See Me Grow!

"And Jesus increased in wisdom, in stature, and in favor with God and man."

"Oh, look how much has been done on the house, Mary Helen! It is so beautiful. Don't you just love it?"

My sister's new house isn't Solomon's Temple, but it is just as holy. It has been set apart and dedicated to the glory of God. In one week, framing has surrounded the pipe where she stood. By next week, walls will enclose the pipe and we will no longer have a measuring standard.
It is growing in stature - and definitely in favor. Somehow, I think it pleases God to see their home take shape.
We are told that God's church is a building in which Jesus is the cornerstone. This everlasting building continues to grow as new believers are added day by day. Mary Helen and Smith (Yes, my brother in law's first name is Smith) watch their home change day by day as the workmen ply their trades and apply their craftsmanship.
One day I will post the final picture and it will be ready for occupancy. Someday the last brick will be laid in the heavenly temple, and the New Jerusalem will be ready for occupancy. I kinda like the expectancy of both.