I was sitting here, reflecting, viewing the MySpace page of a young Christian and thinking; wow, I kinda wish I could go back to my early days. I was so naive and oblivious to just about everything that was going on around me. It was just me and Jesus, and I couldn't be happier.
If Adam and Eve were here, I'm sure they'd concur knowledge is a two-edged sword. The more you know, the greater the burden that knowledge carries. Does that mean we shouldn't crave knowledge? No - you should take every opportunity to acquire knowledge, as long as it doesn't require doing something stupid, like getting caught up in Scientology.
On topic, be careful what you ask for.
Take work for example: The more skills you know above that of your co-workers, the more work you end up having to do.
When it comes to church, the less you know about what goes on in the back operations, the easier it is to praise God in the beauty of holiness.
The less you're exposed to, the less you have to contend with. Is it really expedient to indulge in drugs? Will your life be less complete if you never taste alcohol? Is unprotected sex with some anonymous individual a good idea?
I've dealt with all of the above and I must say, there are some things I wish I didn't learn. The fact I'm still here is truly by the grace of God. As smart as I am, I've done some stupid things and it was all because knowledge got to me before wisdom could.
One of the reasons I'm still here is to tell you to dismiss certain knowledge. Life is far more difficult being exposed to certain things God would rather you not know.
Enjoy the garden and eat, but stay away from that forbidden tree. There is wisdom in ignorance.