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Take You at Your Word Chords

Cody Carnes Beginner Key of G 4 Chords 3 min read Updated Jul 2026

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Capo

None

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Take You at Your Word Chords – Guitar

A worship anthem by Cody Carnes about trusting in God’s promises. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Basic Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret to match the original recording’s key of A, while still playing the G chord shapes listed.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C

I’ve seen You move the mountains

G D

I believe You’ll do it again

G C

You made a way where there was none

G D

I believe You’ll do it again

Chorus

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

Verse 2

G C

I’ve seen You turn the tide

G D

I believe You’ll do it again

G C

You brought the dead to life

G D

I believe You’ll do it again

Chorus

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

Bridge

Em C

Faithful to the end

G D

You are who You say You are

Em C

Faithful to the end

G D

You are who You say You are

Em C

Faithful to the end

G D

You are who You say You are

Em C

Faithful to the end

G D

You are who You say You are

Chorus

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

Practice tip: Master the simple four-chord progression (G, C, D, Em) before adding the strum pattern, then focus on singing the repetitive, declarative lyrics with confidence.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Take You at Your Word"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.

Is "Take You at Your Word" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Take You at Your Word" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Take You at Your Word"?

It was written by Cody Carnes, and released in 2021.

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Emtap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Take You at Your Word Chords – Ukulele

A worship anthem by Cody Carnes about trusting in God’s promises. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Basic Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret to match the original recording’s key of A, while still playing the G chord shapes listed.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C

I’ve seen You move the mountains

G D

I believe You’ll do it again

G C

You made a way where there was none

G D

I believe You’ll do it again

Chorus

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

Verse 2

G C

I’ve seen You turn the tide

G D

I believe You’ll do it again

G C

You brought the dead to life

G D

I believe You’ll do it again

Chorus

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

Bridge

Em C

Faithful to the end

G D

You are who You say You are

Em C

Faithful to the end

G D

You are who You say You are

Em C

Faithful to the end

G D

You are who You say You are

Em C

Faithful to the end

G D

You are who You say You are

Chorus

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

Practice tip: Master the simple four-chord progression (G, C, D, Em) before adding the strum pattern, then focus on singing the repetitive, declarative lyrics with confidence.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Take You at Your Word"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.

Is "Take You at Your Word" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Take You at Your Word" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Take You at Your Word"?

It was written by Cody Carnes, and released in 2021.

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Emtap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Take You at Your Word Chords – Piano

A worship anthem by Cody Carnes about trusting in God’s promises. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Basic Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret to match the original recording’s key of A, while still playing the G chord shapes listed.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C

I’ve seen You move the mountains

G D

I believe You’ll do it again

G C

You made a way where there was none

G D

I believe You’ll do it again

Chorus

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

Verse 2

G C

I’ve seen You turn the tide

G D

I believe You’ll do it again

G C

You brought the dead to life

G D

I believe You’ll do it again

Chorus

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

Bridge

Em C

Faithful to the end

G D

You are who You say You are

Em C

Faithful to the end

G D

You are who You say You are

Em C

Faithful to the end

G D

You are who You say You are

Em C

Faithful to the end

G D

You are who You say You are

Chorus

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

Practice tip: Master the simple four-chord progression (G, C, D, Em) before adding the strum pattern, then focus on singing the repetitive, declarative lyrics with confidence.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Take You at Your Word"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.

Is "Take You at Your Word" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Take You at Your Word" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Take You at Your Word"?

It was written by Cody Carnes, and released in 2021.

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Emtap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Take You at Your Word Chords – Banjo

A worship anthem by Cody Carnes about trusting in God’s promises. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Basic Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret to match the original recording’s key of A, while still playing the G chord shapes listed.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C

I’ve seen You move the mountains

G D

I believe You’ll do it again

G C

You made a way where there was none

G D

I believe You’ll do it again

Chorus

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

Verse 2

G C

I’ve seen You turn the tide

G D

I believe You’ll do it again

G C

You brought the dead to life

G D

I believe You’ll do it again

Chorus

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

Bridge

Em C

Faithful to the end

G D

You are who You say You are

Em C

Faithful to the end

G D

You are who You say You are

Em C

Faithful to the end

G D

You are who You say You are

Em C

Faithful to the end

G D

You are who You say You are

Chorus

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

Practice tip: Master the simple four-chord progression (G, C, D, Em) before adding the strum pattern, then focus on singing the repetitive, declarative lyrics with confidence.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Take You at Your Word"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.

Is "Take You at Your Word" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Take You at Your Word" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Take You at Your Word"?

It was written by Cody Carnes, and released in 2021.

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Emtap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Take You at Your Word Chords – Mandolin

A worship anthem by Cody Carnes about trusting in God’s promises. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Basic Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret to match the original recording’s key of A, while still playing the G chord shapes listed.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C

I’ve seen You move the mountains

G D

I believe You’ll do it again

G C

You made a way where there was none

G D

I believe You’ll do it again

Chorus

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

Verse 2

G C

I’ve seen You turn the tide

G D

I believe You’ll do it again

G C

You brought the dead to life

G D

I believe You’ll do it again

Chorus

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

Bridge

Em C

Faithful to the end

G D

You are who You say You are

Em C

Faithful to the end

G D

You are who You say You are

Em C

Faithful to the end

G D

You are who You say You are

Em C

Faithful to the end

G D

You are who You say You are

Chorus

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

Practice tip: Master the simple four-chord progression (G, C, D, Em) before adding the strum pattern, then focus on singing the repetitive, declarative lyrics with confidence.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Take You at Your Word"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.

Is "Take You at Your Word" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Take You at Your Word" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Take You at Your Word"?

It was written by Cody Carnes, and released in 2021.

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Emtap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Take You at Your Word Chords – Harmonica

A worship anthem by Cody Carnes about trusting in God’s promises. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Basic Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret to match the original recording’s key of A, while still playing the G chord shapes listed.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C

I’ve seen You move the mountains

G D

I believe You’ll do it again

G C

You made a way where there was none

G D

I believe You’ll do it again

Chorus

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

Verse 2

G C

I’ve seen You turn the tide

G D

I believe You’ll do it again

G C

You brought the dead to life

G D

I believe You’ll do it again

Chorus

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

Bridge

Em C

Faithful to the end

G D

You are who You say You are

Em C

Faithful to the end

G D

You are who You say You are

Em C

Faithful to the end

G D

You are who You say You are

Em C

Faithful to the end

G D

You are who You say You are

Chorus

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

G C

I take You at Your word

G D

I trust in what I’ve heard

Em C

I know that You are good

G D

And Your promises are true

Practice tip: Master the simple four-chord progression (G, C, D, Em) before adding the strum pattern, then focus on singing the repetitive, declarative lyrics with confidence.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Take You at Your Word"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.

Is "Take You at Your Word" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Take You at Your Word" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Take You at Your Word"?

It was written by Cody Carnes, and released in 2021.