2 Corinthians 3:9 - American Standard Version (1901) For if the ministration of condemnation hath glory, much rather doth the ministration of righteousness exceed in glory. More versionsKing James Version (Oxford) 1769 For if the ministration of condemnation be glory, much more doth the ministration of righteousness exceed in glory. Amplified Bible - Classic Edition For if the service that condemns [the ministration of doom] had glory, how infinitely more abounding in splendor and glory must be the service that makes righteous [the ministry that produces and fosters righteous living and right standing with God]! Common English Bible If the ministry that brought condemnation has glory, how much more glorious is the ministry that brings righteousness? Catholic Public Domain Version For if the ministration of condemnation is with glory, so much more is the ministration of justice abundant in glory. |