02 — MAKE ROOM AT SUPPER Voice: Jesus, imagined through neighbor-love [Style: Porch gospel and soul folk; tender lead, mixed choir, acoustic guitar, organ, restrained trumpet. 74 BPM, C major.] [Verse 1] You passed him by the pharmacy, His coat against the rain. You knew the price of everything; You never asked his name. At home you set the table, Said a blessing over bread. Outside, beneath your window, Someone tried to make a bed. [Chorus] Make room at supper, Put another plate down. Love can cross the distance From your doorway to this town. When the world asks who is worthy, Let your open hands begin. Make room at supper. Let the hungry neighbor in. [Verse 2] A child is not a headline, A stranger’s not a score. You cannot heal a wounded heart By winning one thing more. If your mercy has a border, Walk there, see who waits. You may find the face you prayed for On the other side of gates. [Bridge] There are days you need the supper, Days you have the bread. Let somebody love you, too; You don’t have to earn your bed. [Final chorus — repeat; choir enters] [Outro] Leave the porch light burning. Somebody’s coming home.
