Longing for God

O God, you are my God
and I long for you.
My whole being desires you;
like a dry, worn-out, and waterless land,
my soul is thirsty for you

Let me see you in the sanctuary;
let me see how mighty and glorious you are.
Your constant love is better than life itself,
and so I will praise you.

I will give you thanks as long as I live;
I will raise my hands to you in prayer.
My soul will feast and be satisfied,
and I will sing glad songs of praise to you.

As I lie down in bed, I remember you;
all night long I think of you,
because you have allways been my help.

In the shadow of your wings I sing for joy.
I cling to you, and your hands keep me safe.

Salme 63:1-8