Young Lucy Winchester yearned for spiritual fellowship and understanding. But her father was a stern backwoodsman who stood squarely against religion of any sort. Lucy's life long spiritual quest is set against a backdrop of two difficult marriages that included broken promises, alcoholism, and poverty. Added to that were bouts of illness, tragic accidents, and numerous infant deaths. After a joyful beginning with Christ as he savior, Lucy stumbled through years of spiritual ignorance, doubt and despair. Eventually she again found peace in Christ. This true account reflects the goodness of God patiently leading the thirsty to the fountain of living water.