This Is Your Time

by Michael W. Smith

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(Dm)It was a (Am)test we could (Bb)all hope to (F)pass, but (C)none of us (Dm)would want to (Gm)take.

(Dm)Faced with the (Am)choice to de (Bb)ny God and (F)live, for (C)her there was (Dm)one choice to (Gm)make.

This was her (F)time,

this was her (C)dance, she lived ev ’ry (Dm7)mo ment, left noth in’ to (Bb)chance.

She swam in the (F)sea,

drank of the (C)deep,

em braced the (Dm)mys t’ry of all she could (Bb)be.

This was her (Dm)time.

(Dm)Though you are (Am)mourn ing and (Bb)griev ing your (F)loss, but (C)death died a (Dm)long time a (Gm)go.

(Dm)Swal lowed in (Am)life, so her (Bb)life car ries (F)on, for (C)still, it’s so (Dm)hard to let (Gm)go.

This was her (F)time,

this was her (C)dance, she lived ev ’ry (Dm7)mo ment, left noth in’ to (Bb)chance.

She swam in the (F)sea,

drank of the (C)deep,

em braced the (Dm)mys t’ry of all she could (Bb)be.

This was her (Dm)time.

(Bb)be.

What if to (F)mor row, and what if to (C)day,

faced with the (Dm)ques tion, oh, what would you (Bb)say?

This is your (F)time,

this is your (C)dance,

live ev ’ry (Dm)mo ment, leave noth in’ to (Bb)chance.

Swim in the (F)sea,

drink of the (C)deep,

em brace the (Dm)mys t’ry of all you can (Bb)be.

This is your (F)time,

this is your (C)dance,

live ev ’ry (Dm)mo ment, leave noth in’ to (Bb)chance.

Swim in the (F)sea,

drink of the (C)deep,

em brace the (Dm)mys t’ry of all you can (Bb)be.

This is your This is your (F)time.

Won’t You (Bb)save

me?

This Is Your Time by Michael W. Smith — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “This Is Your Time by Michael W. Smith 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 132 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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 Is Your Time" 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 Is Your Time"?
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.