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 prophecy foretold of the disposal of Christ's garments at the crucifixion?
In thus reconciling the world unto Himself, what attitude did God take toward men?
By what should we test, or prove, all doctrine?
When will the gifts of the Spirit he no longer needed?
What instruction is given in the New Testament regarding marriage with unbelievers?
What power mentioned in the thirteenth chapter of Revelation is to enforce this mark?
If John, therefore, referred to a day of the week, on what day must he have been in the Spirit?

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