The Hymnal and Order of Service ‎#478

478. 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 flower.

6 Blind unbelief is sure to err,
And scan His works in vain;
God is His own interpreter,
And He will make it plain.

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: God moves in a mysterious way
• Title: God Moves in a Mysterious Way
• Author: William Cowper (1774)
• Meter: C. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1937
• Scripture:
  Psalm 18:10
• Topic: Way of Salvation: Sanctification; Faith and Trust

Tune Information

• Name: LONDON NEW
• Meter: C. M.
• Key: D Major
• Source: Playford's Psalter, 1671; Altered from the Scotch Psalter, 1635.