In this passage, Paul declares that Jesus desires his followers to be truly free. However, he cautions, we can fall prey to the notion that there's a checklist of things we must fulfill in order to make ourselves acceptable to God. Paul urges us to recognize that this "works"-based mindset actually robs us of the freedom God intends for us. He urges us to stand firm in the truth that God's grace is enough. We can't earn it or add to it.