If We Are The Body

· by Casting Crowns

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It’s (Em7)crowd ed in wor ship way to (Csus2)day,

and she slips (A7sus)in,

and (A7)try ing to (Csus2)fade in to the (D)fac es.

The (Em7)girls’ teas ing laugh ter is (Csus2)car ry ing far ther than they (A7sus)know, es

are (A7)bet ter far ther than they (Csus2)know.

But if (G)we are the bod y,

why aren’t His (Dsus)arms reach (D)ing?

Why aren’t His (Em7)hands heal ing?

Why aren’t His (C)words teach ing?

And if (G)we are the bod y,

why aren’t His (Dsus)feet go (D)ing?

Why is His (Em7)love not show ing (D)them there is a (C)way?

There is a (Em7)way.

A (Em7)trav ’ler is far a way from (Csus2)home.

He sheds his (A7sus)coat

and (A7)qui et ly (Csus2)sinks in to the (D)back row.

The (Em7)weight of their judg men tal (Csus2)glanc es tells him ther that his (A7sus)chanc es

are (A7)bet ter out ther on the (Csus2)road.

But if (G)we are the bod y,

why aren’t His (Dsus)arms reach (D)ing?

Why aren’t His (Em7)hands heal ing?

Why aren’t His (C)words teach ing?

And if (G)we are the bod y,

why aren’t His (Dsus)feet go (D)ing?

Why is His (Em7)love not show ing (D)them there is a (C)way?

There is a (Em7)way.

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(D)Je sus paid (Em)much too (D)high a (C)price

for us to pick and choose who should (D)come, and we are the (Em)bod (D)y of (C)Christ.

If (G)we are the bod y,

why aren’t His (Dsus)arms reach (D)ing?

Why aren’t His (Em7)hands heal ing?

Why aren’t His (C)words teach ing?

And if (G)we are the bod y,

why aren’t His (Dsus)feet go (D)ing?

Why is His (Em7)love not show ing (D)them there is a (C)way?

If (G)we are the bod y,

why aren’t His (Dsus)arms reach (D)ing?

Why aren’t His (Em7)hands heal ing?

Why aren’t His (C)words teach ing?

And if (G)we are the bod y,

why aren’t His (Dsus)feet go (D)ing?

Why is His (Em7)love not show ing (D)them there is a (C)way?

If (C)way?

Je sus is the (Em7)way.

If We Are The Body by Casting Crowns — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “If We Are The Body” by Casting Crowns 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 E at 120 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

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 "If We Are The Body" 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 "If We Are The Body"?: 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.
What other Casting Crowns songs work for kids?: Try "Who Am I", "VOICE OF TRUTH", "WHAT IF HIS PEOPLE PRAYED". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.