Walk On Water
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Intro: Dm C G (2x)
Dm C G
The waters saw you, Lord, the coastlands trembled
Dm C A
Through the mighty sea you made your way
Dm C G
Though your footsteps were unseen, in the night you came to me
C G Dm
While the boat was tossing in the waves
Dm C G
Dm C G
'Are you but a ghost?' I cried in terror
Dm C A
'Take courage, it is I Don't be afraid'
Dm C G
Lord, if it's you, command I come and walk upon the water now,
C G Dm
You whom even wind and seas obey'
Chorus 1:
C G D
He said, 'Come to me and walk upon the water
C G D
Come in faith - my grace will be enough
C G D
If you believe, you'll come to know Love's power
C G Dm
Come to me, and I will hold you up'
Dm C G
I held the boat's edge, putting one leg over
Dm C A
The sea was dancing underneath my feet
Dm C G
I looked to you and I let go of everything I claim to know
C G Dm
Carried by the grace you've given me
C G D
But can I really walk upon this water?
C G D
The wind is strong and I am so afraid
C G D
My faith is weak, Lord, save me with your power
C G F F C
I am sinking deep into the waves The waves
Dm C G
You raised your hand and stretched it out to save me
Dm C A
The sea was parted underneath your gaze
Dm C G
You lifted me up from waters wild; you claimed me as your child,
C G Dm
Saying, 'Why'd you doubt, O you of little faith?'
D C G
'I brought you out of Egypt through the waters
D C G
I baptized you with power to believe'
D C G
Truly, you're the Son of God, Lord Jesus
C G Dm
Keep me in the harbor of your peace
C G Dm
Be still my soul, *let it ring for God can do all things
Outro: Dm C G
How to play Walk On Water
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 Dm. 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.