What was the special mission of John the Baptist?

Answer

"There was a man sent from God, whose name was John. The same came for a witness, to bear witness of
the Light, that all men through him might believe." John 1: 6, 7.

What does God design that His Word shall be to us in this world of darkness, sin, and death?
What is God declared to be?
In what condition are all before they are quickened with Christ?
Why was He to be named Jesus?
How heavy was the burden which rested on His soul on the night of His betrayal?
When did this long period expire?
When, according to prophecy, were men to amass great wealth?

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