Jesus Loves Me

     When I began my Christian walk with my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, I had a lot of opposition.   It was not just from those in my family, (though that hurt the most) but from the dark forces of evil.  They'd had control of my life for so long, they weren't giving up without a fight. My mind was bombarded with filthy four letter words, really bad thoughts, and accusations galore.  Thankfully, I had a good church that taught me a solid foundation in scriptures.  My friend, Liz, and I searched the scriptures together daily.  Slowly I gained strength in my salvation. 
     During the first days, though, the thing that silenced the horrible thoughts was a child's song, "Jesus Loves Me".   I sang it while driving, while doing household chores, and whenever the oppression was overwhelming.  I wonder how many children of God that little song has blessed at one time or another in their lives?  It was appropriate for me because I was a newborn child of God and needed the reassurance of His love.  Still do!    
     A few days ago, someone sent me an e-mail with a senior's version of "Jesus Loves Me."  There was no author noted but I will pass it on anyway.   Here 'tis:

Jesus loves me, this I know

Though my hair is white as snow

Though my sight is growing dim

Still He bids me trust in Him

 

When the nights are dark and long

In my heart He puts a song

Telling me in words so dear

Haver no fear, for I am near

 

When my work on earth is done

And life's victories have been won

He will take me home above

Then I'll understand His love

 

I love Jesus, does He know?

Have I ever told Him so?

Jesus loves to hear me say

That I love him everyday