Revival Praises ‎#16

16. The Lord Knows Why

1 I may not know the reason why
Dark clouds so often veil the sky,
But tho' my sea be smooth or rough
The Lord knows why, and that's enough.

Chorus:
Oh, yes, He knows, the Lord knows why!
These things are ordered on high;
And tho' dark clouds may hide the sun,
The Lord knows why--His will be done.

2 I may not know why I am led,
So often in the paths I dread,
But, trusting Him I'll press my way;
The Lord knows why--I will obey. [Chorus]

3 I may not know why death should come
To take the dear ones from my home,
But, tho' mine eyes with tears be dim,
The Lord know why--I'll trust in Him. [Chorus]

4 So, tho' I may not understand
The leadings of my Father's hand,
I know to all He has the key,--
He understands each mystery. [Chorus]

Text Information

• First Line: I may not know the reason why
• Title: The Lord Knows Why
• Author: Rev. J. Oatman, Jr.
• Refrain First Line: O, yes, He knows, the Lord knows why!
• Publication Date: 1907

Tune Information

• Name: [I may not know the reason why]
• Composer: Chas. H. Gabriel
• Key: G Major