Edit Topic ID: 100100
View
Topics
Home
Create a New Topic (Enter Topic_ID Manually)
Topic ID*
Section
Topic*
Prose (optional)
Topic Link (optional)
Create Topic
Topic_ID
Save
View
Section
Save
View
topic
Save
View
John 1:6-13--Witness to the Light
Prose
Save
View
<!DOCTYPE html> <html lang="en"> <head> <meta charset="UTF-8" /> <meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0" /> <title>Witness to the Light: A Commentary on John 1:6–13</title> <style> :root { --brand:#b9972c; --brand-2:#d4af37; --gold-50:#fdfcf6; --gold-500:#c2a94d; --gold-600:#8a6f1a; --navy-600:#1b2a49; --navy-700:#152038; --surface:#fff; --shadow:0 2px 5px rgba(0,0,0,.08); --measure:680px; } html, body { overflow: hidden; -webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch; -webkit-text-size-adjust:100%; font-family: Georgia, "Source Serif Pro", serif; background:var(--gold-50); color:var(--navy-700); margin:0; padding:0; } @supports (height: 100svh) { html { height: -webkit-fill-available; } body { min-height: 100svh; } } @supports not (height: 100svh) { html { height: -webkit-fill-available; } body { min-height: -webkit-fill-available; } } header { max-width:var(--measure); margin:0 auto; padding:.75rem 1rem .5rem; } h1 { text-align: center; color: var(--gold-600); font-weight: 700; font-size: 2rem; margin: 0; } article { font-size:1.2rem; max-width:var(--measure); margin:.5rem auto 2rem; padding:.75rem 1rem; background:var(--surface); box-shadow:var(--shadow); border-radius:12px; } article::after { content:""; display:block; clear:both; } p { margin:1em 0; line-height:1.6; } p.lead { font-size:1.22rem; } .dropcap:first-letter { float:left; font-size:2.6rem; font-weight:700; color:var(--brand); margin:.1rem .45rem 0 0; line-height:1; } h2, h3 { color:var(--gold-600); border-bottom:2px solid var(--brand); padding-bottom:.2em; margin-top:1.1rem; } article h2:first-of-type, article h3:first-of-type { margin-top:.7rem; } a { color:var(--navy-600); text-decoration:underline; } a[target="_blank"] { rel:noopener; } blockquote { background:#fffaf1ff; border-left:4px solid var(--gold-500); margin:1.1em 0; padding:.65em .9em; font-style:italic; } .scripture { background:#fffaf1ff; border-left:4px solid var(--gold-500); padding:.7em .9em; margin:1.1em 0; font-style:italic; } .scripture .ref { display:block; text-align:right; font-style:normal; font-weight:600; margin-top:.45em; } ul { list-style:none; padding-left:1.2em; margin:.9em 0; } ul li::before { content:"•"; color:var(--brand); margin-right:.5em; } ol { margin:.9em 0 .9em 1.2em; } .summary-box { background:#fffaf1ff; border:1px solid var(--gold-500); padding:1em; border-radius:8px; margin:1.1em 0; } body, article { overflow-wrap:anywhere; word-break:break-word; } img, svg, video, iframe { max-width:100%; height:auto; display:block; } pre { white-space:pre-wrap; overflow:auto; } body, header, article { overflow-x:clip; } </style> </head> <body> <h1>Witness to the Light</h1> <article> <h2>John 1:6-13</h2> <div class="scripture">"There was a man sent from God, whose name was John. He came as a witness, to bear witness about the light, that all might believe through him. He was not the light, but came to bear witness about the light. The true light, which gives light to everyone, was coming into the world. He was in the world, and the world was made through him, yet the world did not know him. He came to his own, and his own people did not receive him. But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God, who were born, not of blood nor of the will of the flesh nor of the will of man, but of God." <span class="ref">(John 1:6-13 ESV)</span></div> <h3>The Ministry of John the Baptist</h3> <p class="lead dropcap">In this passage, John introduces John the Baptist, who was sent by God to prepare the way for Jesus, the true Light of the world. John the Baptist's role was to point people to Christ, making it clear that he himself was not the Light but merely a witness to the Light. His ministry was centered on leading people to believe in Jesus, the true source of spiritual illumination.</p> <p>This distinction between John the Baptist and Jesus is crucial. John was a faithful servant, but he could not provide the salvation that only Christ could offer. He simply bore witness to the One who was coming—the One who alone could give light to everyone. John's example reminds us that, as disciples of Christ, we too are called to bear witness to the Light. We are not the source of light, but we point others to Jesus, the true Light who gives life to all who believe.</p> <h3>Scriptures to Study:</h3> <p>Isaiah 40:3, Luke 3:3-6, John 3:28-30, Acts 19:4</p> <h3>The True Light Rejected by the World</h3> <p>John 1:9-11 reveals the profound tragedy that the true Light, Jesus Christ, came into the world He created, yet the world did not recognize Him. The very creation that owed its existence to Him failed to see Him for who He was. This rejection was especially poignant among His own people who had long awaited the Messiah. Though He came to them, many did not receive Him. This rejection of Jesus illustrates the spiritual blindness that sin produces in the hearts of people, preventing them from recognizing the truth even when it is standing right in front of them.</p> <p>Despite this rejection, the light of Christ continues to shine. The rejection of Jesus by the world did not diminish His mission. Instead, it magnifies the grace of God, who continues to offer salvation to all who will receive it. Even when the world refuses to acknowledge Jesus, His light remains, and His love endures, inviting all to come to Him and find true life.