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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"