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One Thing

By Housefires + Kirby Kaple

1,546 views Jul 11, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

Housefires and Kirby Kaple's song 'One Thing' expresses a deep longing to dwell in God's presence and seek Him above all else. The lyrics echo Psalm 27:4, focusing on the desire to gaze upon God's beauty and know Him more intimately. The repetition of 'You are the one thing that I need' emphasizes total dependence on God. The song is a simple, heartfelt prayer of surrender and devotion, inviting listeners to prioritize relationship with God over everything else.

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This one thing I ask

This one thing I seek

To dwell within your house

Everyday of my life

This one thing I ask

This only do I seek

To gaze upon your beauty

In this holy place


You are the one thing

You are the one thing that I need

You are the one thing

You are the one thing that I need


This one thing I ask

This one thing I seek

To dwell within your house

Everyday of my life

This one thing I ask

This only do I seek

To gaze upon your beauty

In this holy place


You are the one thing

You are the one thing that I need

You are the one thing

You are the one thing that I need


You give me eyes to see

Eyes to see you

You give me ears to hear

Ears to hear you

You give me a heart to know

Heart to know you

I want to know you more

I want to know you more


You are the one thing

You are the one thing that I need

You are the one thing

You are the one thing that I need

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