Do you incorporate a paper Bible in you studies and note taking

Just curious how many are purely computer based in your Bible study and note taking vs how many use paper Bibles as part of their study routine. If you use a paper Bible, how do you incorporate that with your Logos resources in practice. Do you take notes in Logos, an other electronic format (I.e. Word or OneNote), a notebook, or a paper Bible? I like hearing about the methods others use in their Bible study.

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delete12066188

Logos is just one Libary. I do work with my Paper Bible and other Books in my Bible Study and my Work. Notes are just for save Thought's. I put everything in a Word Dokument.

Sascha

Mike Childs

Most of the time I do all of my study with my Logos library on my Surface Pro 3 and take my notes in Word or Onenote. My regular Bibles for study are the NIV 1984 and the NA 28 in the Logos 6.

Everett Headley

No paper Bible for about 4yeras now.

Erwin Stull, Sr.

For personal Bible Study, I exclusively use Logos 6 Desktop in the comfort of my home, and my notes (if any) are in Logos also. For Bible Study at church, I use the mobile app (Bible) for reading and highlighting passages with a paper notebook for notes and writing down Scripture references. I carry my paper Bible (along with Logos Mobile App on a tablet, and a paper sermon journal) to all church services.

Allen Browne

Just curious how many are purely computer based in your Bible study and note taking vs how many use paper Bibles as part of their study routine.

Paper bible gets opened only a couple of times a year now, when the person I'm sharing with would find a screen the wrong way to go.

GaoLu

My paper Bible gets used very rarely, mostly for occasions such as family devotions in the evening.

I always carry a paper Bible to the pulpit whether I use it or not. When I stand before the people, lean forward over the pulpit and pronounce, "This is God's Word! You can trust it!" an iPad doesn't have the same impact as a well-worn, leather-covered, paper Bible with a couple loose post-it notes fluttering to the ground.

Bruce Dunning

I almost never use a paper Bible these days and it has been that way for a number of years now. I must say that it still does feel a bit weird at times but those feeling continue to diminish as time passes.

Kenneth Neighoff

I have not used a paper Bible for years. I slowly moved away from a paper Bible when I started using Olive Tree on my Palm Pilots. Now I only use the Logos app on my iPad to preach from and to read from.

Jack Caviness

When I stand before the people, lean forward over the pulpit and pronounce, "This is God's Word! You can trust it!" an iPad doesn't have the same impact as a well-worn, leather-covered, paper Bible with a couple loose post-it notes fluttering to the ground.

[8-|] [Y]

I normally use the Logos desktop app for study and teach from an iPad. The only time I use a paper Bible is when I fill in for the Pastor at the pulpit.

Jack Hairston

I always carry a paper Bible to church because Logos would allow me to "chase rabbits" and miss the lesson before me. Instead, I take notes on scratch paper and chase the rabbits through Logos after I get home.

mab

I love paper Bibles, legal pads, index cards and fountain pens. All from habit, but mainly to avoid distraction. Print forces one to read. Physical writing is more thoughtful. I wrote professionally on paper and typed from my handwritten manuscripts.

Jack Caviness

Logos would allow me to "chase rabbits"

The fun part is when—in the midst of chasing the rabbit—the pastor says, "Help me Jack." [:$]

Erwin Stull, Sr.

My paper Bible gets used very rarely, mostly for occasions such as family devotions in the evening.

I always carry a paper Bible to the pulpit whether I use it or not. When I stand before the people, lean forward over the pulpit and pronounce, "This is God's Word! You can trust it!" an iPad doesn't have the same impact as a well-worn, leather-covered, paper Bible with a couple loose post-it notes fluttering to the ground.

[Y]

Most of the time, people can recognize a leather Bible from a mile away, but an iPad won't be recognized as such (who knows, you may have a video game collection on that thing). At times, you may need to be recognizable to people who may be looking for you to lead them to God, without opening your mouth. Pastors, Ministers, Evangelist, etc. have a certain look rather they carry a leather Bible or not, bu those not familiar with church will not readily recognize that look. So, a leather Bible still has visual impact, as a doctors stethoscope and labcoat does. [:)]

Geo Philips

I got back into paper Bibles after 5 years due to the Bible design 'fad'!

I carry a Pitt-Minion ESV to church and have a reader's edition ESV at home for family devotions.

