2 Timothy 3:16: All scripture is inspired by God and is useful for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness,
If you are American and went to church youth groups, you may well remember this verse as being one you learned off by heart...
But having a head knowledge and knowing the truth in your heart are two different things.
Yes, read the bible. Yes, learn the bible... Why? Because it prepares you for thing you are going to face in the future. Without the basic knowledge we are wandering around in a world full of traps and temptations - we will not get very far travelling in the right direction without a bit more guidance!