Condensed Outlines of Books of the Bible

I am looking for simplified outlines of books of the Bible. The purpose is twofold. 1. To provide a way of seeing where I am within a biblical book and 2. to provide a simple outline that I can memorize so that I can more easily locate passages. Do you have any recommendations?

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David Thomas

not available in Logos, but this was recommended several decades ago in my Bible Study Methods class in Bible College.

https://www.amazon.com/Acrostic-Bible-Barry-Huddleston/dp/0840756461

MJ. Smith

The Bible Outline Browser? or my notes file which is not yet shared.

Kathleen Marie

I hope someone can point you to a Logos resource. I'll be interested to read the responses. In the meantime, this is what I have stumbled upon.

World Video Bible School requires students to memorize a shorter outline for books of the Bible. I think you can purchase the course booklets in their store, individually and in sets. Sometimes if you are creative with your search terms, the pdfs will pop up. They are not locked down.

You can audit classes for free without enrolling, but I am not sure if auditing provides the links to the course books or just access to watch the videos. Enrollment is free and gives you access to everything for free. The school is Church of Christ.

Austin Bible Church provides a list of chapter titles for every book in the Bible.

https://austinbiblechurch.com/documents/bible-chapter-titles

BibleHub gives a date for each chapter along with either a title for the chapter or a title for the dated event.

https://biblehub.com/timeline/

Ted Hidebrandt's New Testament Picture Scripture Memory System covers the entire NT.

http://biblicalelearning.org/new-testament-picture-scriptue-memory-system/

Karl Fritz Jr.

I am looking for simplified outlines of books of the Bible. The purpose is twofold. 1. To provide a way of seeing where I am within a biblical book and 2. to provide a simple outline that I can memorize so that I can more easily locate passages. Do you have any recommendations?

I had a NT professor at Liberty University who had us memorize small outlines for each NT book. I found it extremely valuable.

You might find the Faithlife Study Bible book introductions helpful in this regard, though in some cases they might be too short - you'd have to judge for yourself. Try here to see Genesis: https://ref.ly/logosres/fsb?art=sidebar.introductiontogenesis

Sometimes the Lexham Bible Dictionary has good, short outlines for books as well.

Those are at least resources that anyone has.

DAL

Most Bible handbooks or one volume commentaries have basic outlines. Or as suggested by MJ, your best bet is the Bible Outline Browser; this should pull up all kinds of outlines (long and short) depending on what you have in your library.

DAL

Kathleen Marie

https://community.logos.com/discussion/comment/1192640#Comment_1192640

Most Bible handbooks or one volume commentaries have basic outlines. Or as suggested by MJ, your best bet is the Bible Outline Browser; this should pull up all kinds of outlines (long and short) depending on what you have in your library.

DAL

But is there anything in Logos that is designed specifically to be memorized? I would have preferred not to link to resources outside Logos, but I know of nothing in Logos that was designed to be memorized.

MJ. Smith

https://community.logos.com/discussion/comment/1192645#Comment_1192645

but I know of nothing in Logos that was designed to be memorized.

Probably not - but then again, I have trouble with the concept of an outline designed to be memorized. Doesn't an outline first and foremost reflect the text? And short of converting it into the English hymn stanza ... what makes text "designed to be memorized"?

Michael Kinch

https://community.logos.com/discussion/comment/1192632#Comment_1192632

The Bible Outline Browser? or my notes file which is not yet shared.

Thanks MJ. Do you mean Bible Books Explorer or Bible Browser? I do not see Bible Outline Browser.

David Scott

https://community.logos.com/discussion/comment/1192650#Comment_1192650

The Bible Outline Browser show under the Tools - Interactive Media menu.

Mattillo

https://community.logos.com/discussion/comment/1192651#Comment_1192651

https://www.logos.com/product/1765/the-outline-bible

Michael Kinch

https://community.logos.com/discussion/comment/1192651#Comment_1192651

The Bible Outline Browser show under the Tools - Interactive Media menu.

