Don't you love it when you admire something from afar, have the opportunity to draw close, and find that the object, person, or entity is well-deserving of your regard? Holding up under close scrutiny demonstrates integrity.
Occasionally I come across individuals, organizations, writings, etc. that command greater respect after revealing their intricacies and details. I experienced this two years ago as an intern for Samaritan's Purse and more recently as a new hire at Joni and Friends. Both organizations "practice what they preach" and have leadership who genuinely work out their faith in fear and trembling. Last weekend I had a closer glimpse of the International Justice Mission (IJM) and came away with a similarly gratifying experience. These people love the Lord tremendously and are thus motivated to champion victims of violent oppression. They are the real deal. As you can see from the list on the side bar, I make it a point to support these three organizations and am tremendously grateful that I have had a chance to personally interact with all of them. (For you intuitive types--yes, I hope to work for IJM at some point in my nonprofit career.)
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