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Because He Lives Chords

Bill & Gloria Gaither Beginner Key of G 5 Chords 2 min read Updated Jul 2026

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Capo

None

Chords

G · C · D · Em · Am

Because He Lives Chords – Guitar

One of the most beloved hymns of the modern church, celebrating the resurrection and hope.

Hymn (4/4 Time)

↓↑↓↑↓↑

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Tip: Play with warmth and confidence. This hymn builds from a gentle verse to a triumphant chorus.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C G

God sent His Son, they called Him Jesus

Em Am D

He came to love, heal and forgive

G C G

He lived and died to buy my pardon

Em D G

An empty grave is there to prove my Savior lives

Chorus

G C G

Because He lives, I can face tomorrow

Em Am D

Because He lives, all fear is gone

G C G

Because I know He holds the future

Em D G

And life is worth the living just because He lives

Verse 2

G C G

How sweet to hold a newborn baby

Em Am D

And feel the pride and joy He gives

G C G

But greater still the calm assurance

Em D G

This child can face uncertain days because He lives

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Because He Lives"?

You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D, Em and Am.

Is "Because He Lives" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Because He Lives" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Because He Lives"?

It was written by Bill Gaither, Gloria Gaither, and released in 1971.

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

G · C · D · Em · Am

Because He Lives Chords – Ukulele

One of the most beloved hymns of the modern church, celebrating the resurrection and hope.

Hymn (4/4 Time)

↓↑↓↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Play with warmth and confidence. This hymn builds from a gentle verse to a triumphant chorus.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C G

God sent His Son, they called Him Jesus

Em Am D

He came to love, heal and forgive

G C G

He lived and died to buy my pardon

Em D G

An empty grave is there to prove my Savior lives

Chorus

G C G

Because He lives, I can face tomorrow

Em Am D

Because He lives, all fear is gone

G C G

Because I know He holds the future

Em D G

And life is worth the living just because He lives

Verse 2

G C G

How sweet to hold a newborn baby

Em Am D

And feel the pride and joy He gives

G C G

But greater still the calm assurance

Em D G

This child can face uncertain days because He lives

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Because He Lives"?

You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D, Em and Am.

Is "Because He Lives" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Because He Lives" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Because He Lives"?

It was written by Bill Gaither, Gloria Gaither, and released in 1971.

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Emtap to play

Amtap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

G · C · D · Em · Am

Because He Lives Chords – Piano

One of the most beloved hymns of the modern church, celebrating the resurrection and hope.

Hymn (4/4 Time)

↓↑↓↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Play with warmth and confidence. This hymn builds from a gentle verse to a triumphant chorus.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C G

God sent His Son, they called Him Jesus

Em Am D

He came to love, heal and forgive

G C G

He lived and died to buy my pardon

Em D G

An empty grave is there to prove my Savior lives

Chorus

G C G

Because He lives, I can face tomorrow

Em Am D

Because He lives, all fear is gone

G C G

Because I know He holds the future

Em D G

And life is worth the living just because He lives

Verse 2

G C G

How sweet to hold a newborn baby

Em Am D

And feel the pride and joy He gives

G C G

But greater still the calm assurance

Em D G

This child can face uncertain days because He lives

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Because He Lives"?

You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D, Em and Am.

Is "Because He Lives" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Because He Lives" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Because He Lives"?

It was written by Bill Gaither, Gloria Gaither, and released in 1971.

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Emtap to play

Amtap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

G · C · D · Em · Am

Because He Lives Chords – Banjo

One of the most beloved hymns of the modern church, celebrating the resurrection and hope.

Hymn (4/4 Time)

↓↑↓↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Play with warmth and confidence. This hymn builds from a gentle verse to a triumphant chorus.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C G

God sent His Son, they called Him Jesus

Em Am D

He came to love, heal and forgive

G C G

He lived and died to buy my pardon

Em D G

An empty grave is there to prove my Savior lives

Chorus

G C G

Because He lives, I can face tomorrow

Em Am D

Because He lives, all fear is gone

G C G

Because I know He holds the future

Em D G

And life is worth the living just because He lives

Verse 2

G C G

How sweet to hold a newborn baby

Em Am D

And feel the pride and joy He gives

G C G

But greater still the calm assurance

Em D G

This child can face uncertain days because He lives

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Because He Lives"?

You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D, Em and Am.

Is "Because He Lives" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Because He Lives" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Because He Lives"?

It was written by Bill Gaither, Gloria Gaither, and released in 1971.

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Emtap to play

Amtap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

G · C · D · Em · Am

Because He Lives Chords – Mandolin

One of the most beloved hymns of the modern church, celebrating the resurrection and hope.

Hymn (4/4 Time)

↓↑↓↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Play with warmth and confidence. This hymn builds from a gentle verse to a triumphant chorus.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C G

God sent His Son, they called Him Jesus

Em Am D

He came to love, heal and forgive

G C G

He lived and died to buy my pardon

Em D G

An empty grave is there to prove my Savior lives

Chorus

G C G

Because He lives, I can face tomorrow

Em Am D

Because He lives, all fear is gone

G C G

Because I know He holds the future

Em D G

And life is worth the living just because He lives

Verse 2

G C G

How sweet to hold a newborn baby

Em Am D

And feel the pride and joy He gives

G C G

But greater still the calm assurance

Em D G

This child can face uncertain days because He lives

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Because He Lives"?

You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D, Em and Am.

Is "Because He Lives" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Because He Lives" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Because He Lives"?

It was written by Bill Gaither, Gloria Gaither, and released in 1971.

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Emtap to play

Amtap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

G · C · D · Em · Am

Because He Lives Chords – Harmonica

One of the most beloved hymns of the modern church, celebrating the resurrection and hope.

Hymn (4/4 Time)

↓↑↓↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Play with warmth and confidence. This hymn builds from a gentle verse to a triumphant chorus.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C G

God sent His Son, they called Him Jesus

Em Am D

He came to love, heal and forgive

G C G

He lived and died to buy my pardon

Em D G

An empty grave is there to prove my Savior lives

Chorus

G C G

Because He lives, I can face tomorrow

Em Am D

Because He lives, all fear is gone

G C G

Because I know He holds the future

Em D G

And life is worth the living just because He lives

Verse 2

G C G

How sweet to hold a newborn baby

Em Am D

And feel the pride and joy He gives

G C G

But greater still the calm assurance

Em D G

This child can face uncertain days because He lives

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Because He Lives"?

You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D, Em and Am.

Is "Because He Lives" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Because He Lives" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Because He Lives"?

It was written by Bill Gaither, Gloria Gaither, and released in 1971.