I agree with you that it's important to know thyself. Before I gave my life to Christ, I knew myself, or as much as i could considering my age. But Christ definately made a difference. I disagree that the Bible is not a practical book, but if all you do is read it you will not understand. It takes studying and a relationship with Christ to uncover the depths of it.

Apocalypse

"When purpose is not known, abuse is inevitable . . ."