An 8-year-old boy who never had a birthday party broke down in tears when his classmates and teacher surprised him with his first celebration at a school in Ebéjico, Colombia.
We often take our daily blessings for granted – the food on our table, the clothes in our closet, the roof over our head, and even simple celebrations like birthdays.
While we complain about minor inconveniences, millions around the world struggle without basic necessities. This story of a little boy reminds us to have grateful hearts for even the smallest blessings God has given us.
Young Ángel David had never blown out birthday candles or heard the birthday song sung just for him. His mother worked hard to provide for him and his three siblings, but throwing birthday parties wasn’t something their family could afford. Each year, his birthday would pass like any other day.
This year, something beautiful happened when Ángel’s teacher, Casas Ximeno, found out his eighth birthday was coming up. She talked with a friend, and together they came up with a plan to give Ángel a birthday he would never forget. His classmates jumped at the chance to help make this special day happen for their friend.
Someone captured the moment on video, and it shows exactly how much this meant to Ángel. He walked up to his classroom door and stopped, looking puzzled at first. His classmates had started celebrating, but he didn’t know they were celebrating him.
When he realized this party was all for him, his emotions took over. Tears started rolling down his cheeks as he stood there, trying to hide his face behind his hands.
What his classmates did next shows the true spirit of friendship and love. They didn’t just stand there singing – they ran to him. The whole class surrounded him with hugs, turning a moment of overwhelming emotion into one of comfort and joy.
Let us be thankful for all the blessings that God has given us, from the smallest joys to the biggest gifts. We too can make a difference in someone’s life through simple acts of kindness.
Just as Ángel’s teacher and classmates brightened his day, we can be God’s instruments of love and joy to those around us.
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