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.

Thank you for listening to this message from Northwest Hills Community Church in Corvallis, Oregon, on June 29, 2025, at 10:15 am. You can find us online at nwhills.com.

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