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[Dennis1209]

We live in extraordinary technical times for tools and information available at our fingertips for studying the Bible, the people, Greek and Hebrew (lexicons) words, commentaries, places, events, history, and everything else. It once took days, weeks, or years to get information and documentation studying and researching. I used to have hundreds of handwritten notes scattered everywhere, and in various Bibles I own. Not anymore; I am more efficient with my time and organized these days.

During the church sermon, I used to get a bit frustrated when the pastor would say, turn to such and such. When I finally got to the verse(s) in the Bible to read along, it was already read, and he said, turn to such and such scripture again. I am slow and am always behind.

Today with my leather-bound Bible in hand, I keep it open to the key passages of the sermon. Now when the pastor goes from scripture to scripture on the subject matter. Three lightning-quick taps on my Samsung E-tab and I am now ahead of him and can read along and not lose concentration or my place. By the way, I use both the Blue Letter Bible and My Bible apps on the E-tab.

Computer Bible programs are a blessing in my studies; almost everything a person needs are a mouse click or two away from instant access. It would be too lengthy to discuss everything I can find and do with my Logos 9 Gold Baptist addition software program. I have had the Logos program for a year now, and it is the Cadillac, the cat’s meow of Bible software programs and keeps getting better.

There are several excellent Bible software programs on the market I have used. E-Sword and SwordSearcher are excellent. I have had SwordSearcher for several years now and still use it frequently. They recently upgraded it, and it is even better yet. I believe it is still around $60.00 for the package. For that price and what it includes, it is a steal, in my opinion.

I had several requirements before I purchased any Bible software programs. I needed the full function of the program using it offline. I needed it fully restored for free and downloaded, including all my notes, highlights, and personalization, not if but when I have computer problems.

This morning, I was thinking about a particular Bible verse and could not even remember which book in the Bible. I typed a couple of words of the verse, and BANG, there it is.

Would those of you with Bible software programs agree with my above assessment?

Daniel 12:4 (KJV)  But thou, O Daniel, shut up the words, and seal the book, even to the time of the end: many shall run to and fro, and knowledge shall be increased.

[OneLight]

There is only one danger with digital resources, it can be changed.  When opening a book, nothing is changed from the last time you opened it.  I'm not saying that software is always bogus, or that software is undesirable, just that it can be changed without the user being aware of the changes, unless it was a dramatic change.  Something to consider when thinking of the reliability between a purchased book and purchased software.

[Alive]

17 minutes ago, Dennis1209 said:

We live in extraordinary technical times for tools and information available at our fingertips for studying the Bible, the people, Greek and Hebrew (lexicons) words, commentaries, places, events, history, and everything else. It once took days, weeks, or years to get information and documentation studying and researching. I used to have hundreds of handwritten notes scattered everywhere, and in various Bibles I own. Not anymore; I am more efficient with my time and organized these days.

During the church sermon, I used to get a bit frustrated when the pastor would say, turn to such and such. When I finally got to the verse(s) in the Bible to read along, it was already read, and he said, turn to such and such scripture again. I am slow and am always behind.

Today with my leather-bound Bible in hand, I keep it open to the key passages of the sermon. Now when the pastor goes from scripture to scripture on the subject matter. Three lightning-quick taps on my Samsung E-tab and I am now ahead of him and can read along and not lose concentration or my place. By the way, I use both the Blue Letter Bible and My Bible apps on the E-tab.

Computer Bible programs are a blessing in my studies; almost everything a person needs are a mouse click or two away from instant access. It would be too lengthy to discuss everything I can find and do with my Logos 9 Gold Baptist addition software program. I have had the Logos program for a year now, and it is the Cadillac, the cat’s meow of Bible software programs and keeps getting better.

There are several excellent Bible software programs on the market I have used. E-Sword and SwordSearcher are excellent. I have had SwordSearcher for several years now and still use it frequently. They recently upgraded it, and it is even better yet. I believe it is still around $60.00 for the package. For that price and what it includes, it is a steal, in my opinion.

I had several requirements before I purchased any Bible software programs. I needed the full function of the program using it offline. I needed it fully restored for free and downloaded, including all my notes, highlights, and personalization, not if but when I have computer problems.

This morning, I was thinking about a particular Bible verse and could not even remember which book in the Bible. I typed a couple of words of the verse, and BANG, there it is.

Would those of you with Bible software programs agree with my above assessment?

Daniel 12:4 (KJV)  But thou, O Daniel, shut up the words, and seal the book, even to the time of the end: many shall run to and fro, and knowledge shall be increased.

I have been using Accordance for 20 years since when it was still Gramcord. I am a big fan---I think its the best there is. At this point, I have a crazy collection of resources.

It is a huge help.

https://accordancebible.com

[kwikphilly]

Blessings Brother Dennis

Would I agree? Lol, no idea- Im not computer savvy, still bring my Bible to church- still have heaps of books & Bibles...... Not techy at all- can barely type

However, I do have a nice desktop & a Chromebook laptop but lately Im having to use my phone only( very hard btw) . I do like BibleGateway as I can parallel read Gods Word without several Bibles laid out and easilyvlook up a verse if I cant recall where it is..... I still do reach over to my hardcopies if something doesnt sound accurate( like OneLight mentioned about reliability)

 Oh & E- Sword is great too.  Problem for me is I just dont trust that internet and Im not so sure about knowledge being increased... It seems there is an immense abundance of information easily accessible but does it really increase anyones knowledge when no thought or study is required, just type in a few words?I dont know and I dont like calling anyone dumb but I think there has never been such a dumb generation.

