Slow Theology: Eight Practices for Resilient Faith in a Turbulent World
Digital Verbum Edition
Overview
Why slowing down is the secret to spiritual strength
In our fast-paced world of outrageous headlines and knee-jerk reactions, we struggle to hear God’s voice amid the noise. Despite constant connectivity, our lives lack true spiritual connection and depth.
A. J. Swoboda and Nijay Gupta offer a practical theology guide for building resilient faith through Christian discipleship. Addressing spiritual deconstruction and doubt with honesty, they show how to fortify your faith against cultural challenges through eight transformative spiritual practices, including
● taking your time in prayer and Bible study,
● building patience for your spiritual journey and faith formation,
● slowing down your thinking and decision-making process,
● finding peace with unanswered questions rather than demanding easy solutions, and
● facing spiritual difficulties head-on instead of avoiding them.
This Christian living book helps weary believers reconnect with God and neighbor through intentional spiritual growth. With a foreword by Glenn Packiam, it’s perfect for devotional reading, small group study, or anyone seeking authentic faith formation.
From the Back Cover
Hearing God’s Voice in a Fast-Paced World
Outrageous headlines grab our attention. Social media offers immediate satisfaction. Knee-jerk reactions reign supreme. And despite our constant connectivity, our lives increasingly lack true connection.
In this insightful book, A. J. Swoboda and Nijay Gupta offer eight everyday practices for slowing down amid the frenetic pace of life. These practices help us fortify our faith and discern God’s voice.
"This book is a breath of fresh air. Whether you are skeptical about Christianity or exhausted with theological bickering, A. J. and Nijay present a vision of Christian theology that just might inspire you to greater study of and relationship with God."
--Kaitlyn Schiess, senior editor, Holy Post Media; author of The Ballot and the Bible
"A great invitation to slow down, breathe, and believe afresh."
--Michael F. Bird, deputy principal, Ridley College, Melbourne, Australia
"A. J. and Nijay are calm voices of leadership in a time of great chaos. Slow Theology will help you endure."
--Heather Thompson Day, author of What If I’m Wrong?
"Swoboda and Gupta paint a beautiful, compelling, and deeply theological vision of living and walking with God at a pace that humanizes, nourishes, and leads to the flourishing of our souls."
--Jon Tyson, author and pastor of Church of the City New York (jontyson.org)
"Every page pulses with grace, truth, and an unflinching belief in the God who never rushes but always redeems. I will be recommending this book to pastors, students, and weary saints everywhere."
--Tara Beth Leach, author of The Great Morning Revolution
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- Advocates for a faith that is deep, patient, and resilient, capable of withstanding the pressures of a chaotic culture.
- Argue that the prevailing culture of immediacy and constant stimulation is detrimental to genuine spiritual growth.
- Proposes that a “slow” approach is not about being lazy or disengaged, but about being intentional, thoughtful, and deeply rooted.
Contents
Foreword by Glenn Packiam
Introduction
1. Take Your Time: Learn to Linger with God
2. Embrace the Theological Journey: Take the Long View of Faith
3. Think Slowly: Applying Sabbath to Our Theology
4. Ponder the Mysteries: Answers Aren’t Always the Answer
5. Go to the Problems: Challenge Yourself to Not Run from the Difficulties
6. Let Pain Be the Altar: Talking to God Through Our Difficulties
7. Believe Together: One Faith, One Body, and Communal Theology
8. Don’t Ever Give Up: Those Who Make It to the End Will Win
Conclusion
Reviews
1 rating
John Koeshall
9/18/2025
I read this book as part of the release team. In short: A guide book for the long and thick journey of the Christian life. Learn the "how to" of theology and the Christian disciplines that build antifragility in your life.