The Acappella Company - God Has Smiled On Me Lyrics
Lyrics
Chorus:
God has smiled on me
He has set me free
God has smiled on me
He's been good to me
Repeat Chorus
Amazing grace, how sweet the sound
That saved a wretch like me
I once was lost, but now I'm found
Was blind but now I see
When we've been there ten thousand years
Bright shining as the sun
We've no less days to sing God's praise
Than when we've first begun
Repeat Chorus (x2)
Video
God has smiled on me - The Acappella Company
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on March 15, 2011, The Acappella Company’s rendition of "God Has Smiled On Me" stands as a powerful testament to divine favor and enduring grace, presenting a timeless message with profound spiritual resonance. This a cappella arrangement strips away musical instrumentation to let the lyrical content shine, emphasizing a declaration of God's active involvement and goodness in the lives of believers. The core message, reiterated throughout the piece, is an unambiguous assertion of God's benevolent presence: "God has smiled on me, He has set me free, He's been good to me." This isn't merely a poetic sentiment; it’s a confident proclamation of experienced truth, acknowledging God's personal attention and providential care over His children.
The song’s narrative unfolds as a deeply personal testimony, yet it articulates a universal truth for those rooted in faith. To declare that "God has smiled on me" immediately evokes images of divine favor, akin to the priestly blessing in Numbers 6:25, "The Lord make his face shine upon you and be gracious to you." It speaks of a God who not only acknowledges but actively delights in His people, showering them with blessings and protection. This sense of divine pleasure extends beyond mere approval to an intimate engagement with human existence. Following this declaration, the assertion "He has set me free" points directly to the liberating power of salvation found in Christ. This freedom is not a superficial liberation but a profound spiritual emancipation from the bondage of sin, death, and condemnation, echoing truths like John 8:36, "So if the Son sets you free, you are free indeed," and Galatians 5:1, "It is for freedom that Christ has set us free." The culmination, "He's been good to me," serves as an overarching acknowledgment of God's steadfast mercy and endless provision, aligning with Psalm 107:1, "Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; for his steadfast love endures forever!" This goodness encompasses both spiritual transformation and the daily sustenance of life, underscoring God's constant, unfailing character.
The profound depth of this message is significantly enriched by the inclusion of excerpts from two foundational hymns, "Amazing Grace" and the concluding verse of "Amazing Grace." The lines "Amazing grace, how sweet the sound, That saved a wretch like me, I once was lost, but now I'm found, Was blind but now I see," provide the theological bedrock for the preceding declarations. It contextualizes *how* God has smiled upon us and *how* He has set us free: through the transformative power of His astounding grace. This segment directly references humanity's fallen state, acknowledging the universal need for redemption (Romans 3:23) and the miraculous spiritual awakening that occurs when God intervenes (Ephesians 2:4-5, 2 Corinthians 4:6). It’s a powerful reminder that our salvation is not earned but freely given, transforming us from spiritual blindness to clear sight, from being utterly lost to being securely found in God's embrace. The subsequent verse, "When we've been there ten thousand years, Bright shining as the sun, We've no less days to sing God's praise, Than when we've first begun," elevates the message to an eternal plane. This magnificent imagery speaks to the everlasting nature of God's goodness and our response of worship. It reminds us that the grace experienced today is not fleeting but extends into an unending future, where our praise for God’s saving work will continue with undiminished fervor. This perspective, drawing parallels with the eternal worship described in Revelation 4 and 7, solidifies the enduring impact of God's smile, freedom, and goodness across all of eternity. The Acappella Company’s faithful and clear vocal delivery ensures that every word of this profound scriptural journey resonates deeply, encouraging all who encounter it to reflect on the immeasurable grace that has truly caused God to smile upon them.