In the spirit of Ezra, we too must devote ourselves to the study and observance of the word. Our Bible study should lead us to God. The Bible is all about Jesus. When we are well-versed in the word of God, our hearts and minds seek God’s solutions and God’s direction in the Bible. But the Bible is not a rule book. Ezra’s Bible study led him to know and love God. It led him to the observance of the law, that is, to obey the law. Love for God is expressed in obedience. If we grow in knowledge, with no obedience, no love for God, we become like the Pharisees.