Author: W. Cowper Hymnal: The Lutheran Hymnary #421 (1913) Meter: 8.6.8.6 Hymnal Title: The Lutheran Hymnary Lyrics: 1 God moves in a mysterious way
His wonders to perform;
He plants His footsteps in the sea
And rides upon the storm.
2 Deep in unfathomable mines
Of never-failing skill
He treasures up His bright designs,
And works His sovereign will.
3 Ye fearful saints, fresh courage take;
The clouds ye so much dread
Are big with mercy and shall break
In blessings on your head.
4 Judge not the Lord by feeble sense,
But trust Him for His grace;
Behind a frowning providence
He hides a smiling face.
5 His purposes will ripen fast,
Unfolding every hour.
The bud may have a bitter taste,
But sweet will be the flower.
6 Blind unbelief is sure to err
And scan His works in vain;
God is His own interpreter,
And He will make it plain.
Topics: The Church Year Seventh Sunday after Trinity; Providence Tune Title: [God moves in a mysterious way]
God moves in a mysterious way