 Im sure Ill get negative feedback for that statement but take away their" devices" & what do you get? Im not impressed, especially online where so often its quite obvious your conversing with someone who is " googling"

Dont get me wrong, no doubt there are people like you Dennis who use all the resources you mentioned for " studying", for learning ,researching with all due diligence .... I believe you are in the minority

Imo, this convenient ease of " looking it up" encourages most NOT to study, why should they when they have GOOGLE

Maybe Im all washed up and completely wrong but in my own experience, in person face to face discussions I notice a lack of knowledge & alot of misinformed people

Im also a little off your Topic, I think your point is more about study tools for the folks that can make better use of their time- Im going on about another Topic arent I? Lol- sorry

Your Sis, in Christs love

Edited May 23, 2022 by kwikphilly

[Selah7]

I use Bibles, laptops, iPads, computer, whatever’s handy wherever I am. 

[TheBlade]

Yeah its awesome praise GOD. I have a few programs with tons of information. Yet lol I always grab the Greek books I have here..had them .. I don't remember just old. Its as if I trust them more haha. 

[Dennis1209]

1 hour ago, OneLight said:

There is only one danger with digital resources, it can be changed.  When opening a book, nothing is changed from the last time you opened it.  I'm not saying that software is always bogus, or that software is undesirable, just that it can be changed without the user being aware of the changes, unless it was a dramatic change.  Something to consider when thinking of the reliability between a purchased book and purchased software.

I cannot argue that. I have hard copies and books of much of what is digitalized as a backup. As with pastors and Bible teachers, there is a level of being a Berean and trust. The same applies to any services and programs, there has to be a level of trust, honesty, and an unblemished reputation and recommendations. 

[Alive]

It can be argued and I agree, that all I need is my printed bible and the Lord.

However, the Lord has also provided resources that are helpful and edifying.

IMO, its important to be aware of what my brethren before me have seen and experienced.

I used to own a sizable library of printed commentaries, dictionaries, and translations, Strongs And Youngs and lots of books, etc. i loved it, but now, I can get so much more done in any given time.

i could go on and on.

I see no downside but rather a blessing.

in the context of forums? Its like a marriage made in heaven.

lol

[Dennis1209]

1 hour ago, kwikphilly said:

Blessings Brother Dennis

Would I agree? Lol, no idea- Im not computer savvy, still bring my Bible to church- still have heaps of books & Bibles...... Not techy at all- can barely type

However, I do have a nice desktop & a Chromebook laptop but lately Im having to use my phone only( very hard btw) . I do like BibleGateway as I can parallel read Gods Word without several Bibles laid out and easilyvlook up a verse if I cant recall where it is..... I still do reach over to my hardcopies if something doesnt sound accurate( like OneLight mentioned about reliability)

 Oh & E- Sword is great too.  Problem for me is I just dont trust that internet and Im not so sure about knowledge being increased... It seems there is an immense abundance of information easily accessible but does it really increase anyones knowledge when no thought or study is required, just type in a few words?I dont know and I dont like calling anyone dumb but I think there has never been such a dumb generation.

 Im sure Ill get negative feedback for that statement but take away their" devices" & what do you get? Im not impressed, especially online where so often its quite obvious your conversing with someone who is " googling"

Dont get me wrong, no doubt there are people like you Dennis who use all the resources you mentioned for " studying", for learning ,researching with all due diligence .... I believe you are in the minority

Imo, this convenient ease of " looking it up" encourages most NOT to study, why should they when they have GOOGLE

Maybe Im all washed up and completely wrong but in my own experience, in person face to face discussions I notice a lack of knowledge & alot of misinformed people

Im also a little off your Topic, I think your point is more about study tools for the folks that can make better use of their time- Im going on about another Topic arent I? Lol- sorry

Your Sis, in Christs love

Well, kwik, I’m surprised; you must be behind the times. Everyone knows if it is on the Internet, it must be true. LoL.

No, I do not trust Google. It is a known fact they manipulate their search engine to prioritize what they want you to find. I am not tech-savvy either but I am trying to learn. A day soon is coming when all financial transactions will have to be made electronically, and my smartphone and computer are more intelligent than I am. The big push is now in progress to do everything electronically, save a stamp and a tree.

I have hard copies of many computer resources, as I briefly mentioned above. I have never run across anything I was suspicious about or reliability to verify with a hard copy. That is not to say it has not or will not happen.

They made a movie starring me some years ago, “Dumb and Dumber.” The role of Dumb was already cast, so which part do you think I was cast for? I need all the help and resources I can manage for my studies.

I am never concerned about going off-topic, and it takes more discipline not to branch off like a family genealogy tree than I can muster. For most topics, you have to change direction to other applicable and relevant things.

Honesty, reputation, history, and reliability go a long way in the book of Dennis, 2^nd Opinions. Other than God's inerrant, infallible word, there will be mistakes, errors, differences in theology and interpretation, etc., in everything we read and study.

[OneLight]

11 minutes ago, Dennis1209 said:

 

I am not tech-savvy either but I am trying to learn.

Lesson #1 - get rid of your cell phone!