HOW WIDE CAN YOUR SMILE BE?
How low can your belly go?
How high can your arms stretch?
Nowhere near as deep or wide or high, high, high
As God’s love is amazing
God’s love is amazing
There’s no escaping His amazing
All embracing love, love, love
Let’s shout, shout, shout to Jesus
Shout, shout, shout to Jesus
Come on ev’rybody in the house let’s hear you
Don’t be lazy
Don’t say maybe
Ev’rybody goin’ crazy
Come on ev’rybody let’s hear you make some noise
How wide can your ears go?
How long can your nose grow?
How high can your leg stretch?
Nowhere near as deep or wide or high, high, high
Dance high, dance high, dance high, dance high
Dance wide, dance wide, dance wide, dance wide,
Dance low, dance low, dance low, dance low.
Deep, wide, high, wide
Deep, wide, high, wide
Wide, high, deep, high
Deep, wide, high, wide
Come on ev’rybody let’s hear you make some noise
Doug Horley
Song Meaning
“How Wide Can Your Smile Be” centres on God’s love surpassing every human measure of depth, width, and height. Its repeated language turns doctrine into prayer and gives worshippers words for a faithful response to God.
Biblical Message
The song closely reflects Ephesians 3:18–19. These passages illuminate its central images and anchor its message in Scripture: God acts in grace, his people respond in faith, and hope rests in what he has promised.
Reflection
Use this song to pause, name the truth it declares, and consider the response it invites. It is especially fitting for children’s church, family worship, or teaching about God’s love. Let its central confession become a personal prayer and a shared encouragement to the church.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is “How Wide Can Your Smile Be” about?
It is about God’s love surpassing every human measure of depth, width, and height.
Which Bible passages connect with this song?
Ephesians 3:18–19 provide especially clear connections to its message.
How can this song be used in worship?
It can support children’s church, family worship, or teaching about God’s love, followed by Scripture reading, prayer, or quiet reflection.