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 • 87 episodes
A Psychologist looks at Scripture
Latest Episodes
John 14-23-29 May 25 Love Peace and the Holy Spirit
Love is a central and recurring theme in John’s Gospel, and it has been a focus in previous episodes. Love lies at the core of Christian faith. However, I invite you to reflect on whether your image of God is one that is easy to love. Many iden...
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Episode 81
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Jn 13-31-33a-34-35, May 18-25 How to increase our ability to love
Jesus’ call to love is not easy, people are so afraid of being taken advantage of or they do not feel love for the person. Is Jesus calling his followers to something they cannot achieve? Are people who are loving more vulnerable to...
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Episode 80
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Jn 10-27-30, May 11-25 Are there shepherds amongst us?
Jesus portrays shepherds as protectors and guides for the sheep. Likely they served as metaphors of God’s protective and guiding nature. I wonder if there is more here. Perhaps the shepherd has a role to play in our faith.&nbs...
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Episode 79
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Jn 21-1-19 May 4-25 Leadership, Christian style
This teaching on leadership must have been revolutionary to the first listeners to this teaching. Jesus addresses this in Mark 10:42-45, as Jesus called them together and said, "You know that those who are regarded as rulers of the Gentil...
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Episode 78
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Jn 20:19-31 Apr 27-25 How do we live Christian Peace?
Peace is not just an absence of conflict. Lasting peace needs justice. There are also several levels of peace. There is peace between countries, communities, families and ultimately our own internal peace. Most of us are...
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Episode 77
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