Rejoice in the Lord ‎#36

36. 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 sov'reign will.

3 Ye fearful saints, fresh courage take,
the clouds you 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 ev'ry 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.

Text Information

• First Line: God moves in a mysterious way
• Title: God Moves in a Mysterious Way
• Author: William Cowper (1774)
• Meter: CM
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1985
• Scripture:
  Psalm 77:19
• Topic: Who Pardons All Your Iniquities

Tune Information

• Name: LONDON NEW
• Meter: CM
• Key: D Major
• Source: Playford's Psalms, 1671
• Notes: This tune in a higher key: 170