Building a Personal Prayer and Devotion Study System with Logos
In this training webinar, Dr. John Fallahee walks through a practical approach to creating a personal system for prayer and devotional study using Logos Bible Software. The goal is to help you develop habits that connect Scripture with prayer in a structured yet flexible way.
Start with a Dated Prayer List
One of the first steps shown is creating a new prayer list through the Document menu. Give the list a clear title and add a date so you can find it easily later. The list includes two main areas: a notes section for recording the prayer request or topic, and an answer box where you note how God responds. This simple structure helps you keep track of both the request and the answer without forgetting.
Set Realistic Reminder Frequencies
The prayer list tool lets you choose how often you want to be reminded about a particular prayer. You can set a daily, weekly, monthly, or yearly reminder, or define a start and end date for time‑limited prayers such as those for a hospital stay. Setting a weekly reminder for a specific day of the week, for example, helps maintain consistency without feeling burdensome.
Organize with Tags and Sharing
Tags are a useful way to categorize prayers — adding tags like “webinar” or “prayer‑request” makes it easy to filter later. You can also choose to make the list public or share it with a Faithlife group, which encourages accountability and lets others join in prayer.
Integrate a Reading Plan with Your Prayer List
Dr. Fallahee demonstrates how to create a reading plan that focuses on specific passages rather than a pre‑set schedule. Choose Bible as the source, enter the passages you want to cover (separated by semicolons), set a start date, and limit the plan to weekdays only. Checking the “One chapter per session” option ensures the plan moves book by book, making it easier to reflect and pray on each portion.
Once the reading plan is created, you can drag it onto your dashboard for quick access. As you read a passage, the text can inspire a prayer, which you then record in your prayer list, creating a feedback loop between Scripture and prayer.
Use the Memorization Tool for Key Verses
A passage list can be turned into a memorization aid. Add verses you want to commit to memory — such as Psalm 1 — and select practice or quiz modes. The software offers several view options, including hiding all but the first letter or randomizing the order, which can help reinforce recall.
Save a Custom Layout for Quick Access
After setting up your prayer list, reading plan, and memorization tool, you can combine them into a single layout. Save this layout with a name like “prayer devotional” and add it to the shortcut toolbar. The layout might include a Bible reading pane, a prayer journal section, and a speaking‑to‑God area, allowing you to move smoothly through your devotional time.
Leverage Specialized Searches for Prayer Themes
The webinar also covers seven specialized searches that help locate passages related to particular prayer themes. For example, a search for language describing God’s glory can uncover verses that speak to majesty and splendor, while a search focused on motives and manners can reveal the attitudes of biblical characters, prompting self‑examination in your own prayer life.
Practical Takeaways
- Create a dated prayer list with notes and answer sections.
- Set reminder frequencies that fit your schedule.
- Use tags to organize and filter prayers.
- Share prayer lists with Faithlife groups for collaborative prayer.
- Build a reading plan that aligns Scripture with your prayer focus.
- Employ the memorization tool to embed key verses into your devotional rhythm.
- Save a custom layout that combines all your devotion tools for seamless use.
- Explore specialized topic searches to find relevant passages quickly.
By following these steps, you can build a cohesive system that supports intentional, Scripture‑based prayer and deepens your relationship with God. The webinar recording is available for later review, and you can explore the linked resources for further study.