Every Christian should build at least a modest library of good books. Such tools as a complete concordance, a Bible atlas, some biblical dictionaries or encyclopedias, a few good commentaries, some volumes on Christian evidences, church history, etc. Study the Scriptures from several different vantage points. Survey biblical books. Explore the biographical data of great Bible characters.
Words are the vehicles of intelligent communication.
It is important to utilize every possible opportunity to learn God's word. The Christian who is ever learning will become a valuable resource to the congregation of which he or she is a member. Perhaps we could conclude this discussion with a comment relative to the preacher and his study habits. The man who stands before the congregation to preach to lost souls and to edify his kinsmen in the Lord, should overflow with the riches of sacred scripture. They are office efficiency experts, visitation specialists, counselors, education directors, errand boys for the elders, etc.