# The Preacher and Books (Part I)

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Podcast: [The Magazine Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-magazine-podcast-6747914)
Published: 2026-01-19T06:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

What is the proper relationship between a preacher and his books? How can a minister prioritise the most helpful kinds of reading and study? These and other questions were addressed by the Rev Iain H Murray in his address to the Bethlehem Pastors' Conference in early 1996. We read part of his address this week. Resource read: Iain H. Murray, 'The Preacher and Books,' Banner of Truth Magazine Issue 389 (February 1996). Similar resources: The Pastor and His Study Explore the work of the Banner of Truth: www.banneroftruth.org Subscribe to the Magazine (print/digital/both): www.banneroftruth.org/magazine Leave us your feedback or a testimony: www.speakpipe.com/magazinepodcast

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