Blessing In The Storm

by Kirk Franklin

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When (Em7)I can not hear the

(G)spar row sing y

and (Em7)I can not feel a

(G)mel o dy,

there’s (E7)a se cret place

and that’s full of grace.

There’s (G7sus)a bless ing in the (C)storm.

(Em7)Help me (Am7)sing, yeah.

There’s (G7sus)a bless ing in the (C)storm.

When (Em7)the sick ness wan na

(G)leave my bod y

and (Em7)the pain just wan na

(G)leave my soul,

I (E7)get on my knees

and say, “Je sus, please.”

There’s (G7sus)a bless ing in the (C)storm.

(Em7)Help me (Am7)sing, yeah.

There’s (G7sus)a bless ing in the (C)storm.

When (Em7)I can not seem to

(G)love a gain

and (Em7)the rain drops won’t a–

(G)ev er end,

if (E7)you just hold on, those clouds (D7)will soon be gone.

There’s (G7sus)a bless ing in the (C)storm.

(Em7)Help me (Am7)sing, yeah,

there’s (G7sus)a bless ing in...

(Cm7)Sweet,

sweet,

(Bb)the (C)storm.

(Cm7)Sweet,

sweet,

(Bb)the (C)storm.

(Cm7)Sweet,

sweet,

(Bb)the (C)storm.

When (Em7)I can not seem to

(G)love a gain

and (Em7)the rain drops won’t a–

(G)ev er end,

if (E7)you just hold on, those clouds (D7)will soon be gone.

There’s (G7sus)a bless ing in the (C)storm.

(Em7)Help me (Am7)sing, yeah,

there’s (G7sus)a bless ing in...

(Cm7)Sweet,

sweet,

(Bb)the (C)storm.

(Cm7)Sweet,

sweet,

(Bb)the (C)storm.

(Cm7)Sweet,

sweet,

(Bb)the (C)storm.

there’s (G7sus)a bless ing in the (C)storm.

(Em7)Help me (Am7)sing, yeah,

there’s (G7sus)a bless ing in

the (C)storm.

There’s (G)a bless ing in the...

There’s (G)a bless ing in the...

There’s (G)a bless ing in the (C)storm.

Blessing In The Storm by Kirk Franklin — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Blessing In The Storm” by Kirk Franklin in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of C at 79 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

Tips for parents & teachers

  • Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
  • Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
  • Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
  • Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Blessing In The Storm" good for a child learning piano?
Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "Blessing In The Storm"?
Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?
No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?
Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.
How many chords does "Blessing In The Storm" use?
Just 13 chords: Am7, Bb, Bm7, C, Cm7, D7, D9, Dm7, +5 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Kirk Franklin songs work for kids?
Try "I SMILE", "COULD'VE BEEN", "THE APPEAL". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.