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Teens · Ages 13–15

Jessica's first prayer

by Hesba Stretton

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1868

A young orphan girl named Jessica learns about faith and prayer through hardship.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

53/ 100

Rich

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Some hardship and difficult circumstances are described.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is featured.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story promotes Christian faith and values.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Jessica shows quiet resilience in difficult times.

Faith & Hope80

Jessica's reliance on prayer and faith is central.

Love & Friendship30

Kindness and care are shown by some characters.

Forgiveness & Redemption50

The story emphasizes trusting God and finding comfort.

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