In the church of the past, before protestant theological assertions were made, Christians found the arts to be a vital part of worshipful life experience and aesthetic concern was a part of church aspiration. In this time, as a respect for beauty and goodness was at a peak. A respect for the contrast found in the ugly and disgusting was also seen as not only acceptable but necessary for a proper perspective and balanced portrayal of the reality of the nature of truth in life. A Christian's beliefs about the nature of reality should be constantly reflected in their mindset for daily living, and the imagery surrounding them should also help to focus this.

Here are some images from some more famous artists, used in churches to help keep perspective.Michelangelo : Last Judgement

Hans Memling : Last Judgement

Jans Van Eyck : The Last Judgement