Because He Lives
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A D
God sent His son, they called Him, Jesus
A E E7
He came to love, heal and forgive
A A7 D
He lived and died to buy my pardon
A E A
An empty grave is there to prove my Savior lives!
A A7 D
Because He lives, I can face tomorrow
A E E7
Because He lives, all fear is gone
A E A D
Because I know He holds the future
A
And life is worth the living
E A
Just because He lives!
A D
And then one day, I'll cross the river
A E E7
I'll fight life's final war with pain
A A7 D
And then, as death gives way to victory
A E A
I'll see the lights of glory and I'll know He lives!
A A7 D
Because He lives, I can face tomorrow
A E E7
Because He lives, all fear is gone
A E A D
Because I know He holds the future
A
And life is worth the living
E A
Just because He lives!
A
And life is worth the living
E A
Just because He lives!
How to play Because He Lives
Use the controls above to change the key and text size. Follow the highlighted chords while listening, then practice each section slowly before playing at the original tempo.
What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is A. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.