My deep race with my faith

I feel as if I've simply been missing out on so much. I'm not that knowledgeable about my religion. I know the basics and I do practice at a basic level. But I have that inner urge, and I plan to pick up some material to read on when time permits to gain more understanding of what this beautiful religion has to offer. I don't intend, or want to learn most of this from other "followers". I know I won't turn into a deeply religious individual just by gaining more knowledge, but I will have a better understanding to confidently call myself a Muslim and to guide myself in the future. I am with parents today, but later on I will technically be on my own. I will probably have the responsibility of teaching others about this wonderful faith, and I am obligated to gain my knowledge and understanding now.