How right it is to celebrate That day by Galilee When Sons of Thunder left their nets At Christ's 'Come, follow me!' But it takes time, and grace, to turn A sinner into saint; To teach self-seekers how to serve, Hot tempers love's restraint. Though James was privileged to see Christ's glory on the Mount, And all the mighty things he did, He knew not what they meant. It takes a cross and Easter Day For faith to be full-grown: And James will be among the first To wear a martyr's crown. It matters not we call him Great, Another James the Less; Sufficient if we serve the Lord With quiet faithfulness! To God alone, whom every saint Most joyfully obeys, To Father, Son and Holy Ghost Be everlasting praise!