I love Logos but there is something about these paper Bibles that is unparalleled by the digital age.

Eric Ross

I find that if I want a distraction-free encounter with God's word, the paper Bible is preferred. Logos is so good at linking in interesting cross-references that I often get distracted down one of those rabbit trails. I know I can put it in reader mode and turn off much of that, but it takes too much discipline that the paper Bible enforces on me.

Also, my paper Bible's batteries have never run down ;-).

Whyndell Grizzard

Even when using Logos have a paper version handy- sorry I'm not a purist [:D]

Sean Collins

Perhaps a little off topic, but I am looking at fountain pens for journaling and note taking. Any recommendations for a beginner? Thanks in advance!

Whyndell Grizzard

Even when using Logos have a paper version handy- sorry I'm not a purist

And if I could get Logos to print out the NET on 8.5x11 with footnotes I would have it in a 4' 3 ring binder [:)]

Jack Hairston

[LOL!] That happens to you, too?

Floyd Johnson

Sean:

You might get better answers by posting this in another thread - but then there may be some who will start complaining because your question is not related to LOGOS. Regardless, I can give you a partial answer:

For highlighting in a paper Bible, I have found a good set of crayons works wonders without bleeding through. I like the "Twistable" line from Crayola as a good compromise between true highlighters and the boxed crayons we used as kids. The Twistables are sealed in plastic and are not as subject to breakage as the old boxed crayons:

They also make colored pencils in a twistable format that might be useful, though I have not tried these.

David A Egolf

I haven't opened a paper Bible in years.

For study, I read on an iPad tablet. I find that it is easier to take notes and control their location much easier on a tablet. I even have developed a stock process of highlighting (while creating a new note file, if necessary), copying the highlight, editing the highlight to become a note, adjusting the note title, pasting the entire highlight INTO the note, then adding any of my own comments. Thus, my note file becomes quite readable in its own way.

I research new topics on a PC where its easier to perform complex searches and build folders in favorites. Also, I can process my notes and copy / paste into presentation material as I prepare class notes.

I tend to use the free ESV Bible app on my tablet in the pew. It has been greatly improved in the last year and I find it a lot faster than Logos for verse lookup. There I take sermon notes on the bulletin because I don't expect to archive the content.

mab

Perhaps a little off topic, but I am looking at fountain pens for journaling and note taking. Any recommendations for a beginner? Thanks in advance!

Fountain pens demand a bit of discipline, but if you want something well made at a very reasonable price, look at a Pilot Metropolitan and get the Con-50 converter to fill from a bottle. Or look at some of the lower price Cross pens. I avoid cartridges because you pay a lot for the convenience and bottle fill wets the nib which is very practical. You also have the freedom to choose an ink that best works for you.

If you need more info check out this forum: http://www.fountainpennetwork.com/forum/

Keep Smiling 4 Jesus :)

I like hearing about the methods others use in their Bible study.

Thankful can use screen capture of Logos 6 and paste to create parallel passages with highlighting showing range of verbal expression. Attached Ephesians parallel example of NA28 and AV 1873:

1830.EphesiansNA28-AV1873.docx

Printed handouts are useful in facilities where electronic devices are not allowed.

Keep Smiling [:)]

Liam

I used to be a paper Bible and journal guy, then after having Logos a couple years, I changed up and did all my reading and notes on Logos. Just recently though I've switched back (after about 2 years). I find that I comprehend and remember the text better on a paper Bible. I still use Logos for Bible study, but use my paper Bible for regular morning reading (although I definitely still often look up a passage or 2 with Logos while in my devotional reading time). I still use Logos for notes I take on the Bible, but for morning devotion notes (which I consider different) I use a paper journal. It seems to stick with me way better for some reason. I don't know if It's because of the quick-scan nature of the internet or what, but my mind seems to read and forget most digital text. I'm excited about some of the new reader friendly Bible's being released lately like Crossway's Reader versions, and the new kickstarter Bibliotheca!

Veli Voipio

Pastors, Ministers, Evangelist, etc. have a certain look rather they carry a leather Bible or not, bu those not familiar with church will not readily recognize that look. So, a leather Bible still has visual impact, as a doctors stethoscope and labcoat does.

There are "Bible-look" phone cases selling. Maybe logos could provide also their own?

