Marnie, a freckled redhead with bright, eager eyes, sits at her desk, her Bible open before her. She traces a verse with her finger, lips moving in silent prayer. The morning light catches her auburn hair, making it glow as she bows her head in devotion.
Marnie walks with her backpack slung over one shoulder, pausing to help a classmate who has dropped her books. "Here, let me help you," she says, kneeling to gather the scattered notebooks and pens. Her classmate smiles gratefully, and Marnie feels a quiet sense of joy, believing that even small acts of kindness bring her closer to Jesus.
Marnie sits with her family, listening intently as the pastor speaks about loving others and living a life of goodness. "I want to do everything I can to be good, so I can meet Jesus one day," she whispers to her mother, who squeezes her hand reassuringly. The sermon stirs something deep in Marnie’s heart—a longing to live out her faith every day.
Marnie notices the scene and feels a pang of worry. She approaches the group, her voice steady but gentle. "Hey, everyone deserves to be treated kindly," she says, stepping between the new student and the others. Her courage surprises even herself, and the group disperses, leaving Marnie and the new student alone. "Thank you," the new student says quietly, and Marnie smiles, knowing she did the right thing.
Marnie helps her mother clear the table, humming softly to herself. As she washes the last plate, she reflects on her day and the choices she made. "Jesus, I hope you saw me today," she whispers, gazing out the window at the first star appearing in the sky.
Marnie[/@ch_1] kneels beside her bed. The little wooden cross above her glimmers in the moonlight, a gentle reminder of her faith.]
Marnie clasps her hands tightly and closes her eyes. "Thank you, Jesus, for loving me. Help me to be good every day and to make you proud. I want to meet you one day and tell you how much I love you," she prays earnestly. Peace fills her heart as she crawls into bed, hopeful for tomorrow and the chance to grow even closer to Jesus.
