Freedom of Self or Freedom from Self?

Freedoms always involve trade-offs, like human rights and security. The most important involves the self. If we are to demand freedom of self, we are committing ourselves to a life of servitude to sin. If, on the other hand, we desire freedom from self, we must be bonded to Christ. These trade-offs have long-term consequences: sin is not a generous master, and will dispose of its servants. Christ, by contrast, rewards His servants with everlasting life.