As the Deer

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

I want You more than gold or silver
Only You can satisfy
You alone are the real joy giver
And the apple of my eye

I don't know who wrote this, I haven't taken the time to look--there's a possibility I've posted this song before, but I'm having a day where I feel this song through and through, so today it is my claim "so my soul, longs after You, dear Lord".