8 Worship Songs About The Beauty of Jesus (One Thing I Ask)

King David had one obsession. In Psalm 27:4, he wrote, “One thing I ask from the Lord… that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze on the beauty of the Lord.” Worship isn’t just about duty; it’s about delight. It is staring at the most beautiful Person in the universe until our hearts are satisfied.

These songs are designed to be “gazing” songs. They don’t ask for much; they simply admire. They are perfect for moments of intimacy where the church can slow down and appreciate the splendor of their King.

Why These Songs Captivate

We selected these songs because:

  • They are aesthetic. They use sensory language (“beautiful,” “splendor,” “light”) to describe God’s nature.
  • They are Christ-centered. They specifically highlight the beauty of the Name and the Face of Jesus.
  • They are adoring. The primary emotional tone is love and awe, not just reverence.

8 Songs To Gaze Upon Him

  1. What A Beautiful Name – “You didn’t want heaven without us.” This song by Hillsong Worship became a global phenomenon because it beautifully articulates the romance of the Gospel. It connects the beauty of Jesus’ Name to the beauty of His sacrifice.
  2. Here I Am To Worship – “You’re altogether beautiful.” This timeless chorus is perhaps the purest “beauty” song of the modern era. It is a simple confession that Jesus is “altogether lovely” and “altogether wonderful,” stripping away any complexity to focus on adoration.
  3. Turn Your Eyes – “Look full in His wonderful face.” Based on the classic hymn, this song is a directive to shift our focus. It reminds us that the things of earth lose their luster when compared to the beauty of His face.
  4. Revelation Song – “Clothed in rainbows of living color.” Beauty often looks like glory. This song paints a vivid picture of the throne room, describing the sights and sounds of heaven in a way that leaves the singer awestruck.
  5. Is He Worthy? – “Does the Father love the Son?” This song engages the mind to stir the heart. By asking questions about the worthiness of the Lamb, it leads the congregation to a resounding conclusion that He is the most beautiful and worthy One.
  6. Worthy Of It All – “From You are all things.” Beauty is the source of all things. This song is a repetitive, meditative declaration that everything good and beautiful in the world finds its origin in Him.
  7. How Great Is Our God – “Clothed in majesty… the splendor of a King.” You cannot separate God’s beauty from His greatness. This anthem celebrates the “splendor” of God, a word that combines magnificence with beauty.
  8. Goodness Of God – “Your mercy never fails me.” God’s beauty is most clearly seen in His character. This song celebrates the beauty of His kindness, recounting how He has been faithful through every season of life.

Example “Adoration” Setlists

Setlist 1 (The Wonder)

  1. How Great Is Our God – The splendor.
  2. What A Beautiful Name – The Name.
  3. Here I Am To Worship – The response.

Setlist 2 (The Gaze)

  1. Turn Your Eyes – The focus.
  2. Is He Worthy? – The question.
  3. Revelation Song – The vision.

How To Use These Songs In Your Church

  • Dim the lights. Visual distractions can hinder “gazing.” Lowering the lights during Here I Am To Worship helps create an intimate environment where people can focus solely on Jesus.
  • Read Psalm 27. Before the service, read Psalm 27:4. Tell the church, “We have a lot of requests today, but let’s start with the ‘one thing’—just to see Him.”
  • Use screen visuals. For Revelation Song, use backgrounds that evoke the lyrics (rainbows, lightning, clouds) to help the congregation visualize the scene John describes.

Next Steps

We become what we behold. This Sunday, use Turn Your Eyes to help your church look away from their screens and look full into the wonderful face of Jesus.

By Lydia Hart, WorshipChords Editorial Staff

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