
Author: John Ryland 1753-1825 Hymnal: Praise! psalms hymns and songs for Christian worship #262 (2013) Meter: 7.7.7.7 Lyrics: 1 Sovereign Ruler of the skies,
ever gracious, ever wise,
all my times are in your hand,
all events at your command.
2 He that formed me in the womb
guides my footsteps till the tomb;
all my times shall ever be
ordered by his wise decree.
3 Times of sickness, times of health,
times of poverty or wealth,
times of trial, times of grief,
times of triumph and relief;
4 Times the tempter's power is faced,
times a Saviour's love to taste—
all must come, and last, and end,
as shall please my heavenly friend.
5 Mortal dangers round me fly;
till he bids, I cannot die;
not a single arrow hits
till, in love, our God permits.
6 God all-gracious, wise and just,
in your hands my life I trust;
you at all times I will bless:
having you, I all possess. Topics: The Father His Providence Scripture: Psalm 31:15 Languages: English Tune Title: PROVIDENCE
Sovereign Ruler of the skies