Verse 1
God moves in a mysterious way His wonders to perform; He plants his footsteps in the sea. And rides upon the storm.
Verse 2
Deep in unfathomable mines Of never-failing skill, He treasures up his bright designs, And works his sovereign will.
Verse 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.
Verse 4
Judge not the Lord by feeble sense, But trust him for his grace: Behind a frowning providence He hides a smiling face.
Verse 5
His purposes will ripen fast, Unfolding every hour; The bud may have a bitter taste, But sweet will be the flower.
Verse 6
Blind unbelief is sure to err, And scan his work in vain; God is his own interpreter, And he will make it plain.
Public Domain Information
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- Public Domain
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- October 3, 2026
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- Olney Hymns (Public Domain Archive)
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- Public Domain Published in Olney Hymns (1840). Text author: William Cowper (1731-1800). Transcription: https://en.wikisource.org/w/index.php?title=Olney+Hymns+%281840%29%2FBook+3%2FHymn+15&oldid=16009889
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