The Lutheran Hymnary ‎#421

421. 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 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.

Text Information

• First Line: God moves in a mysterious way
• Author: W. Cowper (1774)
• Meter: C. M.
• Publication Date: 1913
• Topic: The Church Year: Seventh Sunday after Trinity; Providence

Tune Information

• Name: [God moves in a mysterious way]
• Composer: W. Croft (1708)
• Meter: C. M.
• Key: C Major