This Day

by Steven Curtis Chapman

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La (E7)la la la (G)la,

la (E7)la la la (G)la la la.

La (E7)la la la (G)la,

la (E7)la.

(G)Yes (A)ter (G)day the (G)sky was (G)bright (D)and (G)clear.

(G)I could see the sun and (G)I (Dmaj7)could (G)hear (F6)the (D)song.

But (G)Faith (A)flowed (G)like a (G)riv (Dmaj7)er, (G)free (D)and (G)deep, and grace (A)was (G)not so (G)hard (Dmaj7)to (G)be (D)be (G)lieved.

But (A)that was yes ter day, and what was close e nough to touch now seems a world (E7)his a way.

So what (G)a bout this (G)day?

This (E7)day

(Gsus)all His (G)mer cies are new.

This (E7)day

(Gsus)ev ’ry (G)prom ise is true.

Fa (E7)ther, help me to be lieve, give me (G)faith I need to (D)know (E7)You and (Gsus)trust (G)You this day.

This day.

(G)Who (A)knows (G)what to (G)mor row’s (G)light (D)will (G)bring,

(G)tears to cry or may be (G)songs (Dmaj7)to (G)sing (F6)out (D)loud.

But (G)on (A)ly (G)God can (G)see (Dmaj7)that (G)far (D)a (G)way, and He (A)made (G)us for (G)liv (Dmaj7)ing (G)day (D)by (G)day ’cause (A)He wants us to see and that the God that He’s been ev ’ry day of world (E7)his to ry

is who (G)He is this (G)day.

This (E7)day

(Gsus)all His (G)mer cies are new.

This (E7)day

(Gsus)ev ’ry (G)prom ise is true.

Fa (E7)ther, help me to be lieve, give me (G)faith I need to (D)know (E7)You and (Gsus)trust (G)You this day.

This day.

(Gsus)trust (G)You.

’Cause (E7sus)You are (E7)the same yes ter (E7sus)day and (E7)to day and for (C)ev (G6)er.

(F#7sus)Through ev (F#7)’ry sea son Your (F#7sus)truth and (F#7)Your grace nev er (G)change.

Oh, Lord, I do be lieve

that the God that You’ve been ev ’ry day of (E7)his to ry is who (G)You are this (G)day.

This day,

this day.

This (E7)day you mer cies (G)are new.

This (E7)day Your prom ise (G)is true.

This (E7)day my hope is (G)in You, Lord.

This (E7)day,

(Gsus)whoa, (G)yeah.

This (E7)day

(Gsus)all Your (G)mer cies are new.

This (E7)day

(Gsus)ev ’ry (G)prom ise is true.

Fa (E7)ther, help me to be lieve, give me (G)faith I need to (D)know (E7)You and (Gsus)trust (G)You this day.

All your (G)mer cies are new.

This (E7)day

(Gsus)ev ’ry (G)prom ise is true.

Fa (E7)ther, help me to be lieve, give me (G)faith I need to (D)know (E7)You and (Gsus)trust (G)You this day.

All your (G)mer cies are new.

(This day your mer cies are new.

This (E7)day your prom ise (G)is true.

This (E7)day my hope is (G)in You, Lord.

this (E7)day.)

This Day by Steven Curtis Chapman — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “This Day by Steven Curtis Chapman 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 D at 120 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 "This Day" 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 "This Day"?
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 "This Day" use?
Just 11 chords: A, Bm, C, D, Dmaj7, E7, F#7, F6, +3 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Steven Curtis Chapman songs work for kids?
Try "MAGNIFICENT OBSESSION", "HOW DO I LOVE HER", "I'M GONNA BE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.