Moses's
A ministry of condemnation.
Graven on stones.
Commandment without power for obedience, therefore a killing letter.
Ministered with temporary glory.
Moses's face shone by reflection of the glory of God with whom he talked.
Moses obliged to veil his face.
The Israelites could not discern the purpose or end of the glorious revelation from God.
By this the natural heart is put under curse and bondage
Paul's
A ministry of reconciliation.
Graven on the fleshly tables of the heart.
Power brought by the life-giving Spirit.
Ministered with glory to remain.
Christ's ministers are changed into His image.
Paul with unveiled face spoke plainly.
We, by the Spirit, see its end, Christ Jesus, and can bear its holiness as condemning sin in Him who paid its penalty for us.
By this the heart is blest and set at liberty