1 This is similiar to what 'christians' do-they get out into the world seeking their self edifying-living their life as they slowly return to their old ways because of the various doctrines that come their way... 2  They did not recognize the 'danger' and had their 'house' blown down.
The British Armed Forces are a professional force with a strength on 1 May 2016 of 153,470 UK Regulars and Gurkhas, 35,200 Volunteer Reserves and 8,160 Other Personnel. This gives a total strength of 196,840 UK Service Personnel.
405,697 family members are supported by active duty personnel. 253,251 family members reside in an Airman's household. 20.1% of the current force is assigned overseas (including Alaska and Hawaii), which includes. 8,870 officers and 55,078 enlisted personnel . TOTAL ACTIVE FEDERAL MILITARY SERVICE. 10 years is the average total active federal military service for officers