In this sermon, the speaker discusses the events leading up to Jesus' crucifixion and the trial that took place. He references Mark 14:63, where the high priest and council sought witnesses against Jesus but found none whose testimonies aligned. The speaker highlights the weakness of the witnesses and suggests that a sensible judge would have dismissed the case. He also mentions the division of power in Rome and compares it to the ruling of the British Empire. The sermon concludes with a cautionary tale about a minister's unfortunate choice of words at a funeral.

In this sermon, the preacher delves into the meaning of 'witnesses' (martus/martys) in the Bible, highlighting the dual role of a witness as one who has seen or experienced something and one who testifies to what they saw. The sermon emphasizes the importance of being a witness in legal settings and in recounting firsthand knowledge. It also explores how witnesses in the Bible attest to facts, give evidence, and confirm truth through verbal testimony. The preacher connects the concept of witnesses to the Old Testament 'formula' of 'two or three witnesses' and discusses how witnesses in Hebrews 11 exemplify faith in God. The sermon concludes by discussing the significance of being a witness for Jesus, even to the point of martyrdom, and how the power of the Holy Spirit enables believers to be effective witnesses to the truth of God and His coming judgment.