Things Above Conversation with AJ Swoboda and Nijay Gupta
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Dec 3, 2025 
AJ Swoboda, a theologian and author, and Nijay Gupta, a New Testament scholar, engage in a thought-provoking discussion about their book, 'Slow Theology.' They explore the need for a Sabbath-paced approach to faith, addressing cultural challenges and spiritual deconstruction. Their insights cover building resilience through struggle, the importance of relational knowing over mere information, and the dangers of instant answers in our digital age. Together, they offer transformative practices for those seeking authentic spiritual growth.
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The Need For Sabbath-Paced Theology
- Fast decisions often produce short-sighted, ill-informed theology that fails in crises.
- AJ invites the church to apply a Sabbath-like slow pace to thoughtful theology formation.
Build Faith For The Long Haul
- Prepare your spiritual life for inevitable storms by building long-term habits and supports.
- Treat discipleship like an ultra-marathon requiring rhythm, training, and resilient practices.
Struggle Can Build Anti-Fragile Faith
- Resilience means withstanding chaos; anti-fragility means being strengthened by it.
- AJ links discipleship to anti-fragility: struggle trains us to become more loving and capable.