The New English Hymnal ‎#365

365. 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 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: CM
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1986

Tune Information

• Name: LONDON NEW
• Meter: CM
• Key: D Major
• Source: Scottish Psalter, 1635; Adapted in Playford's Psalmes, 1671