One Desire
Hillsong Music Australia Lyrics


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You gave it all for me
My soul desire, my everything
And all I am is devoted to You

How could I fail to see
You are the love that rescued me
And all I am is devoted to You
And oh, how could I not be moved
Lord here with You
So have Your way in me
Cause Lord, there is just one thing
That I will seek

This is my cry
My one desire
Is to be where You are, Lord
Now and forever
It's more than a song
My one desire




Is to be with You
Is to be with You, Jesus

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Hillsong Live’s song One Desire speak of an unconditional devotion to Jesus Christ. The song begins with an acknowledgment of Jesus’ sacrifice for humankind, which is characterized as the ultimate act of love. The singer refers to Jesus as their “soul desire” and their “everything,” suggesting that devotion to Christ takes priority over worldly desires. The refrain of the song, “My one desire is to be where You are, Lord. Now and forever,” emphasizes the unrelenting nature of this devotion.


The second verse of the song references the singer’s personal experience of being rescued by Jesus’ love. The declaration that “all I am is devoted to You” implies that this rescue was transformative and all-encompassing, with the singer’s entire identity and existence now wholly dedicated to Christ. The bridge of the song further emphasizes the singer’s commitment to allowing Jesus to have his way in their life, with the acknowledgement that there is only one thing worth pursuing: being with Jesus.


Overall, the lyrics of One Desire are a reflection on the depth and breadth of Christian devotion. It speaks of a level of commitment and love that transcends worldly pleasures and desires, and instead prioritizes a deep connection with Jesus.


Line by Line Meaning

You gave it all for me
You sacrificed everything for me


My soul desire, my everything
You are my ultimate goal and my entire being


And all I am is devoted to You
I am completely dedicated to You


How could I fail to see
How could I have been blind to Your love?


You are the love that rescued me
You are the love that saved me from my sins


And all I am is devoted to You
I give everything to You, for You have given everything for me


And oh, how could I not be moved
How could my heart not be stirred with emotion?


Lord here with You
Standing in Your presence


So have Your way in me
Do with me as You wish


Cause Lord, there is just one thing
For there is only one thing


That I will seek
That I will pursue


This is my cry
This is my earnest plea


My one desire
My greatest longing


Is to be where You are, Lord
Is to be in Your presence, O Lord


Now and forever
For all eternity


It's more than a song
This is not just a mere melody


My one desire
My heart's true passion


Is to be with You
Is to be close to You


Is to be with You, Jesus
Is to be with You, my Lord and Savior




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@lykafrancisco9737

"One Desire"

You gave it all for me
My soul desire, my everything
And all I am is devoted to You

How could I fail to see
You are the love that rescued me
And all I am is devoted to You

And oh, how could I not be moved
Lord here with You
So have Your way in me
Cause Lord, there is just one thing
That I will seek

This is my cry
My one desire
Is to be where You are, Lord
Now and forever
It's more than a song
My one desire
Is to be with You
Is to be with You, Jesus



@aljhonebayhon6788

You gave it all for me
My soul desire my everything
All I am is devoted to You
How could I fail to see
You are the love that rescued me
All I am is devoted to You
And oh, how could I not be moved
Lord here with You
So have Your way in me
'Cause Lord there is just one thing
And that I will seek
This is my cry my one desire
Just to be where You are Lord
Now and forever it's more than a song
My one desire is to be with You
Is to be with You Jesus
How could I fail to see
You are the love that rescued me
All I am is devoted to You
And oh, how could I not be moved
Lord here with You
So have Your way in me
'Cause Lord there is just one thing
And that I will seek
This is my cry my one desire
Just to be where You are Lord
Now and forever it's more than a song
My one desire is to be with You
Is to be with You
This is my cry my one desire
Just to be where You are Lord
Now and forever it's more than a song
My one desire is to be with You
Is to be with You Jesus
The one thing, the one thing
That I ask is to be with You
The one thing, the one thing
That I ask is to be with You
The one thing, the one thing
That I ask is to be with You
(The one thing)
The one thing, the one thing
That I ask is to be with You
Is to be with You
This is my cry my one desire
Just to be where You are Lord
Now and forever it's more than a song
It's my one desire is to be with You
Is to be with You
This is my cry my one desire
Just to be where You are Lord
Now and forever it's more than a song
My one desire is to be with You
Is to be with You Jesus, Jesus



