A leader cannot control what happens in people s lives. As leaders, we don t change others. That s the work of the Holy Spirit. Guided by the Spirit, solid and lasting effect is had by systematic study of the scriptures and letting the Bible address issues as they arise. You tend to learn more of what you already know.
Many preachers tend to have subjects of particular interest that they read and study in depth.
Knowing one s bent in history, experience, temperament, and appearance has guided study up to this day. Know your field of interest and passion and allow God to use you fully in that channel of study. This paradox suggests depth rather than dabbling. The most dependent people in the church tend to wield the most power. We end up accommodating the weakest, most demanding members in our attempt to achieve consensus.