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Gerard,

Thanks for your comments.  

I think a huge challenge around this issue is that it used to be "blatantly plain" to me (and it still is to many others) that Christians serving in wars is okay because that has been the status quo for so long. The long history of Christians participating in wars sadly often overshadows our call to non-violence and the ways of peace. Taking the time to point that out can be very difficult and can cost you.

-Kevin