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Wonderful Merciful Savior Chords

Selah 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

Wonderful Merciful Savior Chords – Guitar

A contemporary worship song performed by Selah, celebrating the grace and character of Jesus. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Gentle Worship (4/4 Time)

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Tip: Use a light touch and let the chords ring out clearly.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C

Wonderful, merciful Savior

G D

Precious Redeemer and Friend

G C

Who would have thought that a Lamb could

G D

Rescue the souls of men

G D

Oh, You rescue the souls of men

Chorus

C G

Counselor, Comforter, Keeper

D G

Spirit we long to embrace

C G

You offer hope when our hearts have

D G

Hopelessly lost the way

C G

Oh, we’ve hopelessly lost the way

Verse 2

G C

You are the One that we praise

G D

You are the One we adore

G C

You give the healing and grace our

G D

Hearts always hunger for

G D

Oh, our hearts always hunger for You

Chorus

C G

Counselor, Comforter, Keeper

D G

Spirit we long to embrace

C G

You offer hope when our hearts have

D G

Hopelessly lost the way

C G

Oh, we’ve hopelessly lost the way

Bridge

Am C

Almighty, infinite Father

G D

Faithfully loving Your own

Am C

Here in our weakness You find us

G D

Falling before Your throne

Chorus

C G

Counselor, Comforter, Keeper

D G

Spirit we long to embrace

C G

You offer hope when our hearts have

D G

Hopelessly lost the way

C G

Oh, we’ve hopelessly lost the way

Practice tip: Practice the G to D and C to G transitions slowly, as they are the most common changes in this song.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Wonderful Merciful Savior"?

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

Is "Wonderful Merciful Savior" 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 "Wonderful Merciful Savior" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Wonderful Merciful Savior"?

It was written by Dawn Rodgers, Eric Wyse, and released in 1989.

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Wonderful Merciful Savior Chords – Ukulele

A contemporary worship song performed by Selah, celebrating the grace and character of Jesus. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Gentle Worship (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

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Tip: Use a light touch and let the chords ring out clearly.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C

Wonderful, merciful Savior

G D

Precious Redeemer and Friend

G C

Who would have thought that a Lamb could

G D

Rescue the souls of men

G D

Oh, You rescue the souls of men

Chorus

C G

Counselor, Comforter, Keeper

D G

Spirit we long to embrace

C G

You offer hope when our hearts have

D G

Hopelessly lost the way

C G

Oh, we’ve hopelessly lost the way

Verse 2

G C

You are the One that we praise

G D

You are the One we adore

G C

You give the healing and grace our

G D

Hearts always hunger for

G D

Oh, our hearts always hunger for You

Chorus

C G

Counselor, Comforter, Keeper

D G

Spirit we long to embrace

C G

You offer hope when our hearts have

D G

Hopelessly lost the way

C G

Oh, we’ve hopelessly lost the way

Bridge

Am C

Almighty, infinite Father

G D

Faithfully loving Your own

Am C

Here in our weakness You find us

G D

Falling before Your throne

Chorus

C G

Counselor, Comforter, Keeper

D G

Spirit we long to embrace

C G

You offer hope when our hearts have

D G

Hopelessly lost the way

C G

Oh, we’ve hopelessly lost the way

Practice tip: Practice the G to D and C to G transitions slowly, as they are the most common changes in this song.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Wonderful Merciful Savior"?

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

Is "Wonderful Merciful Savior" 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 "Wonderful Merciful Savior" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Wonderful Merciful Savior"?

It was written by Dawn Rodgers, Eric Wyse, and released in 1989.

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

Wonderful Merciful Savior Chords – Piano

A contemporary worship song performed by Selah, celebrating the grace and character of Jesus. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Gentle Worship (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

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Tip: Use a light touch and let the chords ring out clearly.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C

Wonderful, merciful Savior

G D

Precious Redeemer and Friend

G C

Who would have thought that a Lamb could

G D

Rescue the souls of men

G D

Oh, You rescue the souls of men

Chorus

C G

Counselor, Comforter, Keeper

D G

Spirit we long to embrace

C G

You offer hope when our hearts have

D G

Hopelessly lost the way

C G

Oh, we’ve hopelessly lost the way

Verse 2

G C

You are the One that we praise

G D

You are the One we adore

G C

You give the healing and grace our

G D

Hearts always hunger for

G D

Oh, our hearts always hunger for You

Chorus

C G

Counselor, Comforter, Keeper

D G

Spirit we long to embrace

C G

You offer hope when our hearts have

D G

Hopelessly lost the way

C G

Oh, we’ve hopelessly lost the way

Bridge

Am C

Almighty, infinite Father

G D

Faithfully loving Your own

Am C

Here in our weakness You find us

G D

Falling before Your throne

Chorus

C G

Counselor, Comforter, Keeper

D G

Spirit we long to embrace

C G

You offer hope when our hearts have

D G

Hopelessly lost the way

C G

Oh, we’ve hopelessly lost the way

Practice tip: Practice the G to D and C to G transitions slowly, as they are the most common changes in this song.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Wonderful Merciful Savior"?

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

Is "Wonderful Merciful Savior" 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 "Wonderful Merciful Savior" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Wonderful Merciful Savior"?

It was written by Dawn Rodgers, Eric Wyse, and released in 1989.

