Why Some Relationships Thrive and Others Don't (Psalm 133)

Scripture

• Psalms 133

About this sermon

What is the secret to deep relationships? In this teaching on Psalm 133, John Ortberg explores intimacy, connection, loneliness, and the small daily habits that strengthen relationships. Drawing from the work of relationship researcher John Gottman, John explains the powerful idea of "bids for connection"—the small invitations people make every day to share life together. This episode explores: - Psalm 133 and unity - What intimacy really means - The epidemic of loneliness - John Gottman's relationship research - Turning toward connection - Jesus as the master of connection - God's invitation to relationship throughout Scripture Featuring reflections on: - John Gottman - Dallas Willard - Robert Putnam Scriptures: - Psalm 133 - Genesis 2 - Genesis 3 - Genesis 4 #Psalm133 #JohnOrtberg #Relationships #Connection #Intimacy #SpiritualFormation #ChristianFaith #JohnGottman #BibleStudy #Psalms 📚 Today's Resources: John Gottman, The Relationship Cure: A 5 Step Guide to Strengthening Your Marriage, Family, and Friendships Robert D. Putnam, Bowling Alone: The Collapse and Revival of American Community 🙌 New episodes every weekday. 📲 Subscribe, like, and share to help others grow spiritually. One day at a time. Become New is here to help you grow spiritually one day at a time. TEXT us at 51504 EMAIL US at connect@becomenew.com GET OUR WEEKDAY EMAILS WITH EXTRA GOODIES at becomenew.com/subscribe GET A TEXT REMINDER FOR NEW VIDEOS: text NEW to 51504 SEND US PRAYER REQUESTS: via text or email; we'll send you a written prayer from our team DOWNLOAD FREE STUDY GUIDES: BecomeNew.com/study-guides 😊 Join Our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1CnqywVp9s/ 🤳Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/become.new/ Music Credits: Vikersund by RØRE - MB01V0UASAACPKE Alta by RØRE - MB01IWZVJASGKHF 00:00 Psalm 133 and the Nature of Intimacy 00:34 What Intimacy Really Is 01:18 God's Presence, Unity & Flourishing 01:47 Invited Into the Trinity 02:09 Common Myths About Intimacy 02:54 The Epidemic of Isolation 03:28 Twinkies, Broccoli & Friendship 04:15 Dallas Willard on Shared Experience 05:26 John Gottman & Bids for Connection 06:08 What Is a Bid for Connection? 06:54 Relationships Are Built on Bids 07:37 Jesus: Master of Connection 08:22 Turn Toward, Turn Away, Turn Against 09:06 God's Bid for Connection in Eden 09:52 "Want to Go for a Walk?" 10:28 The Cross: God's Costly Bid for Connection 10:59 Building Unity One Moment at a Time 11:46 Move Toward the Bid

Topics

• Bible Study
• Relationships