I was so afraid Life had done me wrong I was just a little girl Just 8 years along I had parents to turn to But they didn't care I wanted them to love me But their love wasn't there I remember the church I remember the day I remember the joy When my fears melted away No one had to ask me To the mourners bench I went there with hope Clutching my chest God's Spirit took over He set me free That day in that little church When I fell to my knees I knelt at the alter And at that tender young age I understood the love of Jesus I accepted Him with Praise I vowed to serve Him Each day of my life The enemy hinders me With problems, with strife But I have no fear The battle's been won Through the precious blood Of God's only Son My name is Evelyn And I'll never forget The little church and it's altar Where Jesus and I met I was not afraid any more I had His guiding Light He's forever been my rock My River of Life Mary Silva August, 2004 I wrote this for a dear sweet and dedicated online sister...she loves the Lord with every ounce of herself and is eternally greatful for His love and faithfulness to her....Amen:-) The gorgeous picture on top can be found in: Lee's Varieties Whispered Winds Home