Laudes Domini ‎#172

172. Providence

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 sovereign will.

3 Ye fearful saints, fresh courage take!
The clouds ye so much dread,
Are big with mercy, and will 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 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: Providence
• Author: William Cowper
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1888
• Scripture:
  Genesis 18:25
  ;
  Esther 6:1
  ;
  John 13:7
  ;
  1 Corinthians 13:12
• Topic: Dependence: On Providence; God: The Father
• Notes: Public Domain.

Tune Information

• Name: LONDON NEW
• Composer: J. Playford
• Meter: C. M.
• Key: E♭ Major
• Notes: Public Domain.