So how does our vision translate into a radically changed life?

Six-year-old Kim had been brutally abused, her bowels nearly destroyed. She was one of untold numbers of children victimized by the Southeast Asian “sex industry”. We met her lying on the dirt floor of a local orphanage, waiting to die. Without urgent treatment, the life of this precious little girl would end in pain and despair.

This was the grim reality World Opportunities witnessed on our first visit. It cemented our commitment to provide relief and bring real hope to hurting, heartbroken children in Southeast Asia and elsewhere around the globe. Through the generosity of our donors, we have already sent a shipment of antibiotics, toys, clothing, and hygiene supplies to the needy, exploited children at Kim’s orphanage and elsewhere in Thailand and Cambodia.

By God’s grace, we were able to save Kim’s life. She has since undergone successful reconstructive surgery, and is now receiving better quality care. Today her life holds the promise of a real future, and for that we are truly grateful.

Unfortunately, little Kim is not the exception to the rule. Thousands upon thousands of young children suffer from this same horrible plight every day. They live a life of abuse, neglect, and isolation.

For over four decades we have labored in love to meet the needs of little girls and boys just like Kim. And yet, if the overwhelming need were our only motivation, burnout and discouragement would plague us constantly, leaving us empty and weary. No, there is another, more persuasive motivation for our enthusiasm.

It is Jesus’ answer to the most important question ever posed by mankind, “What is the greatest commandment?” Christ responded by saying, “You should love one another, just as I have loved you” (John 15:12). Our mandate is the compelling truth of Jesus’ unending, unconditional love for us.

As we reflect on His scriptural command to serve the poor in His name and share the gospel for His glory, we cannot help but find the strength and power we need to serve the “least of these” with great expectation, gratitude, and excitement.

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