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about
In 1991 my husband, our two year old son and I went to Bangladesh to serve with MCC (Mennonite Central Committee.) I had been to Asia before, but never had I experienced poverty like I did in Bangladesh. There were so many beggars, a good portion of them children. What surprised me was the joy they often expressed despite their poor conditions. It touched my heart in a way that is difficult to express.
lyrics
1. Beggar child you stand upon my street,'
Holding out your hand, "Give me something to eat!"
And if I talk with you awhile, then you smile.
How can you smile?
Chorus: For I am a beggar too.
Oh Lord, can I beg from you,
Compassion for this beggar child I see,
And forgiveness for me.
2. Beggar child I see you in my mind.
Calling out to me, "I am poor. I am blind!"
And if I listen to your plea,
Will I see? What will I see?
Out of the dirt, out of your poverty,
So freely giving of your joy of life to me.
3. Beggar child you reach into my heart,
Calling out to me, "Come and make a new start!"
And surely as I learn to walk with you,
I will find, the Lord Jesus too.
credits
from Fallow Ground,
released September 13, 2018
Music and lyrics: Valerie Wiebe
Vocals: Valerie Wiebe
Guitar: Valerie Wiebe; Kimbal Siebert
Tabla: Nadeem Naz
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