Logos 5: Locate Words and Phrases in Proximity to One Another

| Mon, September 15, 2014 | Training 3

Today’s post is from Morris Proctor, certified and authorized trainer for Logos Bible Software. Morris, who has trained thousands of Logos users at his two-day Camp Logos seminars, provides many training materials.

In addition to coaching people in the use of Logos Bible Software, one of my greatest joys is encouraging biblical communicators toward true expository preaching. Exposing the original intent of a scriptural passage along with contemporary application is a powerful combination!

Toward that end, a Logos user recently asked me how he could search his library for various definitions of expository preaching.

This is an excellent question that can be answered with a proximity search combining words and phrases:

  • Open the Search panel (A)
  • Select Basic as the search type (B)
  • Select Entire Library from the resources drop-down list (C)
  • Type this text in the Find box: (definition,define) WITHIN 3 words “expository preaching” (D)

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  • Choose the search panel menu (E)
  • Select Match all word forms (F)

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  • Press the Enter key to generate the search results (G)

The search query instructs Logos to locate all the occurrences of the words define, defines, defined, defining, definition, or definitions within three words of the phrase expository preaching!

Clicking a hyperlinked search result opens the resource right to an author’s definition of expository preaching. (H)

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Here are some details regarding the search query:

  • The parentheses group terms together
  • The comma within the parentheses represents an OR search, meaning any of the terms present constitutes a hit
  • Match all word forms locates the various forms of define, saving us from having to type them individually
  • The double quotes around the words expository preaching indicate an exact phrase
  • The command WITHIN means the words can appear before or after the phrase
  • The term words designates the context in which the words and phrases must appear
  • The number 3 defines the specific contextual range in which the words and phrases must appear

Please experiment with this query, because joining the proximity search with words and phrases enables us to locate information with precision.

If this was helpful to you, check out our Logos 5 Training Manual Set, which contains greatly expanded explanations of Logos searching.

Choose Your Courses with Mobile Ed’s Mix-n-Match Sale

| Fri, September 12, 2014 | Products, Promotions 1

mix-n-match2014We know that the demands of your ministry—whether formal or informal—are multifaceted. Few pastors only preach. Few Christians are only interested in one aspect of the Bible. Pastors want more training, but their time and resources are limited.

That’s why we’re pleased to announce the Mobile Ed Mix-n-Match sale! For the first time ever, you can bundle any available courses you want, on any topic. We are unbundling all live courses—but some of these will go back into bundles in October, so get them now!

Earn Logos credit

For each individual course you get through September 30, you’ll get $10.00 back in Logos credit! You can get anywhere from $10.00 to $200.00+ in credit depending on how many courses you purchase.

Start bundling your courses now!

What the experts are saying

See for yourself how Mobile Ed can transform not only your understanding of the Bible, but as you engage in Scripture, it’ll transform your life.

—Joel Willitts, North Park University

We’ve had dozens of world-class authors and scholars teach Mobile Ed courses, and all of them have one thing in common: they love this new way of learning. From Elyse Fitzpatrick to Tremper Longman to Mark Strauss, the instructors are all excited about this new opportunity to guide you in your study of God’s Word.

Watch this video to hear what they have to say:

Don’t wait—take advantage of this opportunity to explore the Bible with the best scholars at your side. Choose your courses today!

Logos Is Faithlife!

| Fri, September 12, 2014 | Misc. 32

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Logos Bible Software (the company) is now Faithlife Corporation.

We haven’t been bought; we don’t have a new owner. Logos Bible Software is still our flagship product, and we’re not changing its name. You’ll still find it at Logos.com.

But ‘software’ is something you download onto your desktop computer. And while I still do that—and so do you!—we’re moving toward a future where apps, websites, and digital content set the pace.

We have been leading that way for a while: Proclaim Church Presentation Software, Biblia.com, Vyrso, Faithlife Groups, Lexham Press, Faithlife Study Bible, and so much more. This video really makes the point:

All of these tools are connected by a single account—the same one you use at Logos.com, Biblia.com, Vyrso.com, and Faithlife.com.

And that’s your Faithlife account, from Faithlife Corporation, the leading provider of digital content and tools for the Christian church.

The simple summary: Logos Bible Software is a product of Faithlife Corporation. You sign in to Logos—and all Faithlife products and websites—with your Faithlife account.

