How can we say "free will" exists when our choices are bound by divine consequences after death? If ultimate judgment determines our eternal fate is any choice truly 'free' when it’s tied to either salvation or punishment? Imagine a child being told they’re "free" to touch a hot stove but if they do they’ll burn their hand. The choice exists but it’s limited by the unavoidable consequence.Similarly in faith while we appear to have choices they’re inherently tied to outcomes beyond our control. Or think of a maze with only 2 exits—1 leading to safety the other to danger.You’re "free" to pick a path, but you’re confined by the structure and fixed results. Is this really freedom or just an illusion? I'm Orthodox btw so don’t come for me.A friend called me 'atheist' for asking this question