Ecclesiastes - Chapter 4
Lead Pastor Josh Carstensen continues our Ecclesiastes series.
We were made for friendship, but we're living through a friendship famine. In Ecclesiastes 4, Solomon reflects on a life filled with accomplishments but lacking deep connection. His words are hauntingly honest: without true friends, even success feels hollow.
In this message, we'll explore why friendship is so hard today, why it matters more than ever, and how the church can be a healing place to form lasting relationships. Whether you're surrounded by people or feeling painfully alone, this conversation might change the way you pursue community.
Key Moments
00:00 Welcome
01:01 Message: The Friendship Famine
05:29 Solomon's Insights on Friendship
07:21 Eight Reasons Why Friendship Matters
20:58 The Friendship Recession
24:48 Barriers to Making Friends
30:30 Understanding Different Levels of Friendship
35:04 Practical Steps to Cultivate Friendships
