Near The Cross
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verse 1:
D D/F# Gsus2
Jesus, keep me near the cross
D A6sus4 A7
There a precious fountain
D D/F# Gsus2
Free to all, a healing stream
A6sus4 A7 D
Flows from Calvary?s mountain
[Refrão]
D Gsus2
In the cross, in the cross
D A6sus4 A7
Be my glory ever
D F# Gsus2
Till my raptured soul shall find
A6sus4 A7 D
Rest beyond the river
verse 2:
D D/F# Gsus2
Near the cross! O Lamb of God
D A6sus4 A7
Bring its scenes before me
D D/F# Gsus2
Help me walk from day to day
A6sus4 A7 D
With its shadows o'er me
(REPEAT Chorus)
verse 3:
D D/F# Gsus2
Near the cross I'll watch and wait
D A6sus4 A7
Hoping, trusting ever
D D/F# Gsus2
Till I reach the golden strand
A6sus4 A7 D
Just beyond the river
(REPEAT Chorus)
How to play Near The Cross
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 D. 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.