Song Description
A heartfelt worship ballad by Richard Shekari, Only in Your Presence captures the soul's deep longing for God's nearness. Through tender lyrics and intimate imagery, it reflects on the emptiness of life without the Lord and the peace found beneath His wings. Anchored in humility and total submission, the song is a spiritual cry for closeness, comfort, and eternal rest in God's embrace.
Written, produced, and performed by Richard Shekari.
| Song Length |
3:57 |
Genre |
Pop - Religious, Pop - Alternative |
| Tempo |
Medium (111 - 130) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
| Mood |
Delighted, Joyful |
Subject |
Joy, General |
| Language |
English |
Era |
2000 and later |
Lyrics
Only in Your Presence
Chorus:
You comfort my soul,
Like a river where my roots are fed.
You sustain my soul,
Beneath Your wings, O Lord, my peace is spread.
Verse 1:
I walk through valleys where flowers bloom,
Yet beauty fades when I can't feel You.
The laughter fades, the sunlight lies,
If You withdraw, my spirit dies.
I'm like a man, but just a child,
Longing for You with hunger wild.
This world is loud, but still I cry,
Lord, if You're not near, then let me die.*Chorus*
Verse 2:
Take me away, Lord, if You will,
To that high place where hearts are still.
Among the saints, let me rejoice,
To praise You with a newborn's voice.
I need no gold, I seek no throne,
Your holy nearness is my home.
An infant clings, and so do I,
To You, my milk, my lullaby. *Chorus*
Copyright 2025 Richard Shekari.
Written, produced and performed by Richard Shekari.