How long has it been since you talked with the Lord And told him your heart's hid in secrets How long since you prayed how long since you stayed On your knees till the light shone through How long has it been since your mind felt at ease 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 How long has it been since you knelt by and then prayed to the Lord up in heaven How long since you knew that he'd asnewer you And would keep you the long night through How long has it been since you woke with the dawn and felt this day is worth living Can you call him your friend how long has it been since you knew that he cared for you