Trinity Psalter Hymnal ‎#256

256. 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 ev'ry 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: C.M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2018
• Scripture:
  Job 26:8-14
  ;
  Job 42:1-3
  ;
  Psalm 77:19
  ;
  Isaiah 42:16
  ;
  John 13:7
  ;
  Romans 8:38-39
  ;
  Romans 11:33-36
• Topic: God: Sovereignty of; Mystery of God's Ways; Providence; Trust and Assurance

Tune Information

• Name: DUNDEE
• Meter: C.M.
• Key: D Major
• Source: Scottish Psalter, 1615