One thing I ask of the Lord
Just one thing will I seek
That I may dwell in the presence of the Lord
All the days of my life

Better is a day in Your courts, oh, Lord
Than a thousand spent any other place
I'd rather be a doorman in the presence of the Lord
Than a king from whom You turn and hide Your face

One thing I ask of the Lord
Just one thing will I seek
That I may dwell in the presence of the Lord
All the days of my life

You alone are my fortress and my strength
There's safety in the shelter of Your wings
When trouble comes against me
You will hide me in Your arms
And show the world the reason why I sing

One thing I ask of the Lord
Just one thing will I seek
That I may dwell in the presence of the Lord
All the days of my life
That I may dwell in the presence of the Lord
All the days of my life