Build Me a temple that Holy and new,
Build Me a temple to dwell in with you;
Cleanse this new temple from all previous sin,
Open the doors wide place My love within;
Invite My Spirit to dwell in this place,
Let Him come in to fill every space.
This temple I need is not stone or brick,
Not made of wood, canvas, or stick;
The temple I want is the one I gave you,
So long ago when you were brand new;
The temple I ask is the body you wear,
It’s a temple you have that is always right there.
So build Me your temple that Holy and new,
Build Me a temple to dwell with you;
Build Me a temple and you will see,
That together forever we’ll always be.
Author: Averil Bayard
