Overview
This session provides an in-depth introduction and demonstration of the Logos Bible Study platform, focusing on essential features available in both free and paid versions. The presentation aims to help users maximize their Bible study by leveraging Logos's powerful tools, and answers practical questions about usability, customization, and resource integration.
Importance and Mission of Bible Study
- The session emphasizes the transformative impact of regular Bible engagement ("power of four" study correlates with significant positive life changes).
- Logos is presented as a tool aligned with the mission to equip individuals to read, understand, and teach Scripture.
Introduction to Logos Platform
- Logos is a robust app for desktop, mobile, and web with a digital library and integrated research tools.
- The Factbook is highlighted as the primary tool, offering organized, reliable information on biblical topics, people, places, and concepts.
- Logos simplifies searching across thousands of resources, commentaries, and dictionaries, saving users significant time.
Demonstration of Key Tools
- Factbook: Aggregates articles, maps, dictionary entries, and key verses; integrates theology and provides safe, vetted context.
- Passage Guide: Generates comprehensive study reports for any Bible passage, linking to commentaries, cross-references, cultural concepts, and word studies.
- Visual Tools: Includes Psalms Explorer (visualizes genres, structure, themes), Weights and Measures Converter, Bible Books Explorer, intertextual mapping, and before/after illustrations of biblical locations.
- Customization: Users can create custom highlighting systems which sync across devices.
- Counseling Guide: Offers quick biblical reference guides for counseling topics, with assessment questions and key scripture.
Accessibility and Platform Differences
- The mobile app retains core research and reading tools but has limitations compared to the desktop regarding certain interactive and visual features.
- Notes and highlights are searchable and sync across desktop and mobile platforms.
- Translation tool is available in higher-tier packages for translating text into 100+ languages.
Practical Q&A and Tips
- Printing maps and exporting highlights/notebooks are possible, though some limitations exist.
- Tools like Bible Atlas can filter and display specific journeys, such as Abraham’s travels.
- Extensive training resources are available for users to progress beyond basic features.
- Logos works with most major publishers, and self-published authors can potentially have their works included.
Logos Packages and Offers
- Packages range from Bronze (basic) to Gold (comprehensive library and tools), with dynamic pricing and permanent ownership.
- Special discounts and payment plans are offered, and support and training are included.
Decisions
- Recommend Logos as a key resource for Bible study within the ministry.
- Offer 25% discount for a limited time on Logos package purchases or upgrades.
Action Items
- Within 7 days – All listeners: Use provided link and coupon code to access the discount.
- TBD – Jason: Create future videos showcasing advanced Logos features and personal workflow.
- TBD – John: Provide follow-up training and address export/printing features as needed.
Questions / Follow-Ups
- Clarify the process for exporting and printing highlights as formatted documents.
- Explore further integration options for users' self-authored works in Logos.
Recommendations / Advice
- Engage with the Bible at least four times weekly for maximum impact.
- Start with Factbook and Passage Guide as foundational tools; expand into visual/interactive features as confidence grows.
- Take advantage of robust training and support resources to deepen software proficiency.