JOEL - One of our Articles of Faith(#12) says the
following:
"We believe in being subject to kings, presidents,
rulers, and magistrates, in obeying, honoring, and
sustaining the law."
Gennerally speaking we renounce war and proclaim
peace(D&C 98:16). We are followers of our Redeemer,
the Lord Jesus Christ, who was the Prince of Peace.
But if we are called upon to defend our country then
we support that call and serve our country the best we
can in whatever branch of the military we are in;
regardless of whether we are drafted or sign up
voluntarily.
Our scriptures tell us that there are times and
circumstances when nations are justified, in fact have
an obligation, to fight for family, for liberty, and
against tyranny, threat, and oppression(Alma 46).
Those in the Church who serve in the military are
treated by other Church members with respect and
gratitude for their choice to serve their country in
this way.
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