Zach Williams and Dolly Parton’s ‘There Was Jesus’ stands out as a powerful duet that brings together Christian and country music.
These Grammy winners first shared the song with fans at the 53rd Annual CMA Awards in 2019, where their performance touched hearts across both musical genres.
‘There Was Jesus’ has become one of Williams’ biggest hits. The song ranks among his most-played tracks, alongside ‘Rescue Story’ from his 2019 album of the same name.
Every time I tried to make it on my own
Every time I tried to stand and start to fall
All those lonely roads that I have travelled on
There was Jesus
Dolly Parton’s heart was moved when she first encountered the song. “When I first heard ‘There Was Jesus,’ it was one of the best songs I’d ever heard,” she shared with warmth.
“I loved Zach’s voice, and at that time I wanted to do something more uplifting. I felt like it was a Godsend, so I thought, ‘Yes, this is my record and I’m going to sing with him on it!’ I’m really proud of how it turned out. I think people are going to get a blessing out of it. I know I have.”
When the life I built came crashing to the ground
When the friends I had were nowhere to be found
I couldn’t see it then but I can see it now
There was Jesus
For Williams, working with Parton was a dream come true. He speaks about the experience with genuine gratitude: “Dolly has been a champion since day one of this song. I never thought in a million years this would happen, and the entire experience working with her has truly been an honor and a privilege.”
In the waiting, in the searching
In the healing and the hurting
Like a blessing buried in the broken pieces
Every minute, every moment
Of where I been and where I’m going
Even when I didn’t know it
Or couldn’t see it
There was Jesus
This song connects with people from all walks of life. Its message reminds us that Jesus walks beside us in both good times and bad – even when we might not notice His presence. The lyrics show us that God stays with us through every step of our journey.
WATCH: Zach Williams And Dolly Parton Duet to ‘There Was Jesus’
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