Psalm 84 is such a beautiful contemplation of dwelling in the Lord’s courts/ temple. I felt compelled to write this song based on this psalm of the sons of Korah. There is so much vying for our attention in this world. The real joy can only be found dwelling with the Lord in His presence. I really hope this song blesses you. I added some layers to a simple live phone recording. Hopefully I’ll get to recording it properly in the not too distant future. In the meantime I hope this will suffice.
Blessings
Sarah
CCLI Song Number:
7197139
Strength To Strength (Psalm 84) ©2022 Sarah Begaj Music
Lyrics
Verse 1
My soul longs and faints for the courts of the Lord
With joy I will sing in Your presence
My heart and my flesh seek the One living God
How lovely O Lord is Your dwelling
Verse 2
Even the sparrow and swallow have found
A home for their young at Your altar
Blessed are the people who dwell in Your house
They’ll praise You O Lord God forever
Chorus 1
From strength to strength
With one voice we declare
Better one day with You
Than a thousand elsewhere
God of Jacob our shield
You give glory and grace
To the upright in heart
No good is withheld
Your goodness avails
Verse 3
How blessed are the ones who find strength
In the Lord
The pilgrims whose heart seek the Father
They pass through the valley of sorrow and tears
And turn it to life springs of water
Bridge 1
I would rather stand at the doors of Your house
Than dwell in the tents of wickedness
I would rather stay at the feet of my Lord
Than gain all earthly riches (2X)
