Pamela’s Prayer
By Dave Christiano Films - 57 Minutes
Her mother died the day she was born. Her father raised her with very high moral standards. He taught her a certain perspective about purity and marriage. All of her friends were dating. Pamela was not. It was hard. It seemed unfair. She didn’t understand…
…until the day she got married.
“Pamela’s Prayer” is the story of a prayerful father, a listening daughter, and the sovereignty of God.
It is faith realized…and purity lifted high.
A Review of “Pamela’s Prayer”
by Paul S. Taylor, Christian Spotlight on the Movies
Christian Rating: 5 (highest) – Moviemaking Quality: 4-star — Primary Audience: Pre-teen to Adult
Dating and purity are topics of intense interest to teens, young adults, and parents. This video uses a touching dramatic story to get audiences thinking about why God’s way is best. “Pamela’s Prayer” is a story of faith lived, and purity lifted high.
“Pamela’s Prayer” was produced as a very personal project of Christian filmmaker Dave Christiano. It is the story of a widowed Christian father and his Christian daughter Pamela. Under Godly conviction, the father lovingly raises his daughter following Biblical principles-preparing her for marriage and a Godly life.
Each and every night he intercedes in prayer for her. We watch as Pamela grows from infancy into a 16-year-old and then a beautiful, marriageable woman. During the teen years, her girlfriend has gone out with anyone she wants. But Pamela and her father are following a non-dating path. As a teenager, Pamela sometimes rebels at her father’s guidance-using the usual teen arguments-even sneaking out once. This heart-warming story shows the truth of the pain that can be avoided by following a straighter path than the world. In the end, she is overjoyed with the fruit of purity and develops even higher love and respect for her father and his kind, prayerful guidance.
This timely movie does not attempt to discuss all of the issues related to purity, dating or courting. Nor does it specifically mention the courtship-like approach that is increasingly popular among Christians today. What is does accomplish is a skillful weaving of Biblical principles, righteous living, and love of family that produces a story that touches the heart and soul. This movie’s approach is soft and respectful, rather than fast-paced and flashy. Never pushy or judgmental, the message is presented with kindness and love.
Discussions should flow easily after viewing this video. Many will find this movie to be a useful tool for promoting Godly living among Christian young people. There is certainly a great need for it. I especially recommend “Pamela’s Prayer” for viewing by pre-teens and young teens not yet involved in dating.
Viewers’ Comments
“‘Pamela’s Prayer’ really touched my heart (especially now that I have a daughter of my own). My eyes even got misty during many scenes. The example of this widowed father challenged me to begin praying nightly for my own daughter. Though I certainly did not grow up in my teen years with the knowledge that there was any alternative to dating (everyone was doing it), this story makes me realize there IS an alternative, and…raises some thought-provoking topics.” -An Arizona Viewer
“We just wanted to let you know how moved we were while viewing your movie ‘Pamela’s Prayer’ at its recent premiere. Its powerful lesson was presented in a touching and poignant manner that tugged at the strings of our hearts, particularly as parents. There were few dry eyes left near the end of the movie.” -An Arkansas Viewer
“…about a year ago I had made a commitment to God that I would not kiss again until I got married. At age 17, people think that is insane. I knew it wasn’t. But about the time I needed the most encouragement with my commitment, I went and saw Pamela’s Prayer with our church youth group. I can’t express my gratitude for ya’ll’s faithfulness but I have thanked God many times for giving me something I can take to college with me as an encouragement.” -An Arkansas Viewer
Gretchen’s Rave Review
by Gretchen Glaser, Editor of the YLCF Journal
I was scrolling through a list of movies with a Christian rating of five stars, and I saw a movie called “Pamela’s Prayer” listed… After reading the review, I knew we had to get it. A video about a girl who didn’t date! Amazing!!
Just a few days after we received “Pamela’s Prayer” in the mail, my mom and I watched it together late one Saturday night. Both of us were crying when the movie was over. What a poignant, touching, heart-warming video! We stayed up late that night, talking about the video’s timely message, and of all the different people we wanted to share it with.
Within the next 24 hours, I watched “Pamela’s Prayer” three more times—with my brother; with my whole family; and with a girls’ Bible Study I attend.
“Pamela’s Prayer” is one of those videos that you want to watch again and again, so that the message can ingrain itself into your heart and mind. This video is a “MUST-SEE” for all Christian teens and parents, especially dads!
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