What the Bible says about Honoring God by Costly Edifices
(From Forerunner Commentary)
It is not at all unusual for men to desire and build beautiful and costly edifices to honor God and to worship within them. However, God makes clear that He prefers to be revered and communed with within the hearts of men. This gets His positive attention, motivating Him to respond in loving kindness. When this occurs, it cannot be anything but good for those who humbly seek Him.
John W. Ritenbaugh
Living by Faith and Humility