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Originally Posted by Narnian  I think the Lewis quote can also apptly apply to myself in a slightly different fashion - how often do I read books about the Bible instead of reading the Bible? Too often.  |
It is a good question for all of us to ask ourselves; none of us, I dare say, can say that we read the Bible
too much. But, as the Puritans, who fought tooth and nail for the principle of
sola Scriptura, point us to the Scriptures above all, it is nevertheless good and profitable to read them (Puritan authors), especially in our age, not in place of the Word, but as those who were well-grounded in it, and who direct us thereto.
It is worth, imho, reading also the words of Thomas Murphy wrt
Bible study and wrt
the use of commentaries. Though his remarks are directed to pastors, they are applicable, I think, to all. He puts both in their proper place.
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