Better Is One Day/Facedown

As we delve into the lyrics of Matt Redman's "Better Is One Day/Facedown," we are immediately drawn into a profound longing for the presence of God. This longing is beautifully echoed in Psalm 84:10, "Better is one day in your courts than a thousand elsewhere; I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God than dwell in the tents of the wicked." The psalmist, like Redman, expresses a deep yearning for the presence of God, a place where the heart is satisfied, and the soul finds rest.

The song's chorus, "Better is one day in Your courts, Better is one day in Your house, Better is one day in Your courts, Than thousands elsewhere," is a direct reflection of this verse. It's a declaration that the presence of God is more desirable than any other place. It's a sentiment that resonates with many of us, as we often find ourselves yearning for the peace, comfort, and satisfaction that only God's presence can provide.

The song also echoes the sentiment found in Psalm 27:4, "One thing I ask from the Lord, this only do I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze on the beauty of the Lord and to seek him in his temple." This verse, much like the song, speaks to the desire to be in God's presence, to see His beauty, and to find Him in the place His glory dwells.

The bridge of the song, "So let Your glory shine around, King of glory, here be found," is a plea for God's glory to be revealed. It's a call for the King of Glory, a title used for God in Psalm 24:7-10, to be present. It's a recognition that when God's glory is revealed, we can't help but fall facedown in awe and worship, much like Moses did in Exodus 34:8 when he bowed to the ground at once and worshiped.

As we reflect on the lyrics of this song and the corresponding Bible verses, we are reminded of the beauty and power of God's presence. We are reminded that there is no place we would rather be than in His presence. But it also prompts us to ask ourselves: Do we truly yearn for God's presence in our lives? Do we seek His glory in our daily lives? And when His glory is revealed, do we respond in awe and worship?

This song, coupled with these scriptures, challenges us to examine our hearts and our desires. It encourages us to seek God's presence above all else and to respond to His glory with awe and worship. So, as we go about our daily lives, let's remember that better is one day in His courts than thousands elsewhere. Let's seek His presence, gaze upon His beauty, and fall facedown in worship as His glory shines around.