← God moves in a mysterious way Hymns and Tunes (1888) · No. 74

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 sovereign will.

3

Ye fearful saints, fresh courage take;
The clouds ye so much dread,
Are big with mercy, and shall break
In blessings o'er 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

Blind unbelief is sure to err,
And scan his work in vain;
God is his own interpreter,
And he will make it plain.