Baptism of Repentance

1. What was John's primary message and how does that relate to his call to prepare for the coming of Jesus?
2. How was John's message similar and different than other Old Testament prophets?
3. Why do you think John was so harsh with those who were coming out to get baptized by John?
4. What did John tell the people to do when asked what they should do to bear fruit with repentance?