Getting Started with Logos Mobile
In the first part of Dr. John Fallahee’s 20‑minute walkthrough, he shows how Logos Mobile is a handy companion for anyone preparing sermons. The app runs on iOS, Android, and the web, and the interface stays consistent across platforms. The demo begins with a quick‑start navigation tour, which you can follow on your own device. 
Customizing Your Read‑in Experience
Before you dive into the Bible text, you’ll want to set up your view. The View Settings menu lets you choose font size, background color, and whether you prefer scrolling or paging. A quick tip is to set your preferences once and use the toolbar shortcut to switch between them later.
Adjusting the text size and view width can make a big difference in readability, especially if you’re using the app on a smaller phone screen. 
Audio Playback for On‑the‑Go Study
Logos can read the Bible aloud, which is useful for commuters or anyone who prefers listening. The audio controls appear in a small overlay that you can close by tapping the "X" button. This feature is handy when you want to keep your eyes on the road but still engage with Scripture.
To activate audio, simply start reading a passage, tap the speaker icon, and let Logos do the rest. 
Using the Sermon Manager for Manuscript Work
The Sermon Manager is a dedicated space for your sermon drafts. Dr. Fallahee opens a recent sermon on Revelation and demonstrates how the Preach Mode turns the screen into a distraction‑free full‑screen view. You can set a timer to keep track of your speaking time and toggle between paging and scrolling to suit the length of your sermon.
When you are ready to use the sermon during a service, simply tap "Preach" and the text appears in a clean layout. After you finish, return to the manager to make any final edits. 
Organizing Notes and Highlights with Notebooks
Logos has a built‑in note‑taking system that integrates with the Bible text. Creating a notebook—such as "Sermon Notes"—ensures that all your notes stay together. Dr. Fallahee shows how to add a note inside the notebook and automatically link Scripture verses.
Formatting icons help you categorize notes visually; for example, you might use a green heart icon for key ideas or a pencil icon for draft sections. Everything syncs across devices, so you can switch between phone and desktop without losing track.
Leveraging Layouts for Comparative Study
The split‑window layout lets you view multiple resources side‑by‑side—Bible text on one pane and a commentary or exegetical guide on the other. Dr. Fallahee demonstrates adding a study Bible and linking it to the main passage with the chain‑link icon.
Saving the layout gives you a reusable setup you can pull up whenever you tackle the same passage. To delete unwanted layouts, access the three‑dot menu and remove them from the default list.
Scanning Printed References with the Camera Tool
If you keep a notebook or printed references handy, the camera icon scans them into clickable passages. Dr. Fallahee scans a note containing multiple verses and saves them as a passage list called "mobile one." This list appears in both the mobile app and the desktop version, making it easy to move from the road to the office.
Because the scanner works best on printed text, it’s a good idea to print out key references before you go out. 
Advanced Tools: Timeline and Fact Book
For those who want deeper context, the Advanced Timeline lets you explore biblical events by date and search by name. Dr. Fallahee shows how to zoom in on a specific year or broaden the view to a whole century.
The Fact Book collects cross‑references, dictionaries, and sermon resources in one place. You can open it from the bottom‑right bar or via the Insight icon, and use it to pull up related concepts or commentaries quickly.
Putting It All Together for Sermon Prep
With these tools—customizable reading settings, audio playback, sermon manager, notebooks, split‑window layouts, scanning, and context resources—you can build a streamlined workflow for preparing every sermon. The key is to set up your default Bible, create a notebook for the topic, and save a split‑window layout that includes the main text and a preferred commentary. When you’re ready to deliver, switch to Preach Mode and let the timer keep you on track.
Using Logos Mobile in this way helps you dig deeper into Scripture while keeping your study organized and accessible from any device.