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Teens · Ages 14–16

Bear book

by Gloria Bowen

Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2014

This is a Christian fiction novel about a young woman named Sarah who finds strength and purpose through her faith.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

75/ 100

Shining

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic elements and kissing are present.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or suspenseful.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or supernatural elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is explicitly Christian, centered on God's plan.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are portrayed positively and as role models.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Sarah finds courage through her reliance on God.

Faith & Hope90

Christian faith, prayer, and Scripture are central to the plot.

Love & Friendship60

The story emphasizes God's love and the protagonist's love for others.

Forgiveness & Redemption80

Themes of grace, forgiveness, and redemption are prominent.

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