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Romans 13:3,4 For rulers are not a terror to good works, but to the evil. Wilt thou then not be afraid of the power? do that which is good, and thou shalt have praise of the same:

For he (a ruler or government) is the minister of God to thee for good. But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is the minister of God, a revenger to [execute] wrath upon him that doeth evil.

Looks pretty clear to me that the Apostle Paul, who was clearly led by God, believed that rulers/governments had a duty to punish evil and protect good.

Now, I don't personally believe that every Christian is led by God to join the Military, but being willing to be a part of the "sword" of government to punish the "evil doers" is being a "minister of God."

Sincerely