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A former missionary, now a soldier in the Ukrainian army, shared his experiences of reconciling faith with the harsh realities of war. After being denied volunteer opportunities following Russia's early 2022 attack, he received a conscription notice and accepted it as God's will.

He expressed no moral qualms about his role, distinguishing between killing for greed and defending one's home. Husiev noted that churches often fail to adequately address the moral complexities of war.

Initially struggling with the act of killing, he later felt joy after successful engagements, questioning the normalcy of his feelings. He emphasized the importance of integrity, being open about his Evangelical faith, and acting on Christian principles.

Husiev highlighted the need for chaplains to engage closely with soldiers for effective ministry. He also spoke of the emotional toll of facing death and the comfort he finds in prayer, scripture, and the belief that God is always present with him.