1 O God, you are my God;

I earnestly search for you. 

My soul thirsts for you;  

my whole body longs for you 

in this parched and weary land 

where there is no water.

 2 I have seen you in your sanctuary 

and gazed upon your power and glory.

3 Your unfailing love is better than life itself; 

how I praise you!

 4 I will praise you as long as I live, 

lifting up my hands to you in prayer.

5 You satisfy me more than the richest feast.  

I will praise you with songs of joy. 

6 I lie awake thinking of you, 

meditating on you through the night.

7 Because you are my helper, 

I sing for joy in the shadow of your wings.

 8 I cling to you; 

your strong right hand holds me securely.

Psalm 63:1-8