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A New Show with Logos: What in the Word?

Kirk E. Miller

I’m excited to share I’ll be launching a brand new YouTube and podcast show with Logos called What in the Word?

Coming soon

Ever read the Bible and thought, “What in the world does this mean?” From puzzling passages like the Nephilim in Genesis 6 to Paul’s cryptic reference to baptism for the dead in 1 Corinthians 15, scripture can leave even the most seasoned reader scratching their head. That’s where What in the Word? comes in.

Check it out! 👇🏻

Introduction

Whether you’re a pastor, a Bible teacher, or simply a curious Christian, join us as we explore these challenging passages, hear from expert guests, and grow in our understanding of God’s Word.

Learn more about the show by watching the full introduction below!

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How I Use Logos Bible Software (with Jason Stone)

Kirk E. Miller

Jason Stone recently invited me on to talk about how I use Logos Bible Software. (We barely scratched the surface!)

    Some follow up clarifications and answers to questions that were raised:

    1. The reason I couldn’t find any good examples of notes in the NET is that I had closed the NET and was accidentally looking at notes in the ESV notes—whoops!
    2. I’ve made my Custom Guide public, which can now be accessed here.
    3. Regarding the Information Tool, this page states, “You can change the settings so that the Information tool updates when you click a word instead of hover over it by clicking the panel menu icon  and selecting Click instead of Hover in the Update on: section. To freeze the Information tool: highlight a word or phrase and hold down the Cmd key (Mac) or Ctrl key (Windows) when moving the mouse.” In other words, use Cmd, not Shift, to lock a selection when set to hover.
    4. I confirmed, I have HALOT prioritized over NIDOTTE. However, it seems that the Information Tool provides a prioritized dictionary resource before one’s prioritized lexical resource. So that’s why NIDOTTE appeared on top in that instance.
    5. For those looking to subscribe to the Notes on ESV translation updates, you can find out how to do that here. I learned this from Mark Ward.

    What Does it Mean to Be Baptist?: Baptist Distinctives, Origins, Significant Figures, and More

    Kirk E. Miller

    “What comes to mind when you hear the word “Baptist”? I asked this question online, and to no great surprise I received an array of answers. Some think of an energetic church choir with colorful robes. Others think of solemn, even stuffy Sunday services where expressions of emotion are frowned upon. Some think of fiery, revivalistic preaching complete with weekly altar calls. Others think of detailed doctrinal expositions. One friend remarked that, in his experience, when some folks try to describe Baptists, they have an easier time listing things some Baptists don’t believe in (alcohol, dancing) than providing what Baptists do believe!

    These responses are all quite understandable. Baptists are a diverse bunch.

    So who are Baptists? And what do Baptists actually believe? In this article, we seek to answer theses question, giving the reader a basic primer on the Baptist tradition—with a view to using its resources for one’s study of Scripture.”

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    Top Preaching Tools & Resources That Belong in a Pastor’s Library

    Kirk E. Miller

    “In his classic work, The Christian Ministry, Charles Bridges opens his section on sermon composition with these words:

    How much responsibility attaches itself to the subject matter and the mode of our pulpit addresses! It cannot be of light moment, whether our people are “fed with knowledge and understanding,” or with ill-prepared and unsuitable provision. The pulpit is the ordinary distribution of the bread of life for their daily nourishment, and much wisdom indeed is here required.1

    Indeed, it is! Writing and delivering well-communicated, biblically faithful sermons demands our study and energy. But having the right tools can help us in that effort.

    In this article, we’ll survey some of the best tools and resources available to preachers in the sermon-preparation process.”

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    Recommended Books | Logos Bible Software

    Kirk E. Miller

    Update: You can access the recording of the webinar here, as well as access exclusive 35% discount on Logos Based Packages.

    Logos Bible Software has been working with me to put together a list of some of my most recommended books and resources. You can now find the page with those resources here.

    On this page, I include some of my top recommended books, both introductory, popular level works as well as more advanced and academic. In addition, I include a section on recommended resources for pastors for building their theological libraries. And this list is like a living document, meaning more books will probably get added in the future.

    (A small number of some of my favorite books, unfortunately, weren’t able to be included, because they aren’t [yet] available in Logos–but hopefully in the future! In the meantime, if you prefer, here you can access my complete list of book recommendations, including categories and explanations.