If you have purchased a Digital Study Edition CSB and have gone through the redemption process for the Digital CSB Study Bible in Lifeway On Demand, you will gain access to Study Mode in your CSB Experience within the app. By enabling Study Mode, you will gain access to an array of digital study tools embedded directly in the text. This guide will help you navigate and utilize these resources!
Enabling Study Mode
To access Study Mode:
Go to the CSB in Lifeway On Demand (Center landing): Toggle Study Mode on from the CSB Bible screen.
Navigating in Study Mode: Once Study Mode is enabled, you'll notice additional content highlighted throughout your reading experience.
Digital CSB Study Resources and Content Types
The Digital CSB Study Bible includes various types of study content, categorized and accessible in Study Mode. These resources are available both directly in the text and through the updated Resource Cards:
Study Notes: Verse-specific insights and explanations meant to enrich your time in devotion and study of God’s word.
Word Studies: In-depth word analyses in their original language with different Focus Passages where that specific word may be used in scripture.
Articles: Topical articles from the CSB Study Bible providing historical and theological context from trusted authors.
Book Introductions: Background information on each book of the Bible meant to provide historical context as well as provide an overview of how that specific book supports and sits in the overarching narrative of scripture.
Maps, Photographs, Illustrations, and Charts: Various resources meant to provide visual context to the passage you are reading, further enriching your experience with the CSB.
Resource Cards
As you engage with the Digital CSB Study Bible you will see that much of the available Study Content is surfaced for you through Resource Cards. These provide a streamlined and user-friendly experience that allows you to dive into the rich, trusted study bible content that will enable a deeper study experience for any book or passage you are reading. Each card includes:
A corner expand icon to make each resource easily identifiable as a “tap and engage” feature.
Unique icons representing each type of Study Resource.
Title, Description and other pertinent information to the specific Study Resource.
Engaging with Study Notes and Annotations
Study Notes and Annotations help users interact with and personalize the text more deeply, providing insight and personal application options.
Accessing Study Notes
Enable Study Mode: Navigate to the CSB Bible and turn on Study Mode (Study in the top right).
Tap the Highlighted Verse Number: Study Notes are accessible by tapping the verse number that becomes highlighted when in Study Mode. A light gold rectangle around the verse indicates available Study Notes.
Bottom Sheet Display: The Study Note will appear in a bottom sheet overlay, allowing you to continue scrolling the passage in the background while viewing the Study Note.
Creating Annotations (Highlights, Bookmarks, Notes)
Users can create annotations to capture personal reflections and mark passages of interest.
Highlight Text: Select text and choose the highlight option.
Bookmark Verses: Tap the verse and select “Bookmark” for easy return.
Add Notes: Long-press text or a verse to add a personal note.
Need Help?
If you encounter any issues while signing in, accessing your studies, or engaging with the Digital CSB Study Bible, our Customer Support team is here to help. You can reach them through the Support option under the Profile Icon in the app.
