I longed to dwell 

In temple walls forever

Adorned in white 

Kneeling across altars 

When father and family forsook me

I sought refuge 

Seeking his face

Finding refuge and solace

Now those walls are suffocating 

No longer filed with his presence

But my heart still tells me:

“Seek his face.”

And so I will continue to seek him

O heart, be courageous 

For he has been my helper

And he will not leave or abandon me 

O God of my salvation 

Hear the words of my mouth 

I long to worship you

Not in temples made of hands 

Not in vain offerings of the flesh 

But in Spirit and in truth

The veil has been torn in two

There’s no more need for signs and keywords

Lead me straight into your presence

For you are the light that guides my steps

And if you are there, whom should I fear?