verse 1 How long has it been since you talked with the Lord And told Him your heart's hidden secret How long since you prayed How long since you stayed On your knees till the light shone through verse 2 How long has it been since your mind felt at ease And how long since your heart knew no burden Can you call Him your friend How long has it been Since you knew that He cared for you verse 3 How long has it been since you knelt by your bed And prayed to the Lord up in heaven How long since you knew That He'd answer you And would keep you the long night through verse 4 How long has it been since you woke with the dawn And felt that the day's worth the living Can you call Him your friend How long has it been Since you knew that He cared for you