Thanks! I hadn't seen this before.

Kathleen Marie

https://community.logos.com/discussion/comment/1192653#Comment_1192653

https://www.logos.com/product/1765/the-outline-bible

Thanks!

I have almost purchased this resource so many times, when deciding between different packages. Somehow this is one that is always missing from what I bought.

Kathleen Marie

https://community.logos.com/discussion/comment/1192649#Comment_1192649

but I know of nothing in Logos that was designed to be memorized.

Probably not - but then again, I have trouble with the concept of an outline designed to be memorized. Doesn't an outline first and foremost reflect the text? And short of converting it into the English hymn stanza ... what makes text "designed to be memorized"?

I have sometimes been taught two outlines at the same time. A larger and more detailed outline to understand the book, and another more concise and catchy outline to remind me of the larger outline.

MJ. Smith

https://community.logos.com/discussion/comment/1192658#Comment_1192658

I have sometimes been taught two outlines at the same time. A larger and more detailed outline to understand the book, and another more concise and catchy outline to remind me of the larger outline.

I'm one of those sassy people who doesn't see memorizing outlines as a spiritual discipline ... now memorizing all the psalms and canticles, that I can envision. But then, my Christianity interests put me a little ealier and a little further East than most Logos users.

DAL

https://community.logos.com/discussion/comment/1192660#Comment_1192660

This Study Bible has very basic outlines: https://www.logos.com/product/49646/apostolic-study-bible-notes

Roger Pitot

https://community.logos.com/discussion/comment/1192653#Comment_1192653

An extract from The Outline Bible:

SECTION OUTLINE THREE (COLOSSIANS 3–4:1)
Paul writes about the principles of holy living and addresses six types of individuals in regard to this matter.

I. HOLY LIVING: THE PRINCIPLES (3:1–17)
A. In regard to the believer’s affection (3:1–4)
1. The place of our affection (3:1–3): We must transfer our affection from earth to heaven.
2. The person of our affection (3:4): We must direct our affection toward Jesus.
B. In regard to the believer’s spiritual apparel (3:5–17)
1. What to put off (3:5–9): God’s anger comes on those who practice:
a. Immorality and idolatry (3:5)
b. Anger, malice, slander, and filthy language (3:8)
c. Lying (3:9)
2. What to put on (3:10–17)
a. A new nature (3:10–11)
b. Compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience (3:12)
c. Forgiveness and love (3:13–14)
d. God’s peace and thankfulness (3:15)
e. The words of Christ (3:16–17)

II. HOLY LIVING: THE PEOPLE (3:18–25; 4:1): Paul addresses six types of individuals.
A. Wives (3:18): Submit to your husbands.
B. Husbands (3:19): Love your wives, and never treat them harshly.
C. Children (3:20): Obey your parents.
D. Fathers (3:21): Don’t aggravate your children.
E. Servants (3:22–25): Serve your master as you would serve the Lord.
F. Masters (4:1): Treat your servants as you would have your heavenly Master treat you.

Roger Pitot

https://community.logos.com/discussion/comment/1192682#Comment_1192682

Or, for a different type of approach (summaries as opposed to outlines), what about https://www.logos.com/product/7580/the-bible-panorama

The same 2 chapters of Colossians:

