Hymns, #675

Comfort in Trials - By the Lord's Plan

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Lyrics:William Cowper
Music:William Jones
Meter:8.6.8.6.

This hymn has a unique tune.

 
 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 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 purpose 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.

 
Hymn #675