Studying the Word of God

"Whenever we stop and attempt to understand the message of a particular text, we are practicing 'reverence for the truth.' This is the humility of heart which recognizes that the Word is always beyond us, that 'we are neither its masters or owners, but its guardians, heralds, and servants.' ... 
 
 "This attitude of humble and awe-filled veneration of the Word is expressed by taking the time to study it with the greatest care ... 
 
 "We only devote periods of quiet time to the things or the people whom we love; and here we are speaking of the God whom we love, a God who wishes to speak to us. Because of this love, we can take as much time as we need, like every true disciple: 'Speak, Lord, for your servant is listening.'” 
 
 — Pope Francis, Evangelii Gaudium,146