Lutheran Book of Worship ‎#483

483. 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 Judge not the Lord by feeble sense,
But trust him for his grace;
Behind a frowning providence
Faith sees a smiling face.

3 Blind unbelief is sure to err
And scan his work in vain;
God is his own interpreter,
And he will make it plain.

4 You fearful saints, fresh courage take;
The clouds ye so much dread
Are big with mercy and shall break
In blessing on your head.

Text Information

• First Line: God moves in a mysterious way
• Title: God Moves in a Mysterious Way
• Author: William Cowper, 1731-1800 (alt.)
• Meter: C M
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1978
• Topic: Pentecost 7 (Year B); Comfort and Rest; Faith; Trust, Guidance

Tune Information

• Name: BANGOR
• Meter: C M
• Key: E♭ Major
• Source: Tans'ur, Compleat Melody, 1734