CHAPTER THREE

V 1–4: PRINCIPLE OCCUPATION In contrast to earthbound legalistic observance of man-made rules and procedures, the principle occupation of the Colossian Christians must be to realise that Christ is risen and is ascended. He now resides above, at the right hand of God. Accordingly, the Christian must focus his mind on heavenly and eternal things, bearing in mind that he is to reckon himself crucified with Christ and risen with Him. Jesus Christ will come again and take the believer with Him to glory.
V 5–9: PUT OFF Doctrine leads to conduct. The Christian’s body is to be dead to sin. Paul stipulates the evil attitudes and specific sins which have to be put off. The world will be condemned for those sins from which the Christian has been cleansed. They include sins of attitude and word, as well as the more obvious high profile sins of action.
V 10–17: PUT ON Whatever the background, the Christian is renewed in Christ. He has ‘put on the new man’, reflecting this in increasing likeness to his Saviour. This produces great oneness with other Christians and a sense of Christ’s presence and sovereignty. Paul then tells the Colossians specifically what to ‘put on’ as Christians. It includes attitudes, motives and relationships with one another as fellow forgiven Christians. Love must cover everything and God’s peace will arbitrate in the hearts of those who follow Christ. Only by letting the word of Christ have its place in the life of a believer can a Christian be reprogrammed from his sinful life to a life of praise, singing, wisdom and concern for other believers. All must be done for Christ and with thanksgiving to God through Him.
V 18–25: PRACTICAL OBEDIENCE Obedience to God will be shown in the way others are treated in practice. This includes spouses, children and parents, and the place of employment (covered under ‘bond servants’ in the passage). The principle is to do something for Christ from a full heart, and not just to seek the acclaim of men, while concentrating on the individual’s selfless duty to do the right and best thing for others. Reward and retribution are both in the hand of God, dependent upon attitude and action.

CHAPTER FOUR

V 1–6: GRACE Having given masters and slaves mirror image obligations (see chapter 3), and having asked for continuation in prayer in order that the gospel may do its work, through doors open for Paul and his companions, the apostle urges wisdom and redemption of time in dealing with outsiders. Grace must always characterise speech. If so, it will enable the right answer to be given when needed.

Mattillo

https://community.logos.com/discussion/comment/1192669#Comment_1192669

This Study Bible has very basic outlines: https://www.logos.com/product/49646/apostolic-study-bible-notes

That is one expensive study bible

DAL

https://community.logos.com/discussion/comment/1192708#Comment_1192708

This Study Bible has very basic outlines: https://www.logos.com/product/49646/apostolic-study-bible-notes

That is one expensive study bible

Yep! In my wishlist but I don’t think it’s ever been on sale 🤨 And what’s worse, FL hasn’t shown any samples only front page and limited table of contents 🤦🏻‍♂️

Kathleen Marie

https://community.logos.com/discussion/comment/1192660#Comment_1192660

I have sometimes been taught two outlines at the same time. A larger and more detailed outline to understand the book, and another more concise and catchy outline to remind me of the larger outline.

I'm one of those sassy people who doesn't see memorizing outlines as a spiritual discipline ... now memorizing all the psalms and canticles, that I can envision. But then, my Christianity interests put me a little earlier and a little further East than most Logos users.

I am finding it interesting to study and worship alongside people with interests that are earlier and father east, and those that are later and farther west. It is interesting to watch individual members borrow something from the other while mostly adhering to the practices of their own. I begin to feel malnourished and shaky when I lean too far to one side for too long.

A student's place is to listen and watch and submit to opportunities to try new things. I do not know where I will place my roots in the future or if I will place roots at all. Maybe I will leave this earth as a student. It is all in the hands of God. I have exchanged an attitude of expectation for one of curiosity.

I do find outlines and lists helpful. I am a visual learner. Anything that fits onto a single page is easier for me to understand. I don't have the ability to make the mental jumps that some people here can make. I benefit from seeing things and remembering them.

Kathleen Marie

https://community.logos.com/discussion/comment/1192688#Comment_1192688

An extract from The Outline Bible:

Or, for a different type of approach (summaries as opposed to outlines), what about https://www.logos.com/product/7580/the-bible-panorama

The same 2 chapters of Colossians:

Thanks! I do have the second resource!

