God Moves in a Mysterious Way

God Moves in a Mysterious Way

31243, Hymns, God Moves in a Mysterious Way, no. 285

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 ye so much dread
Are big with mercy and shall break
In blessings on your head.

3. His purposes will ripen fast,
Unfolding ev'ry hour;
The bud may have a bitter taste,
But sweet will be the flower.

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

Text: William Cowper, 1731-1800

Music: William B. Bradbury, 1816-1868

Psalm 107:23-31

Romans 8:28