The Power Of The Cross (Oh To See The Dawn)

· by Stuart Townend

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(Bb)Oh, to (C)see the (F)dawn

(F)of the dark est day,

(Bb)Christ on the (F)road to (C)Cal va ry.

(Bb)Tried by (C)sin ful (F)men,

(F)torn and beat en, then

(Bb)nailed to a (F)cross (Bbmaj7)of (Csus)wood.

(F)This, the (Bb)pow’r

(C)of the (F)cross:

(F)Christ be (Bb)came

(C)sin for (F)us.

(F)Took the (Bb)blame,

(G)bore the (C)wrath.

(C)We (F)stand for (Bb)giv en (F)at the cross.

(Bb)Oh, to (C)see the (F)pain

(F)writ ten on Your face,

(Bb)bear ing the (F)awe some (C)weight of sin.

(Bb)Ev ’ry (C)bit ter (F)thought,

(F)ev ’ry e vil deed,

(Bb)crown ing Your (F)blood (Bbmaj7)stained (Csus)brow.

(F)This, the (Bb)pow’r

(C)of the (F)cross:

(F)Christ be (Bb)came

(C)sin for (F)us.

(F)Took the (Bb)blame,

(G)bore the (C)wrath.

(C)We (F)stand for (Bb)giv en (F)at the cross.

(F)at the cross.

(F)at the cross.

(C)Oh, to (D)see my (G)name

writ ten (Am7)in the (G)wounds,

(C)for through Your (G)suf f’ring (D)I am free.

(C)Death is (D)crushed to (G)death,

life is (Am7)mine to (G)live,

(C)won through Your (G)self less (G)love.

This, the (C)pow’r

(D)of the (G)cross:

(G)Son of (C)God

(D)slain for (G)us.

(G)What a (C)love,

(A)what a (D)cost!

(D)We (G)stand for (C)giv en (Dsus)at

the (C)cross.

The Power Of The Cross (Oh To See The Dawn) by Stuart Townend — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “The Power Of The Cross (Oh To See The Dawn)” by Stuart Townend 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 Bb at 84 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.
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Frequently asked questions

Is "The Power Of The Cross (Oh To See The Dawn)" 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 "The Power Of The Cross (Oh To See The Dawn)"?: 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 Stuart Townend songs work for kids?: Try "BEAUTIFUL SAVIOR", "The King Of Love (The King Has Come)". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.