Light Shining out of Darkness
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The life of William Cowper (1731 - 1800) was defined by extended periods of depression and spiritual agony. The son of a Reverend, Cowper was
. . . MORE »By William Cowper
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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.
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Deep in unfathomable mines
Of never-failing skill,
He treasures up his bright designs,
And works his sov'reign will.
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Ye fearful saints, fresh courage take,
The clouds ye so much dread
Are big with mercy, and shall break
In blessings on your head.
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Judge not the Lord by feeble sense,
But trust him for his grace;
Behind a frowning providence
He hides a smiling face.
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His purposes will ripen fast,
Unfolding ev'ry hour;
The bud may have a bitter taste,
But sweet will be the flow'r.
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Blind unbelief is sure to err,
And scan his work in vain;
God is his own interpreter,
And he will make it plain.