As an engineer I don't trust technology, so I use also paper. Paper books and maps often serve as additional screens, and they do not change read location unexpected.

How about a cylindrical scroll-look screen for the Hebrew enthusiasts? May look cool when you use it in a crowded place [H]

Whyndell Grizzard

I like hearing about the methods others use in their Bible study.

Thankful can use screen capture of Logos 6 and paste to create parallel passages with highlighting showing range of verbal expression. Attached Ephesians parallel example of NA28 and AV 1873:

1830.EphesiansNA28-AV1873.docx

Printed handouts are useful in facilities where electronic devices are not allowed.

Keep Smiling

Very Nice shot [;)]

I have been trying to print the NET with Higlighting and its footnotes but so far unsuccesful- any ideas?

Dan Francis

I haven't used a paper Bible regularly for years.... in the glove box i keep a small pocket NJB leather, and on my prayer desk there is a NOAB 3rd A. but it is only occasionally used, but some times I do feel the need to turn to it where I am studying and read it on paper. But this action is more a way of reminding me when i return of the insight I had yesterday....

-Dan

GaoLu

I like hearing about the methods others use in their Bible study.

Thankful can use screen capture of Logos 6 and paste to create parallel passages with highlighting showing range of verbal expression. Attached Ephesians parallel example of NA28 and AV 1873:

1830.EphesiansNA28-AV1873.docx

Printed handouts are useful in facilities where electronic devices are not allowed.

Keep Smiling

That is quite a useful work of art! Thanks.

Does anyone keep paper bibles around to give away? I have a stack in the closet for that, but they are dusty.

Whyndell Grizzard

I like hearing about the methods others use in their Bible study.

Thankful can use screen capture of Logos 6 and paste to create parallel passages with highlighting showing range of verbal expression. Attached Ephesians parallel example of NA28 and AV 1873:

1830.EphesiansNA28-AV1873.docx

Printed handouts are useful in facilities where electronic devices are not allowed.

Keep Smiling

That is quite a useful work of art! Thanks.

Does anyone keep paper bibles around to give away? I have a stack in the closet for that, but they are dusty.

I use to buy cases of pew bibles NIV and NASB- to just hand out- it helps to put books in peoples hands- especially sinners- why? the Lord works through his word and you never know when they find themselves responding to Him- having that within their reach just makes it all the easier for the brother or sister who is in their way to minister to them.

Erwin Stull, Sr.

Paper/Leather Bibles are a universal medium for handing out. Handing out Tablets with eBibles loaded will most likely not be an economical way to go for some time. For those of us very serious and heavily involved in study, Logos can't be beat.

SineNomine

I use print Bibles principally when I'm praying in churches and chapels.

Keep Smiling 4 Jesus :)

Does anyone keep paper bibles around to give away?

Yes. Prisons have physical book limits for residents while halfway houses let clients have more. Study Bibles are popular.

I have been trying to print the NET with Higlighting and its footnotes but so far unsuccesful- any ideas?

Logos Resource has Column display with option to "Show footnotes on page":

Logos 6 can print the NET Bible with Footnotes:

Keep Smiling [:)]

P A

Dan

What is NOAB 3rd?

P A

Whyndell Grizzard

Does anyone keep paper bibles around to give away?

Yes. Prisons have physical book limits for residents while halfway houses let clients have more. Study Bibles are popular.

I have been trying to print the NET with Higlighting and its footnotes but so far unsuccesful- any ideas?

Logos Resource has Column display with option to "Show footnotes on page":

Logos 6 can print the NET Bible with Footnotes:

Keep Smiling

Thanks KS4J

Copy Bible Verse allows me to do it as well- did not find this out till after I posted- have the NT already to print, will be doing the OT soon- looks great so far- and yes its because the old eyes need a little help.

Matt Hamrick

I use Logos Bible Software for any serious study I am doing, but I carry a paper bible to church and I read a paper Greek New Testament because I do not want to be influenced by the software. But other than my print bible and print GNT every other resource I own is now digital. Ultimately, I will buy a print Hebrew bible to read (again so I am not influenced by the software) later. All serious personal study though is done using the software.

Justin Gatlin

For sermon prep, I always export the text, triple spaced and with wide margins and print it. I can process better like that, and so can you.