The Book of Worship ‎#37

37. Dark Providence

1 Thy way, O God, is in the sea;
Thy paths I cannot trace,
Nor comprehend the mystery
Of Thine unbounded grace.

2 Here the dark veils of flesh and sense
My captive soul surround;
Mysterious deeps of providence
My wondering thoughts confound.

3 As through a glass, I dimly see
The wonders of Thy love,
How little do I know of Thee,
Or of the joys above!

4 'Tis but in part I know Thy will:
I bless Thee for the sight;
When will Thy love the rest reveal
In glory's clearer light?

5 With raptures shall I then survey
Thy providence and grace;
And spend an everlasting day
In wonder, love, and praise.

Text Information

• First Line: Thy way, O God, is in the sea
• Title: Dark Providence
• Meter: C. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1867
• Topic: God the Father: Providence
• Notes: Public Domain.

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