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[Verse 1]
I Cfaced a mountain
That I neAmver faced before
TGhat's why I'm calling on you LoCrd
I kGnow it's been aCwhile
Lord please hear my praFyer
I Dmneed you like I never have beGfore
[Chorus]
Sometimes it takes a mouCntaiFnC  
Sometimes a troubled sFea
Sometimes it takes a deGsert
To get a hold of Cme
Your Love is Fso much sCtronger
Then whatever troubles mFe
Sometimes it takes a moGuntain
To trust you and beClievFeC  
[Verse 2]
FCorgive me, Jesus
I thAmought I could contrFol
WhGatever life would throw my Cway
But Gthis I will admCit
Has brought me to my kFnees
I need you Lord and I'm not ashamed to GsayF  G  
[Chorus]
Sometimes it takes a CmountaiFnC  
Sometimes a troubled FseaC  F  
Sometimes it takes a dGesert
To get a hold of Cme
Your Love is Fso much Cstronger
Then whatever troubles mFeC  F  
Sometimes it takes a mGountain
To trust you and beClieveF  C  

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The story behind the song

"Sometimes It Takes A Mountain" speaks to those moments when life's challenges feel overwhelming, like facing a mountain that blocks your path. It's a song of humility and faith, acknowledging a deep need for spiritual guidance when difficulties arise. The lyrics express a willingness to openly ask for help, unafraid to admit needing the Lord to "get a hold of me." Released on the album of the same name, this song comes from the Gaither Vocal Band, a group known for its Southern gospel sound and its founder, Bill Gaither. It's an anthem for seeking strength and comfort in times of struggle.

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Sometimes It Takes A Mountain

by Gaither Vocal Band

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[Verse 1]

I faced a mountain

That I never faced before

G C

That's why I'm calling on you Lord

G C

I know it's been awhile

Lord please hear my prayer

Dm G

I need you like I never have before

[Chorus]

C F C

Sometimes it takes a mountain

Sometimes a troubled sea

Sometimes it takes a desert

To get a hold of me

F C

Your Love is so much stronger

Then whatever troubles me

Sometimes it takes a mountain

C F C

To trust you and believe

[Verse 2]

Forgive me, Jesus

Am F

I thought I could control

G C

Whatever life would throw my way

G C

But this I will admit

Has brought me to my knees

G F G

I need you Lord and I'm not ashamed to say

[Chorus]

C F C

Sometimes it takes a mountain

F C F

Sometimes a troubled sea

Sometimes it takes a desert

To get a hold of me

F C

Your Love is so much stronger

F C F

Then whatever troubles me

Sometimes it takes a mountain

C F C

To trust you and believe

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