Robin Mark - As the Deer Lyrics
Lyrics
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 (You alone)
You alone are my strengh, my shield
To You alone may my spirit yield
You alone are my heart's desire
And I long to worship You
You re my friend, you are my brother even though You are a King
You're my friend and You are my brother
Even though You are a King
I love You more then any other
So much more then anything
You alone are my strength
You alone are my strength, my shield
To You alone may my spirit yield
You alone are my heart's desire
And I long to worship You
Still the first verse and the chorus again
As the deer pants for the water
As the deer pants for the water
So my soul longs after You
You alone are my heat s desire
And I long to worship You
You alone are my strengh, my shield
To You alone may my spirit yield
You alone are my heat s desire
And I long to worship You (You alone)
You alone are my strengh, my shield
To You alone may my spirit yield
You alone are my heart's desire
And I long to worship You
O Lord You re the desire of our hearts this day
Lord, You're the desire of the Nations
And so Father, we gather here from many Nations
And many people
And we join our hearts together
To say Lord, that in everything we do this day
And every time we spend and every thought we think, Lord
And every meditation that we re involved with, Lord
May it all be an act of worship
To Your great and glorious name
Blessed be Your name, O God
Amen
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As the deer pants for the water - Robin Mark
Meaning & Inspiration
Robin Mark's "As the Deer," featured on the 2008 album "Living the Adventure Mandate 2007," is a profound expression of spiritual longing and unwavering devotion. The song's genesis lies in a deeply personal experience of seeking God, translating into a powerful anthem that resonates with believers seeking a richer connection with the divine. The central metaphor, drawn directly from Psalm 42:1, vividly portrays a parched deer desperately seeking a life-giving water source, mirroring the soul's intense yearning for God's presence. This imagery is not merely poetic; it speaks to a fundamental human need for spiritual sustenance, a thirst that only God can quench.
The lyrical content consistently emphasizes God's singular importance in the believer's life. Phrases like "You alone are my heart's desire" and "You alone are my strength, my shield" underscore a singular focus on God, aligning with biblical admonitions against idolatry and the command to love God with all one's heart, soul, and mind. The song's core message echoes the sentiment of Deuteronomy 6:5, which instructs, "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength." The repetition of "And I long to worship You" acts as a refrain, reinforcing the ultimate purpose of this deep yearning: to offer adoration and praise.
Further deepening the theological underpinnings, the lyrics explore the intimate relationship between the believer and God, describing Him as "my friend, You are my brother, even though You are a King." This relational aspect is a cornerstone of Christian faith, reflecting God's desire to draw near to humanity, as stated in James 4:8: "Come near to God and he will come near to you." The acknowledgment of Christ's dual nature – King and companion – points to His sovereignty and His personal, loving connection with each individual. The declaration, "I love You more than any other, so much more than anything," powerfully articulates a love that supersedes all earthly affections, a sentiment found in Matthew 10:37, where Jesus states that those who love Him more than father or mother are not worthy of Him. The extended outro, with its prayerful invocation of God as "the desire of our hearts this day" and "the desire of the Nations," expands the scope of worship from the individual to the global community, envisioning a unified act of devotion from believers across diverse backgrounds. This global perspective aligns with the Great Commission in Matthew 28:19, urging believers to make disciples of all nations. The concluding prayer that all actions and thoughts may become an "act of worship" encapsulates a holistic approach to faith, where every aspect of life is dedicated to God's glory, reflecting Romans 12:1's call to present our bodies as living sacrifices, holy and acceptable to God. "As the Deer" serves as a potent reminder and encouragement for believers to cultivate an unyielding pursuit of God, recognizing Him as the sole source of strength, comfort, and ultimate fulfillment.