A Sweet Song

I have a new calling in Primary.  I have to say, I love it.  I didn't think I'd every love a Primary calling, but I do.  I find that as my kids have gotten older, I am so much more patient than I used to be.  I've learned that some things just aren't a big deal and to relax a bit.  It's made me love my kids and all kids even more than ever.  I teach the 7 (turning 8) year olds.  Last Sunday were were singing one of the songs for this years Primary Program.  It's not from the songbook, it was published in the Friend magazine. The words and music are by Sally DeFord.  I absolutely LOVE this song.  Singing it on Sunday, it really hit me.  I almost couldn't sing it because it touched my so much, that I was so full of the spirit.  This is probably my new favorite Primary Song.  Here are the words:

If I had been a little child when Jesus lived on earth,


I would have liked to walk with Him and listen to His words,

But as I search the scriptures I can hear His words of peace,

And if I listen with my heart I hear the Savior’s voice.


I hear a living prophet speak the things that Christ would say

If He were here upon the earth to talk with me today.

The prophet teaches how to live in righteousness and peace,

And if I listen with my heart I hear the Savior’s voice.


I feel the Holy Spirit as He teaches truth and right.

He comforts me in times of need; He testifies of Christ.

He speaks to me in quiet ways that fill my soul with peace,

And if I listen with my heart I hear the Savior’s voice.