“All Sufficient Merit” by Shane & Shane is a rich, gospel-centered worship song that focuses on the finished work of Christ and the believer’s complete dependence on His righteousness, and this All Sufficient Merit chord chart gives guitar players a simple way to lead it in a worship setting. The song carries a reflective and reverent atmosphere while building around the truth that salvation rests entirely on the merit and grace of Jesus alone.
Lyrically, the song is filled with deep theological themes of grace, justification, assurance, and the sufficiency of Christ. Because of this, it works especially well during communion, prayerful response moments, or services centered on the gospel and the work of Christ. The arrangement stays worshipful and intentional throughout, allowing the message of the lyrics to remain the primary focus.
On the playing side, the progression is straightforward and repeats consistently through much of the song, making it approachable for acoustic guitar or a full band. The arrangement is less about technical playing and more about maintaining feel, dynamics, and supporting the vocal well. It works especially effectively in a more stripped-back setting with acoustic guitar and pads, though it can also build naturally with a full band. This chart is available in the key of A, B, and E, along with a Nashville Numbers version for easy transposing.
