159. 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 sov’reign 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 flow’r.

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 (1774)
Meter: 8.6.8.6
Scripture:
Source: Timeless Truths (http://library.timelesstruths.org/music/God_Moves_in_a_Mysterious_Way)
Tune Information
Name: DUNDEE
Composer: Unknown (1615)
Meter: 8.6.8.6
Key: E♭ Major
Source: Timeless Truths (http://library.timelesstruths.org/music/God_Moves_in_a_Mysterious_Way)



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