What condition did Les say Israel was in during the early signs in John?

Les explains that the first seven signs in John were directed at the nation of Israel and occurred before His crucifixion. In the early part of these signs, Israel is without joy, sick, and impotent, but the nation still has a flicker of hope to recognize the Messiah. Les suggests that based on the Old Testament promises, Israel could have had the King and the Kingdom if they had believed Him. God in His foreknowledge knew they would reject it, so everything falls into place to fulfill the eternal purposes of God, which was the cross. Les says He made a valid offer: they could have had the King, but they refused to see Him. All through the first three or four signs, the nation was still in a position where they could have repented, recognized who He was, and experienced the fruition of all the promises. By the account of Lazarus, it becomes evident they are not going to accept Him.