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

Wonderful Merciful Savior Chords – Banjo

A contemporary worship song performed by Selah, celebrating the grace and character of Jesus. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Gentle Worship (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

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Tip: Use a light touch and let the chords ring out clearly.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C

Wonderful, merciful Savior

G D

Precious Redeemer and Friend

G C

Who would have thought that a Lamb could

G D

Rescue the souls of men

G D

Oh, You rescue the souls of men

Chorus

C G

Counselor, Comforter, Keeper

D G

Spirit we long to embrace

C G

You offer hope when our hearts have

D G

Hopelessly lost the way

C G

Oh, we’ve hopelessly lost the way

Verse 2

G C

You are the One that we praise

G D

You are the One we adore

G C

You give the healing and grace our

G D

Hearts always hunger for

G D

Oh, our hearts always hunger for You

Chorus

C G

Counselor, Comforter, Keeper

D G

Spirit we long to embrace

C G

You offer hope when our hearts have

D G

Hopelessly lost the way

C G

Oh, we’ve hopelessly lost the way

Bridge

Am C

Almighty, infinite Father

G D

Faithfully loving Your own

Am C

Here in our weakness You find us

G D

Falling before Your throne

Chorus

C G

Counselor, Comforter, Keeper

D G

Spirit we long to embrace

C G

You offer hope when our hearts have

D G

Hopelessly lost the way

C G

Oh, we’ve hopelessly lost the way

Practice tip: Practice the G to D and C to G transitions slowly, as they are the most common changes in this song.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Wonderful Merciful Savior"?

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

Is "Wonderful Merciful Savior" 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 "Wonderful Merciful Savior" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Wonderful Merciful Savior"?

It was written by Dawn Rodgers, Eric Wyse, and released in 1989.

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

Wonderful Merciful Savior Chords – Mandolin

A contemporary worship song performed by Selah, celebrating the grace and character of Jesus. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Gentle Worship (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

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Tip: Use a light touch and let the chords ring out clearly.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C

Wonderful, merciful Savior

G D

Precious Redeemer and Friend

G C

Who would have thought that a Lamb could

G D

Rescue the souls of men

G D

Oh, You rescue the souls of men

Chorus

C G

Counselor, Comforter, Keeper

D G

Spirit we long to embrace

C G

You offer hope when our hearts have

D G

Hopelessly lost the way

C G

Oh, we’ve hopelessly lost the way

Verse 2

G C

You are the One that we praise

G D

You are the One we adore

G C

You give the healing and grace our

G D

Hearts always hunger for

G D

Oh, our hearts always hunger for You

Chorus

C G

Counselor, Comforter, Keeper

D G

Spirit we long to embrace

C G

You offer hope when our hearts have

D G

Hopelessly lost the way

C G

Oh, we’ve hopelessly lost the way

Bridge

Am C

Almighty, infinite Father

G D

Faithfully loving Your own

Am C

Here in our weakness You find us

G D

Falling before Your throne

Chorus

C G

Counselor, Comforter, Keeper

D G

Spirit we long to embrace

C G

You offer hope when our hearts have

D G

Hopelessly lost the way

C G

Oh, we’ve hopelessly lost the way

Practice tip: Practice the G to D and C to G transitions slowly, as they are the most common changes in this song.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Wonderful Merciful Savior"?

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

Is "Wonderful Merciful Savior" 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 "Wonderful Merciful Savior" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Wonderful Merciful Savior"?

It was written by Dawn Rodgers, Eric Wyse, and released in 1989.

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

Wonderful Merciful Savior Chords – Harmonica

A contemporary worship song performed by Selah, celebrating the grace and character of Jesus. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Gentle Worship (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

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Tip: Use a light touch and let the chords ring out clearly.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C

Wonderful, merciful Savior

G D

Precious Redeemer and Friend

G C

Who would have thought that a Lamb could

G D

Rescue the souls of men

G D

Oh, You rescue the souls of men

Chorus

C G

Counselor, Comforter, Keeper

D G

Spirit we long to embrace

C G

You offer hope when our hearts have

D G

Hopelessly lost the way

C G

Oh, we’ve hopelessly lost the way

Verse 2

G C

You are the One that we praise

G D

You are the One we adore

G C

You give the healing and grace our

G D

Hearts always hunger for

G D

Oh, our hearts always hunger for You

Chorus

C G

Counselor, Comforter, Keeper

D G

Spirit we long to embrace

C G

You offer hope when our hearts have

D G

Hopelessly lost the way

C G

Oh, we’ve hopelessly lost the way

Bridge

Am C

Almighty, infinite Father

G D

Faithfully loving Your own

Am C

Here in our weakness You find us

G D

Falling before Your throne

Chorus

C G

Counselor, Comforter, Keeper

D G

Spirit we long to embrace

C G

You offer hope when our hearts have

D G

Hopelessly lost the way

C G

Oh, we’ve hopelessly lost the way

Practice tip: Practice the G to D and C to G transitions slowly, as they are the most common changes in this song.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Wonderful Merciful Savior"?

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

Is "Wonderful Merciful Savior" 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 "Wonderful Merciful Savior" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Wonderful Merciful Savior"?

It was written by Dawn Rodgers, Eric Wyse, and released in 1989.