What was the burden of the message of John the Baptist?

Answer

"Repent you: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand." "Bring forth therefore fruits meet for repentance."
Matt. 3: 2, 8.

Upon what ground does God's work for sinners rest?
In making this home, what besides man was needed?
How was the matter finally decided?
Against whom do the wicked go to make war, and what is the outcome?
What accompanies the earthquake?
What is implied in a knowledge of God and Jesus Christ?
Does God willingly afflict the children of men?

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