1 God moves in a mysterious way
his wonders to perform;
he plants his footsteps in the sea
and rides upon the storm.
2 Ye fearful saints, fresh courage take;
the clouds you so much dread
are big with mercy, and shall break
in blessings on your head.
3 His purposes will ripen fast,
unfolding every hour;
the bud may have a bitter taste,
but sweet will be the flower.
4 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 | |
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| First Line: | God moves in a mysterious way |
| Title: | God Moves in a Mysterious Way |
| Author: | William Cowper, 1731-1800 |
| Publication Date: | 2001 |
| Meter: | C.M. |
| Scripture: | Jeremiah 32:19; Colossians 1:26; Isaiah 46:10; Philippians 1:6; Proverbs 19:21; Romans 11:33-36; Psalm 77:19; Mark 10:16; Job 42:1-3 |
| Language: | English |
| Copyright: | Public Domain |
| Tune Information | |
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| Name: | DUNDEE |
| Harmonizer: | Thomas Ravenscroft, 1592-1635 |
| Meter: | C.M. |
| Key: | E♭ Major |
| Source: | Scottish Psalter, 1615 |
| Copyright: | Public Domain |