Talking To Jesus (feat. Maverick City Music & Brandon Lake)

Elevation Worship's 'Talking To Jesus' is a heartfelt narrative that explores the theme of prayer as a familial and personal tradition, emphasizing its significance across generations. The song begins with a vivid memory of the narrator's grandmother praying fervently, which at the time seemed like nonsensical mumbling to the young observer. However, as the narrator grows older, the wisdom in those prayers becomes apparent, and the practice of talking to Jesus becomes a cherished part of their own life, just as it was for the grandmother.

The song progresses to recount the narrator's own resistance to religious practices during youth, particularly being taken to church by their mother. Despite the initial reluctance, the narrator acknowledges the positive impact of these experiences and the eventual personal adoption of prayer. The lyrics 'She got me talkin' to Jesus' signify a turning point where the narrator not only accepts but embraces the act of prayer, recognizing it as a form of communication with a divine friend rather than a religious obligation.

In the final verses, the song comes full circle as the narrator, now a parent, seeks to impart the same values to their children. The touching moment when the narrator's child walks in on them praying and is invited to join illustrates the passing down of this spiritual practice. The song concludes with the message that prayer is an open, informal dialogue with God, accessible to anyone at any time, and encourages listeners to start and maintain this conversation for life. The repeated line 'What a friend we have in Jesus' reinforces the idea of Jesus as a constant, supportive presence in one's life.