Defending Freedom

Defending Freedom chronicles Ensign Tom Grahams journey of faith as he encounters various trials following his graduation from the Naval Academy and reporting to his first ship, the USS Russell, an Aegis destroyer based in Pearl Harbor Hawaii. And Paul, a naval aviator, shows Tom through his lifes example what it means to discover freedom from sin through a life centered on Jesus Christ. Two women enter Toms life and show him the true meaning of love: Elle, his girlfriend whom he meets during his initial training in Newport Rhode Island, and Terri, his best friend Pauls fiance.Written for his teenage sons by a retired Navy Commander and 88 graduate of the Naval Academy, author Robert Carlisles first novel takes you on a journey around the world following the events of 9/11. Defending Freedom sheds light on the hardships of life in the Navy during this difficult time in our nations history. But it also contains a message of hope to those suffering through lifes difficult circumstances and a treatise on why Christians should always be ready to defend the freedom found in Christ.Preach the Word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage with great patience and careful instruction. (2 Timothy 4:2)