The Power Of The Cross

by Keith & Kristyn Getty
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Lyrics

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

of the (Cm7)dark (F7)est (Bbsus2)day,

(Ebmaj7)Christ (Eb6/9)on the (Bbsus2)road (Bb)to (Cm7)Cal (Ebmaj7)va (Fsus)ry.

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

torn and (Cm7)beat (F7)en, (Bbsus2)then

(Ebmaj7)nailed (Eb6/9)to a (Bbsus2)cross (Ebmaj7)of (Fsus)wood.

(Bbsus2)This, the (Eb)pow’r

(F)of the (Bb)cross:

(Bb)Christ be (Eb)came

(F)sin for (Bb)us.

(Bb)Took the (Eb)blame,

(C)bore the (F)wrath.

(F)We (Bb)stand for (Eb)giv en (Fsus)at

the (Bb)cross.

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

writ ten (Cm7)on (F7)Your (Bbsus2)face,

(Ebmaj7)bear (Eb6/9)ing the (Bbsus2)awe (Bb)some (Cm7)weight (Ebmaj7)of (Fsus)sin.

(Eb)Ev ’ry (F)bit ter (Bb)thought,

ev ’ry (Cm7)e (F7)vil (Bbsus2)deed,

(Ebmaj7)crown (Eb6/9)ing Your (Bbsus2)blood (Ebmaj7)stained (Fsus)brow.

(Bbsus2)This, the (Eb)pow’r

(F)of the (Bb)cross:

(Bb)Christ be (Eb)came

(F)sin for (Bb)us.

(Bb)Took the (Eb)blame,

(C)bore the (F)wrath.

(F)We (Bb)stand for (Eb)giv en (Fsus)at

the (Bb)cross.

(Fsus)at

the (Bb)cross.

(F)at

the (Bb)cross.

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

writ ten (Dm7)in the (C)wounds,

(F)for through Your (C)suf f’ring (Dm7)I (C)am (Gsus)free.

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

life is (Dm7)mine to (C)live,

(F)won through Your (C)self less (Gsus)love.

(C)This, the (F)pow’r

(G)of the (C)cross:

(C)Son of (F)God

(G)slain for (C)us.

(C)What a (F)love,

(D)what a (G)cost.

(G)We (C)stand for (F)giv en (Gsus)at

the (C)cross.

The Power Of The Cross — Simple Sheet Music

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"The Power Of The Cross" in simplified sheet music format — the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of Eb, 57 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “The Power Of The Cross

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "The Power Of The Cross"?
Simplified Arrangement keeps the melody and chords on a simplified staff with lyrics, color-coded for easy recognition. It's a learner-bridge between Beginner mode and the classic engraved Sheet Music — same song, less visual density.
What key is "The Power Of The Cross" by Keith & Kristyn Getty played in?
The Power Of The Cross is arranged in the key of Eb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "The Power Of The Cross"?
The arrangement plays at 57 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "The Power Of The Cross" easy to play on piano?
Yes — this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
Can I download sheet music for "The Power Of The Cross"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "The Power Of The Cross"?
"The Power Of The Cross" was originally performed by Keith & Kristyn Getty. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "The Power Of The Cross"?
This arrangement uses 18 chords: Bb, Bbpow, Bbsus2, C, Cm7, D, Dm, Dm7, +10 more.
What other songs by Keith & Kristyn Getty can I play here?
Try "SPEAK O LORD", "IN CHRIST ALONE", "THERE IS A HIGHER THRONE". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Is Simple Sheet good for learning to read sheet music?
Yes! Simple Sheet bridges the gap between beginner color-coded modes and traditional notation. Notes are displayed on a simplified staff with colors, lyrics, and chords — helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "The Power Of The Cross". Key of Eb, 57 BPM.
What's the difference between Simple Sheet and Lead Sheet?
Simple Sheet shows a more streamlined, horizontally scrolling view with color-coded notes on a staff and lyrics below — like a simplified version of real sheet music. Lead Sheet shows melody with chord symbols above and full lyrics. Simple Sheet is the next step toward reading traditional notation.

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