Faith, Conscience, and Duty | How a Green Beret Defied Orders to Follow His Moral Compass

John Frankman, a former Special Forces Green Beret captain, joins host Zahra Sethna in this episode of the Collapse Life podcast where he opens up about his decision to leave the military after eight years of service. His decision was driven by deep moral and spiritual convictions and he shares how his faith and conscience played critical roles in navigating complex ethical dilemmas – personal and professional – during his military career.

Frankman reflects on the challenges he faced as a military leader in the face of mandated shots, walking through the process that led him to where he is today – former Green Beret. With a background in theology and military leadership, Frankman offers unique insights into how his religious beliefs informed his choices, ultimately leading to his separation from the armed forces.

Whether you're interested in military ethics, personal stories of moral courage, or the intersection of faith and duty to country, this conversation with Frankman offers a compelling look at the cost of standing by your principles and the conviction of belief.

Key topics include:
• How faith and conscience shaped John Frankman’s decision to leave the military.
• The ethical challenges of the COVID-19 vaccine mandate and its impact on military leaders.
• Insights into how theology and military service can inform moral decision-making.
• The role of leadership in navigating personal convictions and professional duty.
• The importance of making decisions guided by faith, even when facing career consequences.
• The importance of educating our military on the US constitution, over and above simply swearing an oath.

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📌 Relevant Links:
✔️ John Frankman’s website https://www.johnfrankman.com/
✔️ John Frankman on X https://x.com/johny_franks

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