Changing a company name is a big deal, and we’ll be working through the details for months. I appreciate your patience as we make this transition, and I want you to know that we are still the same team, with the same leaders and owners, and with the same goal: helping you do more and better Bible study—and more!

Try Proclaim and Win Logos 5 Gold

| Fri, September 12, 2014 | Misc., Promotions 3

try-proclaim-to-win-logos-5-goldTry Proclaim by September 21, and you’ll be automatically entered to win a Logos 5 Gold base package—worth over $1,500.00! It’s that easy: go On Air now for your chance to win.

Don’t have Proclaim?

If you don’t already have a Proclaim On Air license, no problem. You can start your 30 days free now—no strings attached. Download Proclaim today and take your church On Air. Proclaim lives in the cloud, so you can collaborate with your team from wherever they work best. No more emailing large files or fumbling with flash drives. Best of all, it connects with many of the tools you already use; like Logos Bible Software, Planning Center Online, CCLI SongSelect, and Graceway Media. Try it for free at ProclaimOnline.com/Download. And now, you get 30 days of Pro Media for free, too!

Go On Air for free!

1. Download Proclaim
2. Sign in or create a new account
3. Click “New” to create a presentation
4. Go On Air (see below)

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We’ll select and notify a winner on September 22. If you win and already own Logos 5 of a lesser value than Gold, you’ll be upgraded to Gold and receive a $100.00 Logos credit. If you win and already own Logos 5 of a higher value than Gold, you can give the Gold base package to the person of your choice. The winner will need to fill out a W-9 in order to claim their prize. By going On Air with Proclaim Church Presentation Software, you are entering the giveaway and opting in to receive emails from Proclaim and Logos. This giveaway is open to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia over the age of 18 with access to the Internet at all times during the giveaway and subsequent prize-award period unless otherwise specified by Logos Bible Software. Non-US residents over the age of 18 may enter unless expressly prohibited by local regulations and law. All employees of Logos Bible Software (“Sponsor”), all associated agencies and each of their sales representatives, distributors, or agents (all of the foregoing, together with Sponsor, collectively referred to as “Giveaway Entities”), and their immediate family members (spouse, parent, child, sibling and their respective spouses) and those living in the same household of each (whether related or not), are ineligible to participate in the Giveaway. All applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations apply. Void where prohibited or restricted by law. Entry in the giveaway constitutes your full and unconditional acceptance of these official rules. No purchase necessary. A purchase will not improve your chances of winning.

Resources Worth Owning in Baptist Base Packages

| Thu, September 11, 2014 | Products 0

Baptist BPLogos 5’s new Baptist base packages are loaded with handpicked resources at a fraction of the price. We’ve done the heavy lifting for you by collecting resources that will take you deeper and further in your Bible study!

Get 15% off a Baptist base package today: the higher the base package, the more resources you’ll get.

Get these essential resources:

The Works of Dwight L. Moody (26 vols.)

This collection contains hundreds of Moody’s sermons and addresses, plus his works on heaven, grace, prayer, the Ten Commandments, and Christian living, as well as his studies on biblical characters. This collection also contains two biographies and a daily devotional containing Moody’s reflections on a passage of Scripture for each day of the year.

Preacher’s Homiletic Commentary (38 vols.)

Written by preachers for preachers, this commentary is designed to foster the kind of Bible study that produces engaging and clear sermons. For every chapter of the Bible, this commentary contains a section on preaching themes. These sections are organized topically, conceptually, and chronologically for easy searching. This work ranks among the few Bible commentaries that remain practical and accessible without compromising scholarship, making it an integral part of sermon planning and preparation.

Warren Wiersbe’s Old Testament “Be” Series (27 vols.)

Breaking down each book into topical chapters, Wiersbe offers an approachable commentary series that allows any reader to understand the biblical text in new ways. The “Be” series is the culmination of Wiersbe’s life work and is respected by many as an easy-to-read, stimulating approach to Bible study.

Reading the New Testament Commentary (12 vols.)

Rather than following the verse-by-verse method of traditional commentaries, these volumes study section by section, concentrating on key concepts and how they’re developed. Each volume focuses on a close reading of the text’s final form or structure.  This series will make you feel right at home in the biblical texts.

The College Press NIV Commentary Series (40 vols.)

