The Holy Post 690: Flying Bishops, Evangelical Ignorance, & Slow Theology with A.J. Swoboda & Nijay Gupta
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Oct 8, 2025 
Join A.J. Swoboda, an author and professor dedicated to Christian formation, and Nijay Gupta, a New Testament scholar, as they explore the concept of Slow Theology. They discuss how society's craving for quick answers fuels spiritual disillusionment and the importance of deliberate theological reflection. Nijay shares an insightful metaphor comparing deconstruction to chemotherapy, highlighting its potential for healing when done thoughtfully. They emphasize the need for churches to embrace lament, engage hard questions, and practice theology communally for deeper spiritual formation.
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Center-Set Church Practice Example
- Mike Erre describes his church as independent and center-set, handling contentious issues case-by-case.
- He uses relational orientation toward Jesus as the measure of participation rather than strict boundary tests.
Origins Of Slow Theology Project
- A.J. and Nijay started their Slow Theology project after seeing widespread fragile, reactive faith and deconstruction.
- They built practices to encourage patient, non-reactive theological reflection.
Deconstruction As Therapeutic Risk
- Deconstruction can function like chemotherapy: painful but potentially purging idols if applied surgically.
- The same process that heals can also destroy if used indiscriminately.
