The Lutheran Hymnal ‎#514

514. 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 Deep in unknown, unfathomed mines
Of never-failing skill
He treasures up His bright designs
And works His sov'reign 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 work in vain;
God is His own Interpreter,
And He will make it plain.

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: God moves in a mysterious way
• Title: God Moves in a Mysterious Way
• Author: William Cowper (1774)
• Meter: C.M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1941
• Scripture:
  John 13:7
• Topic: Cross and Comfort

Tune Information

• Name: DUNDEE
• Meter: C.M.
• Key: E♭ Major
• Source: "Scottish Psalter," 1615