar situations and if they have allowed themselves to depend on prayer during those moments. The lyrics also highlight the importance of surrender and submission to God's will, even if it may be difficult.
Line by Line Meaning
In the garden He went to pray when it seemed hope was gone.
Jesus went to the garden to pray when all hope seemed lost.
He prayed with a broken heart.
Jesus prayed with a heart that was heavy with sorrow.
And he prayed all alone.
Jesus prayed by himself without anyone else there to support him.
Have you had a Gethsemane?
Have you ever experienced a time of deep sorrow or intense struggle?
Have you prayed in despair?
Have you prayed when you felt hopeless or overwhelmed?
In the dark of those weary hours,
During those long and exhausting moments,
Did the Lord meet you there?
Did you receive comfort and guidance from God in those times of hardship?
Have you prayed the night through?
Have you spent an entire night in prayer, struggling to find peace or clarity?
Have you shed tears in agony,
Have you wept bitterly in pain or distress?
When no hope was in you?
When you felt as though there was no way out or solution to your problem?
Have you prayed, "If it is Thy will,
Have you ever prayed for God's will to be done in your life?
May this cup pass from me?
Have you asked God to take away your burden or hardship?
But if its Thy will, dear Lord,
But if it is God's plan,
I will bear it for Thee"
I will accept and endure it for God's sake.
Contributed by Muhammad V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@johannasuero403
Have You Had a Gethsemane?”
In the garden He went to pray
when it seemed hope was gone.
He prayed with a broken heart.
And he prayed all alone.
Have you had a Gethsemane?
Have you prayed in despair?
In the dark of those weary hours
did the Lord meet you there?
Have you had a Gethsemane?
Have you prayed the night through?
Have you shed tears in agony
when no hope was in you?
Have you prayed, “If it is thy will
may this cup pass from me?
But if it’s your will, dear Lord,
I will bear it for thee?”
@crystalmast3973
How could you sing in this beautiful group without sobbing from the beauty of the music? I cry listening. It touches a deep part of my soul.
@johannasuero403
Have You Had a Gethsemane?”
In the garden He went to pray
when it seemed hope was gone.
He prayed with a broken heart.
And he prayed all alone.
Have you had a Gethsemane?
Have you prayed in despair?
In the dark of those weary hours
did the Lord meet you there?
Have you had a Gethsemane?
Have you prayed the night through?
Have you shed tears in agony
when no hope was in you?
Have you prayed, “If it is thy will
may this cup pass from me?
But if it’s your will, dear Lord,
I will bear it for thee?”
@michellemoffett9458
Thank you. Sitting here crying. Those are some beautiful words to this song!
@ChristinaMarieAngelicque-vc3nx
YES, I HAVE HAD MANY GETHSEMANES IN MY LIFE, AS FAR AS HEALTH GOES, BUT, GOD HAS BROUGHT ME THROUGH QLL OF THEM!
@progressivearies885
April 2020, and listening. Who else?
@elisonthabotshabangu9583
April 2023
@phillippasteur3904
My brother was a Gospel singer and this was one of his most popular songs in the 70s. He passed last October. It was tough getting through this, but what a beautiful arrangement of this beautiful song. I miss you brother.
@abigailnsikak5639
Listening in 2023, feeling revival right now
@donnamate9238
This is such a beautiful song, both lyrics and melody. I have to keep listening to it over and over and find myself crying each time I hear it. They sing it so beautifully like they are singing to you personally and know the burden of your heart.
@trishcaceres1906
This song just touches my soul 😭 it describes many a nights when life's sorrows have ripped me apart filled my eyes with tears & my mind with despair but My Lord was always right there to get me through just as his Father in heaven did for him. Thank You Lord for Loving Me 🙌🙌🙌