If I had been in Bethlehem the night of Jesus' birth And heard afar the angels' joyful song of peace on earth If I had seen the shepherds come to seek the baby fair I think I would have followed them, and knelt beside them there If I had lived in eastern lands and watched with eager eyes If I had seen His star appear and blaze among the skies If I had seen the wise men go to seek the newborn King I think I would have followed them, my finest gifts to bring I did not live in Bethlehem that Christmas night of old Or travel with the wise men there, to bring Him gifts of gold But I can give a greater gift than any earthly gem For all my heart and all my love will be my gift to Him.