Mark 16:17
And these signs will accompany those who believe: In My name they will drive out demons; they will speak in new tongues;
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Mark 16:17?

2. How can believers today "drive out demons" as stated in Mark 16:17?

3. What does "speak in new tongues" mean for modern Christians in Mark 16:17?

4. How does Mark 16:17 connect with the gifts of the Spirit in Acts?

5. How should Christians prepare to exercise the signs mentioned in Mark 16:17?

6. What role does faith play in experiencing the signs of Mark 16:17?

7. What does Mark 16:17 mean by "signs" that will accompany believers?

8. How should Christians interpret the promise of casting out demons in Mark 16:17?

9. Why do some Christians not experience the signs mentioned in Mark 16:17?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Mark 16?

11. How do the miraculous signs in Mark 16:17–18 (like snake handling and drinking poison) stand up to modern scientific understanding?

12. What defines a miracle?

13. What Bible verses support Christian exorcism practices?

14. What is the purpose of speaking in tongues?
Discussion Questions
1. How does understanding the authority given in Jesus' name impact your daily walk as a believer?

2. In what ways can you cultivate a deeper reliance on the Holy Spirit to experience the signs mentioned in Mark 16:17?

3. How do the events of Pentecost in Acts 2 relate to the promise of speaking in new tongues in Mark 16:17?

4. What practical steps can you take to engage in spiritual warfare, knowing that believers have authority over demons?

5. How can the diversity of spiritual gifts, such as speaking in tongues, be used to promote unity and edification within your local church community?1. What can we learn from the reactions of the women at the tomb about dealing with unexpected life situations?

2. Why do you think the angel specifically mentioned Peter when instructing the women?

3. How do the disciples' initial reactions to the resurrection news speak to the struggle between doubt and faith?

4. How does Jesus' first appearance to Mary Magdalene underline His care for those who are often marginalized in society?

5. What can the disciples’ disbelief upon hearing of Jesus’ resurrection teach us about the nature of faith?

6. What is the significance of Jesus appearing in different forms after His resurrection?

7. How can we interpret the Great Commission in today’s context?

8. What do the signs promised by Jesus in His commission mean for believers today?

9. How does the Ascension of Jesus broaden our understanding of His lordship and authority?

10. How does the disciples' obedience to Jesus' commission challenge us in our Christian mission?

11. How can we embrace and communicate the joy and hope of the Resurrection in our daily lives?

12. How does the notion of Jesus appearing in different forms challenge our understanding of His presence?

13. What does the repeated disbelief of the disciples teach us about human skepticism and faith?

14. In what ways does Jesus' rebuke of the disciples' unbelief speak to our own moments of doubt?

15. How can Jesus' promise of signs accompanying the belief help us recognize His work in our lives?

16. What is the significance of Jesus sitting at the right hand of God after His ascension?

17. How can the disciples’ transformation from disbelief to active preachers inspire our spiritual journey?

18. In the light of the Great Commission, how can we witness effectively to non-believers?

19. What can we learn from the disciples' journey of fear, doubt, belief, and mission?

20. How does Mark 16 inspire us to embrace and share the transformative power of Jesus' resurrection in our own lives?

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