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The Boy and the Starfish

The Boy and the Starfish

Galatians 6:9 (NIV)

An old man walked along a beach after a storm. Thousands of starfish had washed ashore. In the distance, he saw a boy picking up starfish one by one and throwing them back into the ocean.

The man said, β€œThere are too many. You'll never make a difference.”

The boy picked up another starfish, tossed it into the waves, and replied, β€œMade a difference to that one.”

Moral: You may not be able to help everyone, but you can help someone. Small acts of kindness matter to God.

Bible Reference:

β€œAnd let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.” β€” Galatians 6:9