Kathleen Marie

https://community.logos.com/discussion/comment/1192713#Comment_1192713

This Study Bible has very basic outlines: https://www.logos.com/product/49646/apostolic-study-bible-notes

That is one expensive study bible

Yep! In my wishlist but I don’t think it’s ever been on sale 🤨 And what’s worse, FL hasn’t shown any samples only front page and limited table of contents 🤦🏻‍♂️

Interesting. I found some youtube videos on the Bible.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UMWX3leIzO8

https://community.logos.com/discussion/comment/1192708#Comment_1192708

This Study Bible has very basic outlines: https://www.logos.com/product/49646/apostolic-study-bible-notes

That is one expensive study bible

I got it from an alternative source at a much more reasonable price... it's actually pretty good.

DAL

Here’s another one that just covers the Old Testament: https://www.logos.com/product/39605/the-literary-structure-of-the-old-testament-a-commentary-on-genesis-malachi

DAL

Simon’s Brother

https://community.logos.com/discussion/comment/1192717#Comment_1192717

Maybe I will leave this earth as a student.

That's my plan Kathleen, never stop learning.

Mark

https://community.logos.com/discussion/comment/1192653#Comment_1192653

https://www.logos.com/product/1765/the-outline-bible

I second this resource. Very helpful.

Mattillo

https://community.logos.com/discussion/comment/1192730#Comment_1192730

This Study Bible has very basic outlines: https://www.logos.com/product/49646/apostolic-study-bible-notes

That is one expensive study bible

I got it from an alternative source at a much more reasonable price... it's actually pretty good.

I'd be interested but a $50 study bible (says it is actually $90 but on sale/savings at moment) is really high. Enjoy it!

Mattillo

https://community.logos.com/discussion/comment/1192835#Comment_1192835

This Study Bible has very basic outlines: https://www.logos.com/product/49646/apostolic-study-bible-notes

That is one expensive study bible

I got it from an alternative source at a much more reasonable price... it's actually pretty good.

I'd be interested but a $50 study bible (says it is actually $90 but on sale/savings at moment) is really high. Enjoy it!

Someone earlier posted a video review of it and one commenter wrote: "That bible is written by a non-trinitarian point of view"

Have you looked through the notes in it, does it deny the trinity? Does it follow the Oneness Pentecostal Doctrine I've read about?

Just curious

Edit: Disregard. Comments on the Logos Product page claim to say this is a Oneness Doctrine written study bible.

DAL

https://community.logos.com/discussion/comment/1192837#Comment_1192837

Matillo, read the scanned sample pages at the bottom of the product page; especially, the note on “God” in Genesis 1:1. It says Elohim is plural but it signifies “greatness” and that the original audience saw no “multiplicity” in that word. They even try to “explain away” the phrase “Let us…” None of their arguments provide any substantial evidence nor are backed up properly.

I’d still love to see it on sale, though (but cheaper). 👍😁👌

DAL

Simon’s Brother

https://community.logos.com/discussion/comment/1192835#Comment_1192835

I'd be interested but a $50 study bible (says it is actually $90 but on sale/savings at moment)

It's not a true sale price, that's just the Publisher list price (recommend retail price) compared to the Faithlife list price (everyday price). Publisher recommend prices are often set at a level where they want to pitch their product so in relation to other like products in terms of quality / features & benefits, whether they want their product to be seen by the market as a premium / specialized product or as a commodity or mass market product.

Sean Boisen

https://community.logos.com/discussion/comment/1192872#Comment_1192872

Another place you can find Bible outlines (not necessarily condensed) is in Factbook pages on Bible books, for example Epistle to Philemon. In the Bible Book Guide section, open up Content and then Outline to see a list of book outlines from your library.

https://community.logos.com/discussion/comment/1193692#Comment_1193692

The "Bible Book Guide" in Factbook is a treasure trove of information about each of the Bible books, with links to the relevant sections of the commentaries you own in your library.

It's basically like a Passage Guide but for the books of the Bible. Very well done, Faithlife!

It is probably one of the best kept secrets in Logos 9... It's a bit hidden, IMHO, and I had to be pointed to it by someone on this forum or else it would have taken me a while to discover it.