It's been some time since I made up my mind
To make Jesus Lord of my life
I've dealt with fears and shed many tears

But patience has stood by my side
When I hear Satan say you're not even saved
You're traveling down the wrong track

I recall once again where grace withstood sin
Down memory's lane I take him back


I take him back to the time at an old-fashioned meeting
When the presence of God filled the air
When the saints were singing of grace and glory

Sweet melodies seasoned with prayer
When one simple sermon from an old-fashioned preacher
Was life to a poor dying slave

I walk him down the aisle to a place at the altar
Where grace fell and I know I got saved


Now I never knew love 'til it came from above
And took its abode in my heart
The sun now shines brighter, my burden is lighter

Since Jesus gave me a new start
My songs have been changed- my life rearranged
My journey is now a new road

And when that old accuser tells me I'm a loser
I remind him how he lost my soul.


I take him back to the time at an old-fashioned meeting
When the presence of God filled the air
When the saints were singing of grace and glory

Sweet melodies seasoned with prayer
When one simple sermon from an old-fashioned preacher
Was life to a poor dying slave

I walk him down the aisle to a place at the altar
Where grace fell and I know I got saved