How long has it been since you talked with the Lord   And told him your heart's hidden 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 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   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