One thing I ask of the Lord Just one thing will I seek That I may dwell in the presence of the Lord All the days of my life Better is a day in your courts, O Lord Than a thousand spent any other place I'd rather be a doorman in the presence of the Lord Than a king from whom you turn and hide your face One thing I ask of the Lord Just one thing will I seek That I may dwell in the presence of the Lord All the days of my life You alone are my fortress and my strength There's shelter in the safety of your wings When trouble comes against me, you will hide me in your arms And show the world the reason that I sing One thing I ask of the Lord Just one thing will I seek That I may dwell in the presence of the Lord All the days of my life That I may dwell in the presence of the Lord All the days of my life.