Family Delivers Soul-Stirring Cover of Merle Haggard's ‘Jesus Take a Hold’

Take a moment to witness this beautiful song from the stairwell of this home, now on your screen. Watch as a family delivers a soul-stirring cover of Merle Haggard's ‘Jesus Take a Hold.’

As the song begins, the father has such a deep and rich voice. He is easy to listen to, and his precious children surround him with guitar, bass, and harmonies. They are proclaiming the challenges that come in our world and in our nation. The little girl has a precious voice singing alongside her dad.

The chorus of this early 2000s hit says:

This world has never been in the awful shape it’s in
And people scorn the things our leaders do
It’s time a prayer was spoken from the heart of every man
Jesus, take a hold and lead us through

This family will compel you with their music and genuine concern in their faces as they sing these lyrics. They remind us that we need Jesus and that we should prioritize prayer. Every single person needs to be seeking God on behalf of our world. 

We are reminded and exposed to so much division and destruction. Today, we do not know who to trust or what the truth is. However, we know that God and His Word are always faithful and true, and He promises to always lead us through whatever circumstances we face. He is always with His people. 

As you listen to this song, be compelled to pray, remember the Lord is at work, and trust that He is faithful even in the midst of a dark world. He is the light of the world, and we have hope in Him.

“Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life." John 8:12