God is His Own Interpreter

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   "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.

   
   

   You fearful saints, fresh courage take.

   The clouds you 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."

   
   

   ~William Cowper