The River
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F Bb F C
To the river I am going bringing sins I cannot bear
F Bb F C F
Come and cleanse me, come forgive me Lord I need to meet you there
F Bb F C
In these waters, healing mercy flows with freedom from despair
F Bb F C F
I am going, to that river Lord I need to meet you there
F Bb F C
Precious Jesus, I am ready to surrender every care
F Bb F C F
Take my hand now, lead me closer Lord I need to meet you there
F Bb F C
Come and join us, in the river Come find life beyond compare
F Bb F C F
He is calling, He is waiting Jesus longs to meet you there
F Bb F C F
He is calling, He is waiting Jesus longs to meet you there
F Bb F C
Precious Jesus, I am ready to surrender every care
F Bb F C F
Take my hand now, lead me closer Lord I need to meet you there
F Bb F C F
Take my hand now, lead me closer Lord I need to meet you there
How to play The River
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. 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.