AS THE DEERAS THE DEER

Martin NystromMartin Nystrom#98, Praise Hymns#98, Praise Hymns

Compiled by Darrell BledsoeCompiled by Darrell BledsoeProduced by R. J. Taylor Jr.Produced by R. J. Taylor Jr.

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• 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.

ChorusChorus

• You alone are my strength and shield;

• To you alone may my spirit yield.

• You alone are my heart’s desire,

• And I long to worship You.

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• You’re my friend

• And You are my brother

• Even though You are my King.

• I love You more than any other

• So much more than anything.

ChorusChorus

• You alone are my strength and shield;

• To you alone may my spirit yield.

• You alone are my heart’s desire,

• And I long to worship You.

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• I want you more than gold or silver

• Only You can satisfy.

• You alone are my real joy-giver

• And the apple of my eye.

ChorusChorus

• You alone are my strength and shield;

• To you alone may my spirit yield.

• You alone are my heart’s desire,

• And I long to worship You.