The word new appears only three times in Mark

The word new appears only three times in Mark
Chapter 14
24: And he said unto them, This is my blood of the new testament, which is shed for many.
25: Verily I say unto you, I will drink no more of the fruit of the vine, until that day that I drink it new in the kingdom of God.
Chapter 16
17: And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues;
Only the first reference could be construed as relating to now. It goes back to Chapter 1 when Jesus identifies the gospelAs the nearness of Abba and Abba's realm Accessible via repentance and belief
In the second reference the realm is in the future and it is a placeA place where Abba's will is done
Finally the followers of Jesus will cast out evil and speak a new language
Is it any wonder that the world resonates to the newIn Mark the new time is announcedThe veracity of a new belief is attestedNow time advancesPresent progressesEverything always newDo not be surprised at miraclesNor put off by new languages The Cap Tip Club - note to friends and followers