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

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 ScriptureFeaturing reflections on:- John Gottman- Dallas Willard- Robert PutnamScriptures:- 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 51504EMAIL US at [email protected] OUR WEEKDAY EMAILS WITH EXTRA GOODIES at becomenew.com/subscribeGET A TEXT REMINDER FOR NEW VIDEOS: text NEW to 51504SEND US PRAYER REQUESTS: via text or email; we'll send you a written prayer from our teamDOWNLOAD 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 - MB01V0UASAACPKEAlta by RØRE - MB01IWZVJASGKHF00:00 Psalm 133 and the Nature of Intimacy00:34 What Intimacy Really Is01:18 God's Presence, Unity & Flourishing01:47 Invited Into the Trinity02:09 Common Myths About Intimacy02:54 The Epidemic of Isolation03:28 Twinkies, Broccoli & Friendship04:15 Dallas Willard on Shared Experience05:26 John Gottman & Bids for Connection06:08 What Is a Bid for Connection?06:54 Relationships Are Built on Bids07:37 Jesus: Master of Connection08:22 Turn Toward, Turn Away, Turn Against09:06 God's Bid for Connection in Eden09:52 "Want to Go for a Walk?"10:28 The Cross: God's Costly Bid for Connection10:59 Building Unity One Moment at a Time11:46 Move Toward the Bid