Poem by William Cowper.

Light Shining Out of Darkeness.

"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.

Judge not the Lord by feeble sense,

But trust him for his grace;

Behind a frowning providence,

He hides a smiling face.

His purpose will ripen fast,

Unfolding ev'ry hour;

The bud may have a bitter taste,

But sweet will be the flow'r.

Blind unbelief is sure to err, 

And scan his work in vain;

God is his own interpreter,

And he will make it plain."