One of the best ways to listen closely to the Bible is to create outlines that trace the flow of thought in lengthy passages or whole books. Here are some outlines I created, usually as preparation for a teaching or preaching assignment. Perhaps these will spur your thinking as you compare them with the Bible itself.
Genesis – Outline of Book
Genesis 25-35 – The Generations of Isaac (Life of Jacob)
Genesis 37-50 – The Generations of Jacob (Life of Joseph)
Genesis 39 – Outline of Chapter
Mark 7:1-23 – Outline of Passage
Philippians 2 – Christ Hymn Handout
Romans – Outline of Book – Long
Romans – Outline of Book – Medium
Romans – Outline of Book – Short
Romans – Outline of Book – Very Short
Romans 5:12-19 Adam-Christ Diagram
Romans 5:12-21 KJV-ESV Handout
Romans 6:1-14 KJV-ESV Handout
Romans 6:15-23 KJV-ESV Handout
Romans 7:1-6 KJV-ESV Handout
Romans 7:7-12 KJV-ESV Handout
Romans 7:13-25 KJV-ESV Handout
Romans 8:1-8 KJV-ESV Handout
Revelation 4-22 – Outline of Book