Author: William Cowper (1731-1800) Hymnal: Ancient and Modern #647 (2013) Meter: 8.6.8.6 Lyrics: 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. Topics: Creation and the Environment; Courage; God in grace and mercy; God in mystery; God Will of; Proper 16 Year A; Proper 8 Year C; The Second Sunday before Lent Year C; The Sixth Sunday of Easter Year A; Trust and Confidence Scripture: Psalm 77:11-20 Languages: English Tune Title: LONDON NEW
God moves in a mysterious way