Speaking for myself, I definitely do not ignore the military, In fact, I am pretty sure I have been a soul in a solder's body...probably more than once.
If the part of the military. who wants you here, are the good guys, then you are right where you are meant to be and needed. I believe no matter where God has us, we have a purpose, and also usually lessons to learn.
For me, when the lessons come, and they do often, most times they're frustrating, painful, and I need a LOT of practice before I get what I must in order to move on. When I finally surrender to the realization that I've either created the need for the lesson and/ or God has graciously tailor-made it for my/His benefit, the path through becomes clearer, and the load much lighter.
Being ready, or not, to hear a message may be part of what you are experiencing from some. Also, I think some are not sure what, or whom, to believe...and I don't mean you. Actions will speak louder than words for some to trust.