Containing 40 volumes and covering every book of the Bible,  this commentary collection delivers verse-by-verse explanation of the biblical text that’s as informative as it is accessible. This series brings together top-notch biblical scholarship and the clarity of the most popular modern Bible translations. The clear exposition makes this set useful for sermon preparation and Bible study, and the series’ scholarly approach makes it useful for advanced research on Scripture.

Save on a new library

With Logos 5 Baptist, find what you’re looking for with unparalleled speed and precision. Scripture passages link to your favorite translation and you can easily study these side by side with the other commentaries in your digital library.

Jump-start your Bible study with a Baptist base package and save big with an additional 15% off with coupon code BAPTISTBP at checkout. But hurry—this deal won’t last long!

Time’s Running Out: Save on Back-to-School Resources!

| Thu, September 11, 2014 | Products, Promotions 1

logos-back-to-school-saleTime’s running out to get big savings on the best back-to-school resources. When the back-to-school sale ends at midnight (PDT) on Friday, September 12, you’ll be out of luck! But for a limited time, you can still get everything you need to excel this school year, all with fantastic savings. Check out all of the back-to-school sale specials now.

Discover additional resources

You’ve probably already seen our commentaries, our ancient-language resources, and our reference works, but we have more exciting resources you may have missed:

Plug in to the best theological platform

A new base package rounds out your library. With specialized base-package families, you can find the best library for you. Check out our comparison chart for a side-by-side view and decide which datasets, resources, and prices suit you best.

Don’t miss out!

Whether you’re going back to a new semester, starting a new sermon series, or embarking on a new small group study, the back-to-school sale is your chance to stock up on the resources you need to take your studies further. See all our back-to-school specials and save now!

Don’t Miss September’s Savings

| Thu, September 11, 2014 | Products, Promotions 1

september-logos-monthly-saleWe have special deals running all September long, and you don’t have to miss a single one! Check out September’s monthly sale right now to see this month’s bargains.

Here are a few you won’t want to miss:

A Key to the Classical Pronunciation of Greek, Latin, and Scripture Proper Names

Regularly $19.95—get it for $9.95!

Without formal Greek or Latin education, it can be difficult to pronounce some scriptural names and places. Difficult spellings or unusual clusters of consonants and vowels can make reading some texts overly tedious. John Walker’s work provides an excellent solution on the pronunciation of Greek, Latin, and Scripture proper names. By first working through the pronunciation of Greek and Latin names before moving on to the proper names in Scripture, Walker forms a sure foundation for guiding the reader.

Dictionary of the Apostolic Church (2 vols.)

Regularly $64.95—get it for $49.95!

This 1,500-page set contains definitions of people, places, and theological terms from the book of Acts to the book of Revelation. It’s the perfect resource for teachers, pastors, and anyone wanting a thorough yet concise summary of New Testament themes. Over 100 pastors and biblical scholars have contributed essays that supply the dictionary with its comprehensive bibliographies and summaries.

Lexham Bible Guide: Genesis 1–11lexham-bible-guide-genesis-1-11

Regularly $39.95—get it for $31.95!

The Lexham Bible Guide: Genesis 1–11 is the ideal resource to help you understand both Genesis and the Bible as a whole. Genesis is the foundation for the rest of Scripture; nearly every biblical theme—from the Old Testament or the New—has a parallel in Genesis. Examine those themes, and use this guide to explore some of the Bible’s most significant passages.

These are just a few of the items on this month’s sale! Check out all the deals, and get big savings on some of our most popular works.

Win Logos 5 Gold: Limited Time Remaining!

| Wed, September 10, 2014 | Misc., Promotions 6

Christian Discourse

Last week you learned that you could win Logos 5 Gold (a $1,549.95 value) by sharing your biblical insight on ChristianDiscourse.com.

We’ll have a winner on September 16 at midnight (EDT). The person who shares the most from Christian Discourse to Facebook or Twitter before then will win Logos 5 Gold or an upgrade equivalent. And four runners-up will win the 13-volume Lexham Bible Guides: Paul’s Letters Collection (a $534.95 value).

Right now, Christian Discourse users are discussing important topics, from Bible questions to ministry methods to current events. And just for participating in these discussions, you’ll get the chance to win a massive biblical and theological library—a suite of powerful tools that will help you explore these questions in your own studies.

