Proverbs 19:2 Knowledge as well as enthusiasm

Desire without knowledge is not good - how much more will hasty feet miss the way!

Paul tells us that to desire to be an overseer is a good thing. To wnat to be a preacher is good. It is right that Christan men should want to see people converted and the saints built up. If that desre is to be met, this proverb reminds us, then knowledge is necessary. If a preacher is to be of any use then he needs to know certain things. He needs to know his Bible and a knowledge of systematic theology, church history, pastoral work and other matters will also be a great asset. In the rush to be out there sharing the gospel, it would be foolish to fail to get the requisite training simply becasue a man cannot wait the few years it takes to get such a training.