Slow Theology: Simple Faith for Chaotic Times

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S4E6: Spiritual Practices When You Are Struggling with Doubt Nov 28, 2021

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In the last episode of Season 4, Nijay and AJ talk about habits and practices that keep their faith steady, even and especially in periods of doubt and apathy. (Find out what why AJ "hums" to strengthen his faith!)

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S4E5: Wrestling with Troubling Texts in the Bible Nov 13, 2021

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How do you process difficult texts of the Bible? Texts that seem immoral or even antithetical to the fundamentals of Christian faith? AJ and Nijay reflect on "hermeneutics" (how we approach the Bible), using Philemon as a case study.

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S4E4: After "After Doubt": The Conversation Continues Nov 07, 2021

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A.J. Swoboda wrote a book called AFTER DOUBT, which came out in early 2021. It has received hundreds of favorable reviews from readers, and it has generated rich conversations about faith, doubt, deconstruction, and walking with Jesus in the mess of real life. In this ep, Nijay and AJ chat about the kinds of questions that have emerged over 2021 as he has interacted with readers and other scholars.

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S4E3: Emotional God, Emotional Gospel Oct 27, 2021

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Christian faith is an intellectual faith, but is it also emotional? Nijay and AJ talk about the importance of bringing not only our minds into our relationship with God, but also our emotional self.

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S4E2: The Gospel for Doubters: What Does It Mean to Be Saved? Oct 23, 2021

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Often people's disappointment with the Bible and Christianity comes through hearing a weak and insubstantial message of "salvation." AJ and Nijay talk about a more holistic salvation, without ignoring the importance of forgiveness and personal reconciliation with God. This may be a helpful way for those who struggle with doubt to "see" God's presence and goodness in all contexts.

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S4E1: The Gospel for Doubters—Is the Gospel still GOOD NEWS? Oct 18, 2021

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AJ and Nijay are back with a fourth series on "The Gospel for Doubters." They try to get back to the heart of the good news of Jesus Christ. Even with all the messiness that comes with this package of "Christianity," is there a Jesus there at the center that is still worth it in the end?

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Podcast Short 4: "I've Changed My Mind (On a Big Theological Issue)—And That's OK" Aug 24, 2021

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AJ and Nijay have a candid conversation about a moment in each of their lives when they have changed their minds on a theological issue. They want to normalize openness to learning, and humility in dialogue.

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Podcast Short 3: Hard Question, Honest Answers Aug 18, 2021

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In this "podcast short," AJ and Nijay put each other in the hot seat with a spontaneous and unplanned question and raw answers.

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S3E4: Slow Theology in an Instant World Aug 11, 2021

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What affect does our "instant" world have on our theology and our relationship with God? AJ and Nijay process the dangers of knee-jerk theological engagement on social media and the urge to resolve theological tensions in our lives in general. Does the Bible encourage slow formation? Why? How? To what end?

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S3E3: Can I love science and the Bible both? Jul 31, 2021

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One of the reasons that believers experience doubt relates to science and what seems like contractions between science and the Bible. AJ and Nijay share about their love for science and the Bible both.

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