What did Christ say of those who rejected John's message?

Answer

"But the Pharisees and lawyers rejected the counsel of God against themselves, being not baptized of him."
Luke 7: 30.

By whom was this fulfilled?
What reason is given for Gods readiness to forgive sin?
What change is wrought in conversion, or the new birth?
Under the theocracy, how were the rebellious or willful transgressors treated ?
What was Paul's manner respecting the Sabbath?
Will this he a time of judgment?
What encouragement is given to study this book?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle