Monday Motivation | The Loneliness Epidemic

Loneliness is everywhere. Studies show that 80% of Gen Z report feeling lonely, more than any other generation in history. Millennials aren’t far behind at 72%. Even Gen X and Baby Boomers struggle. Across the globe, 1 in 3 adults admit to feeling lonely.

Maybe that’s you right now. You scroll social media, you see highlight reels of everyone else’s life, and deep down you wonder why you feel so empty. You’re not alone in that thought. But the truth is: you were created for real connection, not isolation.

👉 In this Monday Motivation, DJ shares what the Bible says about loneliness, friendships, and finding the kind of community that doesn’t fade like a sandcastle at the shore. From 1 Corinthians 15:33 (“Bad company corrupts good morals”) to Proverbs 13:20 (“Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise”), God’s Word is clear: the people you surround yourself with can either pull you away from Him or sharpen you for eternity.

DJ also shares personal stories—like the time his home congregation surrounded his family in prayer while his mother battled cancer, and the joy of church family celebrating the birth of his sons. These are moments of real community, not loneliness.

✅ Key takeaways from today’s message:

Loneliness is real—but it doesn’t define you.

Fake friends soothe for a season. Real friends sharpen for eternity.

God wired us for deep relationships. Even Adam wasn’t meant to be alone.

Jesus promises His presence. You’re never truly alone when you belong to Him.

The church is God’s answer to loneliness. It’s not perfect people—it’s forgiven people pointing each other toward Christ.

So if you’re tired of feeling lonely, here’s the challenge:

🔹 Check your circle. Do your closest relationships point you closer to God or pull you further away?

🔹 Step into community. Don’t settle for surface-level “sandcastle” friendships.

🔹 Remember your true identity. You are loved. You are seen. And you are never alone.