I was talking with a 73-year-old preacher. He is still going strong for the Lord as he leads his congregation through his preaching and teaching. As we talked about his life, ministry, and schedule, he told me that he blocks out all of Tuesday and Wednesday mornings for study. He puts a note on his office door so that he is not disturbed, and he spends hours reading, thinking, and praying.

It would be easy for him to coast in his life and career. He has read enough and has stored more knowledge than he will ever be able to share. Why keep studying? He wants to continue growing his understanding of the scriptures and the ways of the Lord.

When I asked him about it, he confidently stated, “I believe filling your mind with scripture is an act of worship.” Growing in his Bible comprehension is a way for him to show his love for Jesus. Every day, he wants to love a little more and grow a little more.

At what point do you know enough as a follower of Jesus that you can stop learning? If someone ever reaches that point, I will be sure to write a post about it.