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To: Red6
The Army does not want a chaplain that preaches Christianity or any other religion for that matter. The Army seeks chaplains that motivate troops, give them a moral basis for why they should give it their all, why they should feel bad etc. The Army wants the chaplain to have a “systems sense” and to re-prioritize their their agenda to serve the military, not God.

This Administration and probably some of the Generals in charge may see things like that...but I know MANY Chaplains who are dedicated, uncompromising, biblical Christians.

It's a very difficult situation to be in...a minister of God...under orders of humans, not necessarily on your side.

Chaplains really need our prayers to be uncompromising, especially under this godless presidency.

10 posted on 02/04/2012 12:09:53 PM PST by AnalogReigns (because REALITY is never digital...)
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To: AnalogReigns
Good point,

Just because the system sees and wants to use them a certain way does not make everyone agree or play ball. I did see this too (in fact a good friend of mine), albeit it was the exception.

Poor preachers are like sand on the beach, the financial incentives/security the DoD offers combined with the indoctrination through various classes/courses will make many toe the party line. The Army wants a spiritual guide that uses the “G” word to affirm the commands decisions, to enforce what they define as ethical (not to be confused with moral that comes from some divine being) and that's just about it. Wherever the word of God stands in conflict with the official military position, you the chaplain are to toe the line and best not discuss the issue. Silence is the best method, simply talk about other things. Most chaplains do play along. That's at least what I saw.

16 posted on 02/04/2012 5:08:51 PM PST by Red6
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