Graven Images, then why so many paintings?

The images we have in the church are not idols or graven images that we worship. In fact, God directed His prophets to use images and artistry in worship (Exodus25, Exodus 26:1, I Kings 6, etc).

Just as we worship God through prayer, praise, and music, we also worship through imagery, we do not worship the images themselves

These paintings are icons, which we call writings and “Windows to Heaven” for they tell a story. They are not meant to portray realistic images; yet hold much deeper meanings to teach the viewer about Christ and His saints.