</p> <h3>Scriptures to Study:</h3> <p>Isaiah 53:3, John 3:19-21, 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, Romans 1:21-23</p> <h3>The Right to Become Children of God</h3> <p>The passage goes on to offer one of the most glorious promises in all of Scripture: "But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God" (John 1:12). While many rejected Jesus, those who did receive Him—who believed in His name—were granted the incredible privilege of becoming children of God. This is a spiritual birth, one not based on human effort or lineage, but on the will and power of God Himself.</p> <p>This new identity as God's children comes through faith in Christ. It is not something we can earn or achieve by our own works; it is a gift of grace. To "believe in His name" means to trust in Jesus for who He truly is—the Son of God and the Savior of the world. Through this faith, we are adopted into God's family, with all the rights and privileges of being His children. This is the heart of the gospel message: through Christ, we are brought into a relationship with God as His beloved sons and daughters.</p> <p>The Holy Spirit plays a vital role in this transformation, working in our hearts to bring about this new birth. It is through the Spirit that we are made new creations (2 Corinthians 5:17) and empowered to live as children of God. The Spirit bears witness with our spirit that we are indeed God's children (Romans 8:16), and it is through Him that we cry out, "Abba, Father" (Galatians 4:6).</p> <h3>Scriptures to Study:</h3> <p>Galatians 3:26, Romans 8:14-17, Ephesians 1:5, 1 John 3:1-2</p> <h3>Summary of Key Points</h3> <ul> <li><b>John the Baptist was a witness</b> – His role was to point people to Jesus, the true Light, not to draw attention to himself.</li> <li><b>The true Light, Jesus, was rejected</b> – Though Jesus came into the world He created, many did not recognize Him or receive Him, highlighting humanity's spiritual blindness.</li> <li><b>Belief in Jesus gives us the right to become children of God</b> – Through faith in Christ, we are spiritually reborn as sons and daughters of God, not by human will, but by God's grace and power.</li> <li><b>The Holy Spirit enables this new birth</b> – It is the Holy Spirit who brings about our adoption into God's family, empowering us to live as His children.</li> </ul> <h3>Life Application Questions</h3> <ul> <li>How does John the Baptist's example of humility and witness challenge you in your own walk with Christ? In what ways can you point others to Jesus?</li> <li>Why do you think the world often fails to recognize or receive Jesus, even though He is the true Light? How can you help those around you to see Him more clearly?</li> <li>What does it mean to you personally to be a child of God? How does this identity shape the way you live your daily life and relate to God?</li> </ul> </article> </body> </html>
topic_link
Save
View
JohnProse.php
All Topics
100000
— >>>
John Chapters 1 - 2
100001
— John 1:1-5--The Incarnate God
100100
— John 1:6-13--Witness to the Light
100200
— John 1:14-18--Grace and Truth Revealed in Jesus Christ
100300
— John 1:19-34--Behold, the Lamb of God
100400
— John 1:35-51--A Call to Follow Jesus
100500
— John 2:1-12--The First Sign: Revealing the Glory of Christ
100600
— John 2:13-25--Jesus Cleanses the Temple
100697
— >>>
John Chapters 3 - 7
100700
— John 3:1-15-- The Necessity of Being Born Again
100750
— John 3:16-21--God's Love and Light
100800
— John 3:22-36--Jesus Above All: Humility, Authority, and Eternal Life
100900
— John 4:1-15--Jesus’ Grace for the Thirsty Soul
101000
— John 4:16-30--True Worship and the Messiah Revealed
101100
— John 4:31-42--The Savior of the World and the Harvest Before Us
101200
— John 4:43-54-Faith Beyond Signs: Trusting the Word of Christ
101300
— John 5:1-18--Jesus the Healer and Lord of the Sabbath
101400
— John 5:19-30--The Authority and Unity of the Son
101500
— John 5:31-47--Witnesses to the Truth: The Authority, Works, and Word of Christ
101600
— John 6:1-15--More Than Enough: Trusting the Provision and Kingship of Christ
101700
— John 6:16-24--Jesus in the Storm
101800
— John 6:25-40--Jesus, the Bread of Life
101900
— John 6:41-59--The Bread of Life
102000
— John 6:60-71--The Words of Eternal Life
102100
— John 7:1-24--God’s Timing, True Teaching, and Righteous Judgment
102200
— John 7:25-52--The Growing Controversy Over Jesus
102295
— >>>
John Chapter 8 - 14
102300
— John 8:1-11--Grace and Truth in Jesus
102400
— John 8:12-30
102500
— John 8:31-59
102600
— John 9:1-12
102700
— John 9:13-34
102800
— John 9:35-41
102900
— John 10:1-21
102950
— John 10:22-42
103000
— John 11:1-27
103100
— John 11:28-44
103200
— John 11:45-57
103300
— John 12:1-11
103400
— John 12:12-19
103500
— John 12:20-36
103600
— John 12:37-50
103700
— John 13:1-17
103800
— John 13:18-38
103900
— John 14:1-14
104000
— John 14:15-31
104097
— >>>
John Chapters 15 - 21
104100
— John 15:1-17
104200
— John 15:18-27
104300
— John 16:1-15
104400
— John 16:16-24
104500
— John 16:25-33
104600
— John 17:1-11
104700
— John 17:12-26
104800
— John 18:1-14
104900
— John 18:15-27
105000
— John 18:28-40
105100
— John 19:1-16
105200
— John 19:17-30
105300
— John 19:31-42
105400
— John 20:1-10
105500
— John 20:11-18
105600
— John 20:19-23
105700
— John 20:24-31
105800
— John 21:1-14
105900
— John 21:15-19
106000
— John 21:20-25
200000
— Salvation: Ephesians 2:8-9
Key Verses
200100
— Overcoming: Revelation 21:7
200200
— Worship in Spirit and Truth: John 4:24
200300
— Christ - Fully God and Fully Man