This is one of the great universal truths known by many who have served in the military. I believe it is known by all who have served in Special Ops, Special Forces, or Special Warfare Units.  These are men that truely know the meaning of "Loving Their Fellow Man".  Each and every one is willing, without hesitation, to stand up and take a bullet for the man next to him.  In those instances, there is no prejudice or hatred because of race, color, creed, or place of birth.  They are "thy neighbor", and they are your comrades.

But, even in these close, small units, there have been heard, repeated grumblings when it comes to the prayers and religious services provided by many of the well meaning individuals who serve as our Military Chaplains.  Though they are good, religious men, and most try to exhibit some sense of diversity in their duties to serve all within their sphere of responsibility, many fall short because they are human, strongly tied to their religious dogmas and convictions, and are bound to teach only their chosen religious beliefs (without listening to the beliefs of those that they are supposed to be serving).

Christians are charged with spreading the message of Jesus Christ and of His love.  It is our duty as Christians.  However, we must also remember that intolerance towards other peoples religions and beliefs has been the primary cause of almost every war throughout recorded human history!

The military services are no place for intolerance of others religious or philosophical beliefs!  In the United States, we are there because we believe in our duty to God and Country.  We believe that everyone has the right to choose their own religion and beliefs, and to serve God as they see fit.  One of our main reasons for being in the military, is to defend that right.  In fact it's "Number 1!"  The very first thing that we swear in our military oath, is to "uphold and defend the Constitution Of The United States, against all aggressors, both foreign and domestic".  So do all others that must "take an oath" in public service: Police Officers, Judges, those in Elected Political Office, etc. We should all strive to remember that, and never forget it!

I sincerely have no wish to offend anyone.  However, I have caught myself becoming increasingly intolerant of those that are extremely bigoted and closed-minded.  I have seen them seething with hatred and bigotry because they believe that they have an exclusive lock on "all the truth in heaven and on earth" and that anyone that dares to think differently than they, is surely bound forever to burn in the fires of hell.  I truely feel sorry for these individuals. They also tend to call any who are different from themselves a member of some cult.  What they fail to see is that they themselves, are locking out everyone else, and that they are the ones that are indeed, becoming the cult!

This site is intended for everyone.  If anything here offends you, please let me know.  The intention here is to provide something that can be shared by all.  We each, have our own individual philosophies and religious preferences, for we are all human beings, and each must find his own path.  We are bound to each other as brothers and sisters of the human race, and as children of God.  As the Yogi Ramacharaka, one of the great Eastern teachers of philosophy once stated, "We are all sparks of the Divine Flame".