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 purposes 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.

Food For Thought:

1. How does God move, and for what purpose, according to the first verse?
2. What two powerful actions of God are described in relation to the sea and the storm in verse 1?
3. Where does God “treasure up His bright designs” in verse 2?
4. What quality is attributed to God’s skill in verse 2?
5. What encouragement is given to “fearful saints” in verse 3?
6. How are the “clouds ye so much dread” described in verse 3, and what will they bring?
7. What warning is given in verse 4 regarding how one should not judge the Lord?
8. What should one trust God for, according to verse 4?
9. What is hidden “behind a frowning providence”?
10. How quickly do God’s purposes ripen, according to verse 5?
11. What contrast is made about the “bud” and the “flower” in verse 5?
12. What two negative consequences are associated with “blind unbelief” in verse 6?
13. Who is God’s “own interpreter” in verse 6?
14. What promise is made about God’s work in the final line of the hymn?
15. What is the overarching message of comfort and trust in God’s sovereignty conveyed by this hymn?
16. How can we trust God’s plan when we don’t understand His ways?
17. What role does faith play in navigating life’s uncertainties?
18. How do we distinguish between God’s sovereignty and human free will?
19. What are some ways to find courage in the midst of uncertainty?
20. How can we overcome fear and doubt in our lives?
21. What biblical examples illustrate God’s merciful intervention in human affairs?
22. How can we make sense of life’s challenges and difficulties?
23. What lessons can we learn from the hymn “God moves in a mysterious way?
24. How does God’s Word guide us through life’s storms and struggles?
25. Why is it essential to trust God’s goodness despite life’s uncertainties?
26. How can we cultivate a deeper trust in God’s sovereignty?
27. What are some ways to experience God’s mercy and blessings?
28. How do we understand God’s timing and purpose in our lives?
29. What biblical promises assure us of God’s good plans for our lives?
30. How can we patiently wait for God’s purposes to unfold in our lives?

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