A Psychologist looks at Scripture
In this 8-10 minute podcast, I as a psychologist and a priest use my training and skills to examine the Gospels. I will present alternative interpretations and insights into the meaning of Scripture for men and women in the 21st century.
I can be reached at peter.dohertyomi@gmail.com.
Podcasting since 2023 • 124 episodes
A Psychologist looks at Scripture
Latest Episodes
Mt 5.13-16 Feb 8-26 Jesus' Images: Spiritual Symbols, Mental Realms
In today’s Gospel Jesus describes living our faith in three metaphors that would be easily understood by the first listeners. Also, I suspect the choice of the metaphors may have additional meaning too.The first metaphor that Jesus...
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Season 3
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Episode 116
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7:26
Mt 5.1-12 Feb 1-26 Soul Science: The Beatitudes Unmasked
In the podcast today we are introduced to a segment of the teachings of Jesus known as the Beatitudes. The Beatitudes gives us insight into the mind of Jesus. There is some debate about what Jesus actually meant but let’s look more ...
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Season 3
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Episode 115
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14:45
Mt 4.12-17 Jan 25-26 From Nets to the Unknown: The Disciples' Shocking Yes!
This Gospel describes the early beginnings of Jesus ministry. The death of John the Baptist seems to be the trigger for Jesus, and he begins by inviting people to join him in his mission. There are two points I want to draw your att...
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Season 3
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Episode 114
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7:56
John 1:29-34 Jan 18-26 Where does doubt fit in my spirituality?
The lesson for us is not to get alarmed if we have periods of doubt or question aspects of our faith. As pointed out, these are signs of an adult faith. I invite you to see doubts as an invitation to explore, to be curious, to quest...
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Season 3
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Episode 113
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9:53
Mt 3.13-17 Jan 11-25 Unburden the Soul: Faith, Forgiveness, and Mental Freedom
Today’s edition focuses on the Baptism of Jesus by John the Baptist. This is only recorded direct episode of Jesus interacting with John the Baptist. To give you some context, John was inviting people to the Jordan River for a spiri...
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Season 3
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Episode 112
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8:05