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Paul continues comparing the Law of Moses to the ministry of Christ.
## service of condemnation ##
This phrase refers to the Law that God gave to Moses. It could only point out man's disobedience before God, thus condemning man to die.
## service of righteousness ##
This phrase refers to message about the forgiveness offered through Jesus christ. It offers forgiveness and new life unlike the law that only condemns to death.
## abound in glory ##
Christ's service of righteousness is far more glorious to the Law which also had glory.
## that which was once made...For if that ##
The word "that" refers to the law of Moses.
## in this respect ##
"in this way"
## that exceeds it ##
"that is better than it"
## was passing away ##
"has completed its purpose"