Sit Down With The Lord And Pray
The Stanley Brothers · Other Songs - The Stanley Brothers
Sit down won't you sit down with the Lord and talk today
Sit down, sit down, sit down, sit down
Sit down won't you sit down with the Lord today and pray
My family and my friends I know mean a lot
And I know who's the one who provides it all
It's Jesus from on high I can praise him til I die
I'm so glad I'll be with him when I die
You won't always have this chance so gather while you can
Some of you I know will let it pass
There's sadness in my heart knowing we will have to part
I'm so glad I'll be with him when I die
Sit Down With The Lord And Pray
The Stanley Brothers deliver a powerful gospel performance on this track, blending traditional Southern gospel traditions with their signature bluegrass instrumentation. As a duo, the brothers combined the voices of Stanley and Paul to create a rich, resonant sound that defined the genre for decades. This recording exemplifies their mastery of call-and-response harmonies and driving rhythm, characteristic of their work in the mid-20th century. The song reflects the spiritual fervor and communal worship central to gospel music, serving as a testament to their enduring influence on both religious and secular folk traditions. Their ability to weave complex musical arrangements with heartfelt vocal delivery made them a pivotal force in the evolution of American gospel and country music.