Plus, four runners-up will win the 13-volume Lexham Bible Guides: Paul’s Letters Collection, which summarizes the Pauline writings in an easy-to-follow format. These unique books distill the most relevant and helpful content on this subject so that you can quickly find what you need. Four runners-up will win a free copy of this collection just for sharing their insights—and you could be one of them.

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Christian Discourse is a place for honest conversations about the things that matter most. It’s designed to guide you in exploring Christianity through discussion. You’ll find conversations on theology, apologetics, devotional thoughts, Bible questions, and more—all tied to Christian living. Discover biblical insights from followers of Christ on our culture’s most pertinent issues and our world’s most pressing troubles.

The best part: you can join in and contribute to the discussion. Your thoughts and concerns matter—Christian Discourse is a safe place to share them with your family in Christ.

Join the conversation today!

Set Encouraging Bible Artwork as Your Mobile Background

| Tue, September 9, 2014 | Apps & Web Tools 0

Bible-Screen-on-DVDBible Screen includes over 700 professionally designed Bible-art slides to encourage, challenge, and inspire believers all over the world. And now you can get the free Bible Screen app to view, save, and share all of your favorite biblical artwork on your iOS or Android device!

The Bible Screen app includes a new wallpaper feature—simply browse through all archived Bible artwork and select a favorite slide as your new mobile background. To make it easy, you can use the “Fits My Device” option to see a list of slides specifically sized to fit your screen. You’ll even get images designed for perspective zoom on iOS 7!

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We’re constantly adding new Bible-art slides and modifying existing images to fit more devices, so with every free update, you’ll get more beautiful Bible art!

Even better, your Bible Screen app comes with a simple social-sharing feature—you can easily spread the inspiration to your loved ones via Facebook, Twitter, or email.

Stream multiverse videos

The Bible Screen app also comes loaded with multiverse videos, providing artistic representations of well-known passages, available with or without background music. The live-stream videos are a perfect accompaniment to your church service, small group gatherings, house chores, or any daily activity where you’d like to be encouraged with artistic Bible text.
 

When we’re busy, it’s hard to find time to pause and reflect on Scripture. The Bible Screen app simplifies spiritual reflection by putting encouraging and inspiring Bible artwork right in the palm of your hand.

Download the free Bible Screen app today, and be inspired by God’s Word.

Don’t Delay: Base-Package Discounts Are Almost Gone

| Mon, September 8, 2014 | Products, Promotions 0

new-logos-5-base-package-saleDiscounts on new-base-package purchases end September 12—if you haven’t taken advantage of 15% off new Logos 5 libraries, now’s the time!

You’ve been on the fence about buying a new base package, but haven’t been ready to commit. Don’t stay on the fence any longer; you’ll miss your chance to get a 15% discount on Logos 5!

Get a new Logos 5 base package before it’s too late!

Why people love Logos 5

Advanced tools, essential resources, and powerful datasets make Logos 5 our most acclaimed version ever. But don’t take our word for it—we’ve received tons of endorsements from well-known ministry leaders and laypeople alike.

Here’s what other users are saying about Logos 5:

“The 5 in Logos 5 is for 5 stars . . . I have been with Logos for years and really thought the upgrade to Logos 4 was about as good as it could get. Wrong . . . Logos 5 is a significant upgrade and worth every penny. I went from Logos 4 Platinum to Logos 5 Diamond and couldn’t be happier. I love Logos 5 and can honestly say that the program is so intuitive.”

“Never seen software like this, amazing what you can do with it. I recommended it to everyone who loves God and his Word.”

“This collection of materials is enormous, [and it] allows one to peruse and select whatever’s needed to study, meditate, prepare for a sermon or Bible study . . . or just discuss with friends who may not believe in Christianity at all. . . . Set up a monthly payment plan and enjoy the benefits. You won’t be disappointed, and it’s money well invested.”

Choosing the right base package

Selecting the right upgrade can be tough. Which dataset would you benefit from most? Which resources would be best for your small group? Which base package is best for preparing lessons and sermons?

Our Logos 5 specialists want to hear these questions and help you pick the package that’s best for you. Give them a call right now at 888-875-9491 to talk through your options!

Remember, discounts end September 12! Visit Logos.com/NewBasePackage today to explore all of your options.