‘Some desire to know merely for the sake of knowing, and that is shameful curiosity. Some desire to know that they may sell their knowledge, and that too is shameful. Some desire to know for reputation’s sake, and that is shameful vanity. But there are some who desire to know that they may edify others, and that is praiseworthy; and there are some who desire to know that they themselves may be edified, and that is wise.’ St. Bernard as quoted by Baxter as quoted by Nathan Bingham.
Why Do You Desire To Know and Preach God’s Word? – Nathan W. Bingham’s Microblog.