I don't see anything in the Bible about God honouring Navy SEALs. I DO see Him honouring pastors who discharge their office faithfully. So a guy lays down his life for his countrymen and his teammates. That's all well and good, but doesn't mean much in light of eternity. People don't go to heaven, just 'cause a Navy SEAL pops Osama bin Laden.
Sorry, but service in the US military doesn't make one right with God, give them special merit before Him, or anything else along those lines.
You have every right to your sanctimonious position regarding the military. I will agree to disagree. I don’t have a single minister in my entire pedigree. I have lots of warriors in the family. I salute each and every one of them because THEY gave you the right to your opinion.
Can you tell me exactly where in Holy Scripture it says a “pastor” regardless of his character is “eternally” God-honored over any of his children. Sounds like you sort of make it up as it suits. Just sayin’.