Psalm 19:7-10 speaks about how God's Word refreshes the soul, imparts wisdom, gives light to the eyes and joy to the heart. Who does not want that? To receive all those things we must take personal responsibility to learn how to spiritually feed ourselves the Word of God.
Below are FREE resources to help you learn more about the Bible and how to study it well so you won't be misled or misguided.
What Every Christian Needs to Know About Reading the Bible
A Message for All Time: Understanding & Applying the Bible
Biblical Interpretation for Beginners
Video: Literary Styles of the Bible
If you would like to study more by reading an in-depth book on this topic then here are 3 excellent recommendations in PDF format
How to Read the Bible for All its Worth by Gordon Fee
Reading the Bible Supernaturally by John Piper
Why Trust the Bible by Greg Gilbert
(Ch. 2 deals with the question of Bible translations)