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117. 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
• Title: God moves in a Mysterious Way
• Author: William Cowper
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2015
• Scripture:
  Nahum 1:3
• Topic: The Godhead: Creation and Providence

Tune Information

• Name: IRISH
• Meter: C.M.
• Incipit: 11512 34323 53451
• Key: E Major
• Source: Hymns and Sacred Poems Dublin, 1749