Light Shining out of Darkness

Light Shining out of Darkness

By William Cowper

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 sov'reign 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 purposes will ripen fast,

      Unfolding ev'ry hour;

The bud may have a bitter taste,

      But sweet will be the flow'r.

6

Blind unbelief is sure to err,

      And scan his work in vain;

God is his own interpreter,
  And he will make it plain.