One little hour for watching with the Master, Eternal years to walk with Him in white ; One little hour to bravely meet disaster, Eternal years to reign with Him in light. Then, souls, be brave, and watch until the morrow !
Awake ! arise ! your lamps of purpose trim ; Your Saviour speaks across the night of sorrow ; Can ye not watch one little hour with Him ?
2. One little hour to suffer scorn and losses, Eternal years beyond earth's cruel frowns ; One little hour to carry heavy crosses, Eternal years to wear unfading crowns.
3. One little hour for weary toils and trials, Eternal years for calm and peaceful rest; One little hour for patient self-denials, Eternal years of life where life is blest.