Likely they are not. My main concern is the teaching of Pacifism that has been a part of SDA since its founding in 1863. Until the draft and Vietnam, SDA’s served in noncombatant roles in the military. I don’t see Pacifism and the role of Commander in Chief as being compatible at all, but it does explain why Carson said his first approach to defeating ISIS would be through economic measures.
Interesting history. Thanks! I don’t like pacifism either.
A lot of grunts and leathernecks owe their lives to unarmed SDA combat medics.