St. John the Baptist is preparing the way for Jesus who is "The Way". John's baptism is one of repentance, a repentance that leads to Baptism in Christ, a baptism of the Holy Spirit and of fire. The crowds ask St. John the Baptist, "What should we do?" The answer is found in 5 steps.
1. Repent
2. Be Baptized and Confirmed
3. Practice Penance
4. Go to Confession
5. See Step 3