Trinity Hymnal ‎#21

21. 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 ev'ry hour;
The bud may have a bitter taste,
But sweet will be the flow'r.

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
• Author: William Cowper (1774)
• Meter: C. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1961
• Scripture:
  Genesis 50:20
  ;
  Psalm 18:28
  ;
  Isaiah 42:16
  ;
  Romans 8:28
• Topic: God: Divine Perfections of; God: Glory of; God: Infinity; God: Sovereignty of; Mystery of God's Ways; Trust in God

Tune Information

• Name: HERMON
• Composer: Lowell Mason (1832)
• Meter: C. M.
• Key: E Major