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As The Deer
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Jul 27, 2026 updated
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Steffany Gretzinger's rendition of 'As The Deer' is a worship song expressing a deep, personal longing for God. Based on Psalm 42:1, the lyrics compare the soul's thirst for God to a deer panting for water. The song emphasizes God as the singer's strength, shield, and heart's desire, and declares a commitment to worship Him alone. It also portrays a intimate relationship with God as friend and brother, despite His kingship. The repetition of longing underscores a continual yearning for God's presence.
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As the deer panteth for the water
So my soul longeth after Thee
You alone are my heart's desire
And I long to worship Thee
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 Thee
You're my friend and You are my brother
Even though You are a King
I love You more than any other
So much more than anything
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 Thee
You alone are my strength, my shield
To You alone may my spirit yield
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 Thee
I am longing
I am longing
I am longing