@nanikdasani4547

Verse 1
You gave it all for me
My soul desire
My everything
And all I am is devoted to You

Verse 2
How could I fail to see
You are the love that rescued me
And all I am is devoted to You

Pre-Chorus
And oh how could I not be moved
Lord here with You
So have Your way in me
'Cause Lord there is just one thing
That I will seek

Chorus
This is my cry
My one desire
Just to be where You are Lord
Now and forever
It's more than a song
My one desire
Is to be with You
Is to be with You
Jesus


Bridge
The one thing
The one thing
That I ask
Is to be with You



@Jenny-vf7qm

ow could I fail to see
You are the love that rescued me
And all I am is devoted to You

And oh, how could I not be moved
Lord here with You
So have Your way in me
Cause Lord there is just one thing
And that I will seek

This is my cry, my one desire
Just to be where You are Lord, now and forever
It's more than a song, my one desire
Is to be with You, is to be with You, Jesus

How could I fail to see
You are the love that rescued me
And all I am is devoted to You

And oh, how could I not be moved
Lord here with You
So have Your way in me
Cause Lord there is just one thing
And that I will seek

This is my cry, my one desire
Just to be where You are Lord, now and forever
It's more than a song, my one desire
Is to be with You, is to be with You

This is my cry, my one desire
Just to be where You are Lord, now and forever
It's more than a song, my one desire
Is to be with You, is to be with You, Jesus

The one thing, the one thing that I ask
Is to be with You
The one thing, the one thing that I ask
Is to be with You

The one thing, the one thing that I ask
Is to be with You
The one thing, the one thing that I ask
Is to be with You
Is to be with You

This is my cry, my one desire
Just to be where You are Lord, now and forever
It's more than a song, my one desire
Is to be with You, is to be with You

This is my cry, my one desire
Just to be where You are Lord, now and forever
It's more than a song, my one desire
Is to be with You, is to be with You, Jesus



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@ashlynnemandani4718

I'm still listening to this song everytime na nagsusuffer ako sa depression, God is Good and now unti-unti na akong gumagaling

@dmagpayo1

Actually lahat nararanasan yan dahil sa nangyayari satin ngayon(mental health) Ako sobrang nakaka down kase nawalan ka nang trabaho di mo alam pano ka makakatulong sa pamilya espcially sa mama ko and sa magiging baby ko yubg tipong, wala ka magawa ang hirap pero ika nga nila di tayo bibigyan nang pagsubok nang panginoon na di natin kayang lampasan. Always trust God. 🙏☝️

@maimaiamban7970

God is good all the time

@mommygrace5672

I am also suffering with depression and wlang gstong umintindi sken but I always cried to God at hinihiling ko na malagpasan ko yung mga suicide thoughts ko dahil nandto ako sa abroad.

@lovebear5456

@Evangeline Grace God is giving you this chance para mas makilala mo pa sya at mas makita mo ang pagmamahal na kaya nyang ibigay sayo, maybe no one is there to understand you but always remember that God is always with you.

@MsTutu98

What language is this? It is so beautiful to see you guys mix it with English. So awesome! God bless!

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@topworshipsongs7380

I'm a muslim, I'm always amazed by how my christian friends worshipping God by singing this song. Now literally crying while watching this video. It's so pure and heartwarming. May peace be upon you❤

@zeeinterpretations

Praying that the love of God turns you to him. God is love.

@smmehubsa2558

@ziyanda sondlo may Allah continue to bless you abundantly

@neliusmugane2713

Peace be upon you too

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