Reaching
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Intro: F#m – E – A
Verse I:
F#m - E A
Loving God, You have chosen me
F#m - E A
To love You, to serve You
F#m - E A
And I can hear Your voice calling out to me
F#m - E A
My father of awe and wonder
Refrain:
B – F#m – C#m – B
Jesus, the Holy King of everlasting glory
B – F#m – A
Take me and lead me to Your cross and to eternity
Chorus I:
E F#m
You’re reaching, reaching out to me Lord
A
I can feel Your presence dwelling inside of me
E F#m
I’m seeking, seeking ways to break free
A
From my sins and failures and praying for Your
Mercy
(Repeat Verse I, Pre-Chorus, then Chorus I)
Chorus II:
E F#m
You’re reaching, You’re reaching,
A
You’re reaching out to me
E F#m
I’m seeking, I’m seeking
A
Ways to break free
(2x)
Bridge:
B
So if I break into a million pieces
C#m
I’ll pray to You my Jesus
A
Oh make me anew
(Repeat Bridge thrice, then Chorus)
F#m E
You’re reaching, You’re reaching
A
You’re reaching out to me
F#m E
I’m seeking, I’m seeking
A
Ways to break free
(2x)
How to play Reaching
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 F#m. 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.