The Lies MKs Believe: #2 Holy Hypocrisy

Submitted by Michèle Phoenix

Hypocrisy is a topic we don't like to address in the missionary community, mostly because of the unspoken lie that a little bit of deception can be good for ministry. Deception by omission, mind you. The harmless, distant cousin of outright hypocrisy. Where does "putting your best foot forward" end and "misrepresenting yourself" begin? Where does "being charismatic" end and "being manipulative" begin? The line is blurred in this world where personal relationships could yield essential financial support. MKs (Missionaries' Kids) observe the adults engaged in this uncomfortable relational dance and absorb the sinister truth that a little hypocrisy can't hurt . . . and might help.

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