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.

For what purpose were the Scriptures written?
What question did others raise in opposition to this view?
What comment has the Apostle Paul made upon this commandment?
What is to take place in the days of these kingdoms?
What was the difference between Cain's and Abel's characters?
Of what did Christ say the Son of man is Lord?
What was the burden of the message of John the Baptist?

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