Lyrics
Whom have I in Heaven?
Whom have I, but Thee?
And there is none upon
Earth that I desire
Whom have I in Heaven?
Whom have I, but Thee?
And there is none upon
Earth that I desire
Beside Thee.
My flesh faileth
And my heart faileth
My flesh and my heart faileth
But God is the strength
Of my heart
And God is my portion forever
Whom have I in Heaven?
Whom have I, but Thee?
And there is none upon
Earth that I desire
Whom have I in Heaven?
Whom have I, but Thee?
And there is none upon
Earth that I desire
Beside Thee
Whom have I beside Thee?
Song History & Meaning
Composer / Hymnodist: King James Version
Life often brings moments where our physical strength and heart seem to fail, leaving us feeling weak and uncertain. Yet, this song gently reminds us that God remains our ultimate treasure, surpassing every earthly pursuit and desire. When everything else fades, Jesus stands as the one who truly satisfies our souls and holds us secure. Today, let us open our hands, letting go of temporary comforts to anchor our joy fully in His abiding presence.
📖 Related Scripture Passages:
- Psalm 73:25: “Whom have I in heaven but you? I desire no one on earth besides you.”
- Psalm 63:1: “God, you are my God. I will earnestly seek you. My soul thirsts for you. My flesh longs for you, in a dry and weary land, where there is no water.”
- Philippians 3:8: “Yes, most certainly, I count all things to be loss for the excellence of the knowledge of Christ Jesus, my Lord, for whom I suffered the loss of all things, and count them to be rubbish, that I may gain Christ”