I am currently reading the book, "Crazy Love" by a Pastor named Francis Chan.  On page 48 he shares a very inspiring essay by a young girl named Brooke Broncowski, written when she was about 12 years old. The title of the essay is, "Since I have my life before me". This is what she wrote:

"I'll live my life to the fullest. I'll be happy. I'll brighten up. I will be more joyful than I have ever been. I will be kind to others. I will loosen up. I will tell others about Christ. I will go on adventures and change the world. I will be bold and not change who I really am. I will have no troubles but instead help others with their troubles. 

You see, I'll be one of those people who live to be history makers at a young age. Oh, I'll have moments, good and bad, but I will wipe away the bad and only remember the good. In fact that's all I remember, just good moments, nothing in between, just living my life to the fullest. I'll be one of those people who go somewhere with a mission, an awesome plan, a world changing plan, and nothing will hold me back. I'll set an example for others, I will pray for direction. 

I have my life before me. I will give others the joy I have and God will give me more joy. I will do everything God tells me to do. I will follow the footsteps of God. I will do my best!!!"

The book goes on to say that, "During her freshman year in high school, Brooke was in a car accident while driving to the movies. Her life on earth ended when she was just fourteen, but her impact didn't." 

God is still using her essay to touch peoples lives today. <3 This essay really encouraged me and challenged me. What a great word and from such a young girl!

What do you want to do for God with the time you have left on this earth? It's not too late. Come up with a plan and write your vision down like Brooke. Every day counts and every day is precious. <3