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GOD MOVES IN A MYSTERIOUS WAY By William Cowper
“You do not realize now what I am doing, but later you will understand.†John 13:7
God moves in a mysterious way
His wonders to perform;
He plants His footsteps in the sea
And rides upon the storm.
Deep in unfathomable mines
Of never failing skill
He treasures up His bright designs
And works His sovereign will.
Ye fearful saints, fresh courage take;
The clouds ye so much dread
Are big with mercy and shall break
In blessings on your head.
Judge not the Lord by feeble sense,
But trust Him for His grace;
Behind a frowning providence
He hides a smiling face.
His purposes will ripen fast,
Unfolding every hour;
The bud may have a bitter taste,
But sweet will be the flower.
Blind unbelief is sure to err
And scan His work in vain;
God is His own interpreter,
And He will make it plain.
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What can I say, but a resounding "Amen!"
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Posted by: Aspiring Theologian | April 24, 2006 08:17 PM
I once heard Sinclair Ferguson say this at a conference.
I'm going to give make a copy for the women in my Sunday School class.
I'm teaching the book of Romans...talk about taking a bath in GRACE.
Thanks for the post
Posted by: Susie | April 25, 2006 07:06 PM
What a wondrous reminder of God's amazing love, power, and grace!
Every word in this song is beautiful, but I especially like this one:
"His purposes will ripen fast,
Unfolding every hour;
The bud may have a bitter taste,
But sweet will be the flower."
That has proven true to me over and over again! I've seen the Lord's provision, power, and peace even in the midst of the storms. Yes, God truly does work in mysterious ways His wonders to perform!!!
Posted by: Linda | April 25, 2006 09:15 PM