The sermon titled "Turning Back," delivered by Dr. Maxwell Ferguson, pivots on the concepts of discipleship and commitment to Christian faith. Dr. Ferguson seeks to understand the level of personal devotion to Jesus by drawing parallels with different aspects of life such as unwavering support for a sports team or a political party. He underscored the importance of a congregation fully committed to their faith to achieve their potential as a 'five-star church' and explored John 6:66-69, illustrating how many of Jesus' disciples turned back on their commitment. Dr. Ferguson conveyed that disbelief and reluctance to shed misconceptions were key reasons for the disciples' distancing from Jesus. Using metaphorical language about 'eating his flesh' and 'drinking his blood,' he emphasized that these words symbolized a profound belief in Jesus for eternal life. He urged the congregation to introspect if their faith was shaky or conditional and advised them to avoid lukewarm commitment. Dr. Ferguson ended his sermon advocating for unwavering discipleship and encouraging followers to prioritize Jesus above all, as the only source of salvation, hope, rest, joy, and peace. He invited the congregation to express their commitment through a standing pledge. Thus, the sermon centered around the themes of discipleship, commitment, and the implications of following Jesus, encouraging introspection and wholehearted devotion to Him.