My soul longs after you

I am sitting here in great pain 
Wondering just what I can do
For my soul is a-thirst for your words
My Lord, my heart cries out for you

Though the sun shines brightly
I am alone, my church is far away
Yet I know thou art with me here my Lord
Upon another glorious Sabbath day

My thoughts escape to bygone years
My soul has wings...is apt to fly away
I am singing along to a beautiful song
That we used to sing upon a summer's day

As the deer pants for the water
So my soul longs after you...
You alone are my heart's desire
And I long to worship you...

Chorus:

You alone are my strength and shield

To you alone may my spirit yield

You alone are my heart's desire

And I long to worship you

I want you more than gold or silver

Only you can satisfy

You alone are the real joy-giver

And the apple of my eye

Chorus:

You're my friend and you are my brother

Even though you are a King

I love you more than any other

So much more than anything

Chorus:

Martin Nystrom 1983