Rejection and Acceptance of the light

Ref: John 1: 8-13
Purpose of the light
John was not the light but sent to testify about the light (the Word) v9 the True light which will enlighten everyone.
The purpose of the light is to enlighten and that was what he was coming into the world to do.
His rejection
v. 10 unfortunately the world did not recognise the presence of the light or benefit from his presence or purpose.
v11 even his own did not recognise him or receive him.
His acceptance
v12-13
those who receuve him and believe, he gave power/right to become the children of God.
another benefit is that these people get enlightened, they shine, they become relevant, cannot be ignored
also because the function of light is also overcome darkness and it cannot overcome them.

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