Together in Song ‎#126

126. 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 You 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 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.

Text Information

• First Line: God moves in a mysterious way
• Author: William Cowper, 1731-1800
• Meter: 86.86
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1999
• Scripture:
  1 Corinthians 2:1-10
  ;
  Deuteronomy 31:6-8
  ;
  Ecclesiastes 3:9-15
  ;
  Ephesians 1:7-14
  ;
  Isaiah 46:8-11
  ;
  Joshua 1:7-9
  ;
  Psalm 136:1-9
  ;
  Romans 11:33-36
• Topic: Courage; Creation; Faithfulness of God; Fear; Grace; Mystery of God's Love; Providence; Sovereignty of God; Trust in God; Wisdom
• Notes: May be sung to METZLER 226

Tune Information

• Name: IRISH
• Meter: 86.86
• Key: E♭ Major
• Source: 'A Collection of Hymns and Sacred Poems', Dublin, 1749