What Is Sin According to the Bible Beyond the Common Definition
Sin, heaven, and hell in the Bible go deeper than rule-breaking and geography. Here's what Scripture actually says about all three.
Selah EditorialJuly 1, 2026 · 12 min read
The Selah Blog
Devotionals, study insights, and answers for the curious — from a panel of contributors.
What Does the Bible Say About Fasting and Why It Matters
The Bible is clear on fasting — but most guides skip the part where you actually begin. Here's what Scripture says and how to start safely.
Selah Editorial·July 1, 2026 · 12 min read
Bible Questions
If God Knows the Future, Do Our Choices Really Matter?
If God already knows every decision you will make, do your choices still matter? Discover what the Bible says about God's foreknowledge, human responsibility, and the purpose behind our decisions.
Victor Johnmark·June 30, 2026 · 6 min read
Bible Questions Answered
What Was Jesus Writing in the Sand? The Mystery That Still Fascinates Christians
One of the most intriguing moments in the Gospels is when Jesus bends down and writes in the sand. The Bible never tells us what He wrote. Was it the sins of the accusers, a prophetic message, or something else entirely?
Victor Johnmark·June 29, 2026 · 5 min read
Biblical Characters
Why Did Judas Betray Jesus? The Real Story Behind History's Most Infamous Betrayal
Judas Iscariot is remembered as the disciple who betrayed Jesus, but what motivated him? Explore the biblical account, common misconceptions, and what his story teaches about faith, temptation, and the human heart.
Victor Johnmark·June 28, 2026 · 6 min read
Bible Questions Answered
Who Were the Nephilim? The Bible's Most Mysterious Giants Explained
The Nephilim appear only briefly in Scripture, yet they have sparked centuries of debate. Were they giants, fallen angels, powerful warriors, or something else entirely? Explore what the Bible actually says about the Nephilim.
Victor Johnmark·June 27, 2026 · 6 min read
Bible Studies
Why Did Jesus Speak in Parables? The Hidden Purpose Behind His Stories
Jesus taught through parables more than almost any other method, but why? Discover the biblical purpose behind parables, what they reveal about God's kingdom, and why some people understood them while others did not.
Victor Johnmark·June 26, 2026 · 6 min read
Christian Living
Why Does God Allow Suffering? A Biblical Answer to Life's Hardest Question
Why would a loving God allow pain, tragedy, and suffering? Explore what the Bible teaches about suffering, God's purpose in difficult seasons, and how faith survives when life hurts.
Victor Johnmark·June 26, 2026 · 8 min read
Christian Living
What Does It Mean to Walk by Faith and Not by Sight?
Discover what the Bible really means by "walking by faith and not by sight," why it matters in everyday life, and how faith helps believers trust God even when circumstances seem uncertain.
Victor Johnmark·June 24, 2026 · 8 min read
The Difference Between Grace and Mercy in the Bible
Grace, mercy, and forgiveness are not the same thing. Here's what each one means in Scripture and why the difference changes how you forgive.
Selah Editorial·June 22, 2026 · 14 min read
Is God's Grace a License to Keep Sinning? Paul Answers
Grace and forgiveness aren't the same thing — and confusing them leads to real guilt. Here's what Paul actually says in Romans 6 about sin and grace.
Selah Editorial·June 22, 2026 · 12 min read
How to Forgive Someone Who Has Never Said Sorry
Forgiving someone who never apologized is the hardest test of grace. Here's what the Bible actually says—and how to do it without faking peace.
Selah Editorial·June 21, 2026 · 12 min read