Worshiping in the Garden of Eden

Last weekend we had the privilege of traveling to Eden, Idaho for an incredible worship seminar. We weren't really sure what the seminar was about, but hoped it would provide guidance for a possible transition to a more contemporary worship service in addition to the traditional style we currently have.

Six of us piled into a van and hit the road at 6:30 am. Nice way to spend your Saturday, huh? Even though Worship Seminar, as it was called (real original title, huh?), was completely different than what we expected, it was so much better than expected. We dug right into the Bible and got to the heart of worship, talking about how worship honors God and is directed toward God. We learned about worshiping in spirit and truth and how our worship is ultimately for God and not ourselves.

We had a delightful time in Eden, and as we were making our way back home, made a pit-stop at a gas station called "The Garden of Eden." The name is a play on words with the town name, of course. But inside of the gas station, we were surprised to find this.

A serpant in a tree complete with glaring red eyes.

The tree was more than lifesize in the middle of the gas station. As you can see, people can even order their food and eat under the tree.

So if you ever happen to be traveling through the town of Eden, you probably won't find a worship seminar, but be sure to stop and check out their little garden along the interstate. Who knows, you may even find a fig leaf somewhere on the side of the road.