285. God Moves in a Mysterious Way

1. God moves in a mysterious way
His wonders to perform;
He plants his footsteps in the sea
And rides upon the storm.

2. Ye fearful Saints, fresh courage take;
The clouds ye so much dread
Are big with mercy and shall break
In blessings on your head.

3. His purposes will ripen fast,
Unfolding ev’ry hour;
The bud may have a bitter taste,
But sweet will be the flower.

4. Blind unbelief is sure to err
And scan his works in vain;
God is his own interpreter,
And he will make it plain.

Text Information
First Line: God moves in a mysterious way
Title: God Moves in a Mysterious Way
Author: William Cowper, 1731–1800
Meter: (CM)
Language: English
Publication Date: 1985
Scripture: ;
Topic: Comfort; Faith; Special Topics
Tune Information
Name: HARVEY'S CHANT
Composer: William B. Bradbury, 1816–1868
Meter: (CM)
Incipit: 11111 71222 22233
Key: E♭ Major



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