Theology in the Raw Slow Theology: Drs. Nijay Gupta and A.J. Swoboda
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Sep 25, 2025 
A.J. Swoboda and Nijay Gupta delve into their book 'Slow Theology,' exploring the origins of the concept and its push against the rapid pace of modern faith. They discuss how fast culture undermines theological depth, especially through social media. The duo also examines the importance of embracing doubts and uncertainties in faith, as well as the need for slower ecclesiastical practices that promote deeper connections within church communities. Their insights encourage listeners to value a lifelong journey of theological reflection.
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What Slow Theology Means
- 'Slow theology' means cultivating faith in a non-reactive, intentional way instead of living on adrenaline.
- AJ and Nijay developed the idea from podcast conversations into a book to promote resilient faith.
Social Media Trains Fast, Shallow Faith
- Social media shifted from relational conversation to consumer-driven information that encourages constant data consumption.
- That shift trains Christians to approach faith as downloading data rather than relational formation.
Public Backlash Without Conversation
- Nijay and AJ recount being attacked online after a Christianity Today article about Jesus and doubt.
- They were surprised that critics talked about them publicly but didn't engage them directly in conversation.
