    The Temple to the Lord that Solomon built in Jerusalem was a sight to behold, a beautiful and awe-inspiring building both outside and inside. That beauty and awe served a purpose beyond getting attention too, because the Temple was intended to remind all who were near it or in it of the God it served. The Temple on earth represented a pale image of the majesty of Heaven and its Creator.
    Our penchant for decorating our own churches today serves the same purpose. We do not produce beautiful stained glass, use silver chalices, or erect elaborate buildings to be impressive or brag about how well off we are, but rather to remind ourselves of the splendor and majesty of God and Heaven our destination. Such actions are a form of worship, enabling a deeper communion with our God by preparing us for the world yet to come.
DLH
