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Key
D Major
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
D · A · G · Em
A modern hymn that has become one of the most important worship songs of the 21st century. “In Christ Alone” uses four chords in a stately 3/4 time signature.
Hymn Waltz (3/4 Time)
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Tip: This song is in 3/4 time (waltz feel). Count “1-2-3, 1-2-3” and strum accordingly. Keep it stately and confident. The song builds through four powerful verses.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
D A G D
In Christ alone my hope is found
A G D
He is my light, my strength, my song
D A G Em
This cornerstone, this solid ground
A D
Firm through the fiercest drought and storm
Verse 2
D A G D
In Christ alone who took on flesh
A G D
Fullness of God in helpless babe
D A G Em
This gift of love and righteousness
A D
Scorned by the ones He came to save
Verse 3
D A G D
There in the ground His body lay
A G D
Light of the world by darkness slain
D A G Em
Then bursting forth in glorious day
A D
Up from the grave He rose again