Mark 16:16
Mark 16:16 in Multiple Translations
Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned.
He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned.
He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that disbelieveth shall be condemned.
He who has faith and is given baptism will get salvation; but he who has not faith will be judged.
Anyone who trusts in me and is baptized will be saved, but anyone who chooses not to trust will be condemned.
He that shall beleeue and be baptized, shalbe saued: but he that will not beleeue, shalbe damned.
he who hath believed, and hath been baptized, shall be saved; and he who hath not believed, shall be condemned.
He who believes and is baptized will be saved; but he who disbelieves will be condemned.
He that believeth and is baptized, shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned.
He that believeth and is baptized, shall be saved: but he that believeth not shall be condemned.
Everyone who believes your message and who is baptized will be saved {God will save}. But everyone who does not believe it will be condemned {God will condemn}.
Some people will believe that message, and then you have to take them through that special washing ceremony, called baptism. God will save those people. But God will not save people that don’t believe that message. He will blame them and say they are guilty.
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Greek Word Reference — Mark 16:16
Study Notes — Mark 16:16
- Context
- Cross References
- Mark 16:16 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Mark 16:16
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Mark 16:16
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Mark 16:16
- Trapp's Commentary on Mark 16:16
- Ellicott's Commentary on Mark 16:16
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Mark 16:16
- Cambridge Bible on Mark 16:16
- Barnes' Notes on Mark 16:16
- Whedon's Commentary on Mark 16:16
- Sermons on Mark 16:16
Context — The Great Commission
16Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned.
17And these signs will accompany those who believe: In My name they will drive out demons; they will speak in new tongues; 18they will pick up snakes with their hands, and if they drink any deadly poison, it will not harm them; they will lay their hands on the sick, and they will be made well.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | John 11:25–26 | Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in Me will live, even though he dies. And everyone who lives and believes in Me will never die. Do you believe this?” |
| 2 | John 3:36 | Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life. Whoever rejects the Son will not see life. Instead, the wrath of God remains on him.” |
| 3 | Romans 10:9–14 | that if you confess with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. For with your heart you believe and are justified, and with your mouth you confess and are saved. It is just as the Scripture says: “Anyone who believes in Him will never be put to shame.” For there is no difference between Jew and Greek: The same Lord is Lord of all, and gives richly to all who call on Him, for, “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” How then can they call on the One in whom they have not believed? And how can they believe in the One of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone to preach? |
| 4 | John 3:18–19 | Whoever believes in Him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe has already been condemned, because he has not believed in the name of God’s one and only Son. And this is the verdict: The Light has come into the world, but men loved the darkness rather than the Light because their deeds were evil. |
| 5 | John 3:15–16 | that everyone who believes in Him may have eternal life. For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that everyone who believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life. |
| 6 | Acts 2:38 | Peter replied, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. |
| 7 | John 5:24 | Truly, truly, I tell you, whoever hears My word and believes Him who sent Me has eternal life and will not come under judgment. Indeed, he has crossed over from death to life. |
| 8 | John 8:24 | That is why I told you that you would die in your sins. For unless you believe that I am He, you will die in your sins.” |
| 9 | John 12:46–48 | I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in Me should remain in darkness. As for anyone who hears My words and does not keep them, I do not judge him. For I have not come to judge the world, but to save the world. There is a judge for the one who rejects Me and does not receive My words: The word that I have spoken will judge him on the last day. |
| 10 | 1 John 5:10–13 | Whoever believes in the Son of God has this testimony within him; whoever does not believe God has made Him out to be a liar, because he has not believed in the testimony that God has given about His Son. And this is that testimony: God has given us eternal life, and this life is in His Son. Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life. I have written these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, so that you may know that you have eternal life. |
Mark 16:16 Summary
This verse means that if we believe in Jesus and are baptized, we will be saved, but if we don't believe, we will face condemnation. It's like what Jesus said in John 3:16, that God loves us so much He sent Jesus to save us, and if we believe in Him, we won't perish but have eternal life. Baptism is an important step in showing our faith, like a public declaration of our love for Jesus, as seen in Matthew 28:19. By following Jesus and being obedient to His commands, we can experience the signs of a living faith, like Jesus described in Mark 16:17-18.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the relationship between faith and baptism in Mark 16:16?
According to Mark 16:16, faith and baptism are closely linked, with baptism being an outward expression of inward faith, as also seen in Matthew 28:19 and Romans 6:4.
Is baptism necessary for salvation?
While Mark 16:16 mentions baptism alongside belief, other verses like Ephesians 2:8-9 and John 3:16 emphasize that salvation comes by faith alone, suggesting that baptism is an act of obedience rather than a requirement for salvation.
What happens to those who do not believe?
According to Mark 16:16, those who do not believe will be condemned, a concept also found in John 3:18 and Revelation 20:15, emphasizing the importance of placing one's faith in Jesus Christ for salvation.
How does this verse relate to the Great Commission?
Mark 16:16 is part of Jesus' commission to His disciples to preach the gospel to every creature, as seen in Mark 16:15, highlighting the importance of sharing the message of salvation with all people, as also commanded in Matthew 28:18-20.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to truly believe in Jesus, and how can I demonstrate my faith in my daily life?
- How can I share the gospel with those around me, as commanded in Mark 16:15, and what role can I play in fulfilling the Great Commission?
- What are some ways that I can practically live out my faith, as described in Mark 16:17-18, and what signs of a living faith should I be looking for in my own life?
- How can I balance the importance of baptism as an act of obedience with the understanding that salvation comes by faith alone, and what does this mean for my own walk with God?
Gill's Exposition on Mark 16:16
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Mark 16:16
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Mark 16:16
Trapp's Commentary on Mark 16:16
Ellicott's Commentary on Mark 16:16
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Mark 16:16
Cambridge Bible on Mark 16:16
Barnes' Notes on Mark 16:16
Whedon's Commentary on Mark 16:16
Sermons on Mark 16:16
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Water Baptism - Part 1 by Derek Prince | In this sermon, Derek Prince emphasizes the importance of not just believing and confessing the Gospel, but also demonstrating it through our actions. He shares a principle he taug |
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Whatever Happened to Repentance? by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of repentance and the forgiveness of sins through the blood of Jesus. He urges the congregation to come forward and confess t |
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Baptism by Jacob Prasch | In this sermon, Jacob Prast discusses the topic of baptism, specifically focusing on water baptism. He references Colossians 2:12, which speaks about being buried with Jesus in bap |
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Accidents, Not Punishments by C.H. Spurgeon | In this sermon, the preacher reflects on a tragic incident where a couple is crushed and killed in an accident. The preacher emphasizes that this event should not be seen as a puni |
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Grieving the Holy Spirit by C.H. Spurgeon | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the experience of feeling distant from God and lacking spiritual understanding, comfort, and power. He emphasizes the need for individuals and |
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Corn in Egypt by C.H. Spurgeon | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of relying solely on the sufferings of Jesus Christ on the cross for salvation. He encourages the listeners to believe in Jes |
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Miracles Are a Must! by Andrew Strom | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of embodying the mission of Jesus in our lives. He highlights four key aspects of Jesus' mission: preaching the gospel, minis |





