In 2001 after relocating to Orlando, Florida, William was hired as the Music Director and keyboardist for Ron Kenoly. It was during his time with Dr. Kenoly that William had the opportunity to travel all over the world and experience the presence of God in multiple cultures and expressions. This experience impacted his ministry tremendously. William has an ability to connect with people of multiple cultures and reach multiple generations in the same setting so that everyone can experience the presence of God together.
In 2003 utilizing his educational background (B.S. in Entertainment Business) and fulfilling a God given desire, "The Delivery Room" recording studio was established. William recorded his first solo effort, "The Reason I Live" out of the studio, along with hosting numerous other sessions. In 2005 "The Delivery Room" expanded into a brand new 2300 sq ft space and has hosted several artists and producers such as Martha Munizzi, Group One Crew, KJ-52, Tito Nieves, Loris Holland, Aaron Pearce, and EA Sports.
In 2006, William accepted the position of worship leader at The Gathering Place in Lake Mary, FL., serving alongside Pastor Sam Hinn. In 2007 William was ordained as a pastor at The Gathering Place and while serving this multicultural body has hosted recording artist and worship leaders such as Hillsong United, Martha Munizzi (also a member of the church), Jeff Deyo, Israel Houghton, Aaron Lindsey, Ricardo Sanchez and others.
In addition to music, William is a teacher who ministers the Word in churches and conferences, and is fully committed to establishing an organization that deals with some of the global goliath's facing our world today such as hunger, clean drinking water, and domestic H.S. graduation.The Williams Brothers
Psalm 27
William McDowell Lyrics
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That I may dwell in the house of the Lord forever In the courts of the Lord I find strength that I need
In that place I receive visions and dreams
Mercy and grace everything that I need
I find protection, direction, inspiration, motivation, revelation everything that I need
Patience, mercy, restoration, preservation, breakthrough everything that I need
Blessing, favor, provision, salvation, healing, everything that I need
Peace, love, joy, strength, power everything that I need
Answers, guidance, wisdom or counsel, understanding everything that I need
Just one day with You is better than a thousand elsewhere and I wanna be with You Lord
The lyrics to William McDowell's "Psalm 27" express the deep longing of the singer to dwell in the house of the Lord. The author expresses that this desire is the one thing that they seek after. The singer finds strength, visions, and dreams in the presence of the Lord. The Lord provides everything that they need, including mercy and grace. It is in the courts of the Lord where the singer finds everything they need, such as protection, direction, inspiration, revelation, patience, mercy, restoration, preservation, breakthrough, blessing, favor, provision, salvation, healing, comfort, deliverance, safety, covering, shelter, peace, love, joy, strength, power, answers, guidance, wisdom or counsel, and understanding.
The lyrics emphasize the importance of being in the presence of the Lord and in his place, receiving all that he has to offer. The author expresses that even one day with the Lord is better than a thousand elsewhere. This song conveys the message that the Lord is sufficient and able to provide everything that we need. It reminds us to seek after the Lord and to dwell in his presence, in the knowledge that he is our provider and source of strength.
Line by Line Meaning
One thing that I've desired of You and that will I seek after
My greatest desire is to seek after You, Lord
That I may dwell in the house of the Lord forever
I want to live in Your presence forever
In the courts of the Lord I find strength that I need
Being in Your presence gives me the strength I need
In that place I receive visions and dreams
I receive visions and dreams from You in Your presence
Mercy and grace everything that I need
Your mercy and grace provide everything that I need
I find protection, direction, inspiration, motivation, revelation everything that I need
You provide me with protection, direction, inspiration, motivation, and revelation
Patience, mercy, restoration, preservation, breakthrough everything that I need
You give me patience, mercy, restoration, preservation, and breakthrough
Blessing, favor, provision, salvation, healing, everything that I need
Your blessings, favor, provisions, salvation, and healing fulfill everything that I need
Comfort, deliverance, safety, covering, shelter, everything that I need
Your comfort, deliverance, safety, covering, and shelter provide everything that I need
Peace, love, joy, strength, power everything that I need
You provide me with peace, love, joy, strength, and power
Answers, guidance, wisdom or counsel, understanding everything that I need
You provide me with answers, guidance, wisdom or counsel, and understanding
Just one day with You is better than a thousand elsewhere and I wanna be with You Lord
Being with You for one day is better than being anywhere else for a thousand days, and I want to be with You always
Contributed by Alaina C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Life with Nicks
I love this song! This is the song that I was listening too when God decided to heal my deaf ear (I was born half deaf ). Glory to God!!
Teri K
Glory to God for His healing over you🙏🏾❤️🙏🏾❤️🙏🏾❤️🙏🏾❤️🙏🏾
Rita Mitchell
Your worship touched heaven and God healed you
Rita Mitchell
That's so powerful ❤️
Herbert Bryant
Its a beautiful song, it get me going in the mornings.
PieTownProd
HalleluYAH!!!!
Mary Hudson
In the courts of the Lord i find strength that i need. In his presence i can find protection,direction,inspiration,motivation,revelation,patience,mercy,restoration,breakthrough,blessings,favor,provision,salvation,healing,comfort,deliverance,safety,covering,shelter,peace,love,joy,strength,power,answers,guidance,wisdom,counsel,understanding. And much more in the presense of the Almighty God. I am a witness to God being a provider of all those things.
Mary Hudson
+Cheryl Powell amen
Cheryl Powell
Mary Hudson Thank you for taking the time to give me these precious words of encouragement from this incredibly beautiful song.
Mark L. Hymon Sr.
This is bi-far my favorite worship song ever. I can listen to this song back to back and never get enough of listening to because it's so inspiring. Psalms 27:4 is my favourite scripture. Thank you Jesus...