In the Garden of Eden, God placed two trees side by side, presenting a clear, no-nonsense choice to Adam and Eve. This deliberate positioning ensured that the decision before them was unmistakable, reflecting the black and white contrasts often seen in God's commandments. These two trees symbolize the fundamental choices inherent in God's unchanging patterns, which He consistently upholds as part of His purpose and plan. Just as God operates according to patterns that never vary, the placement of these trees in Eden underscores His consistent approach to guiding humanity through distinct and significant options.

We must strive towards righteousness, especially when we realize that God has a special place for us in His plan. Because of this, we ought not have an inflated ego, nor should we allow ourselves to go to the opposite extreme and think of ourselves as worthless. Beginning in Psalm 92, we can compare the unique characteristics of the palm and cedar trees to righteous members of God's church. Like steadfast faith, the palm tree grows and form rings in a unique way that enables it to withstand winds from any direction. The cedar tree grows strong and withstands external threats, as well as internal rot as from coming from insects and molds, which our faith should also try to emulate. These lead to a proper attitude toward humility as we recognize what we mean to God but not let ourselves get arrogant and complete our function in the church—no matter where we are placed. We also should not "invite Satan to sit at our table" and think of ourselves as worthless but realize we have a special place in God's plan.