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.

28. BY what miracle and phenomenon in nature did God indicate the character of the deed which was being committed?
How are the rise and work of this power described?
Of what is the Sabbath commandment a part?
Was there anything made without Christ?
How was the \"devotion\", of the \"faithful\" disturbed?
Under whose influence are the nations to be assembled?
At this time what event is imminent?

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