The promise
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1998
A young boy named Danny struggles with his faith and family after his father's death, finding solace in a mysterious old man.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Rich
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Rich
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance abuse is depicted in the narrative.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story is not scary or suspenseful.
No occult or magical elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The book explores Christian faith and its challenges.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceDanny shows some courage in facing his grief.
The book centers on Danny's struggle with Christian faith.
Family relationships and community support are important.
Themes of finding peace and understanding are present.
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