Mark 16:17

Punjabi 2021 CL-NA (ਪਵਿੱਤਰ ਬਾਈਬਲ (Revised Common Language North American Edition))

ਵਿਸ਼ਵਾਸ ਕਰਨ ਵਾਲਿਆਂ ਦੇ ਲਈ ਇਹ ਚਿੰਨ੍ਹ ਹੋਣਗੇ: ਉਹ ਮੇਰਾ ਨਾਮ ਲੈ ਕੇ ਦੁਸ਼ਟ ਆਤਮਾਵਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਕੱਢਣਗੇ; ਉਹ ਅਣਜਾਣ ਬੋਲੀਆਂ ਬੋਲਣਗੇ ।

What Does This Mean?

This verse from Mark's Gospel says that people who believe in Jesus will have the power to do amazing things, like cast out evil spirits and speak in new languages. It is part of Jesus' final words before ascending into heaven.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a superpower because you trust your best friend. This verse tells us that when we trust Jesus, he gives us special abilities, like talking to people in different languages or helping sick friends feel better.

Historical Background

The Gospel of Mark was written by John Mark around 65-70 AD. It is addressed to a broader audience, possibly including Gentile Christians living in Rome, providing an account of Jesus' life and teachings with emphasis on his miracles and authority.

Living It Out Today

Today, this verse encourages believers to trust that God gives them unique gifts and abilities when they follow Jesus. For example, someone might use their ability to learn languages quickly to serve others in a multicultural community.

Topics

• faith
• miracles
• salvation
• community
• God's power
• gifts of the Spirit

Related Verses

• Acts 2:4
• Luke 10:19
• Matthew 7:22
• Mark 9:38-40
• John 14:12

Recommended Reading

Commentary Mark Commentaries → Get This Bible Punjabi CL-NA (ਪਵਿੱਤਰ ਬਾਈਬਲ (Revised Common Language North American Edition)) Study Bible →

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean to cast out devils?

Casting out devils refers to freeing people from the influence or possession by evil spirits, something Jesus did frequently and taught his disciples they could do as well.

How can speaking in new tongues be understood today?

Speaking in new tongues often refers to speaking languages that were not previously known, which can empower believers to share the gospel with people from different cultures without needing formal language training.

Are these signs only for a select group of Christians?

The verse suggests these abilities are available to all who believe in Jesus. However, how they manifest and their frequency can vary among believers.

How should we approach these miraculous signs in our daily life?

These signs should be approached with faith and humility, recognizing that they come from God as a way to encourage belief and strengthen the community of followers.