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.
That is an unfortunate reality and the chaplaincy is doing exactly that. Where else can you get a job as a preacher and make the pay of an O3 or O4, even O5 and not have to worry about what is in the collection this week?
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.