Jesus gives His new covenant people these gifts: openness, freedom, and being transformed by His Spirit. 1. Openness: Moses' veiling glory contrasted with Paul boldly showing glory. (v.12-13) 2. Freedom: Moses' veiled face/people's hardened minds contrasted with the freedom of turning to God. (v.14-16) 3. Being transformed: see Christ's ever-increasing glory! (v.17-18) How is the new covenant better than the old? By what process are believers transformed? Romans 12:1-2 Who hardens hearts? Ex 7:13, 8:32, Isa. 6:10, 29:10 Who softens the hearts of believers? John 12:40, 2 Cor. 3:3