The LP was polarizing due to Dylan's dramatic shift from the themes and musical styles of his prior recordings. Slow Train Coming had a more soulful and gospel-influenced sound, alienating some fans who loved the musician's earlier folk-rock and acoustic music.
Dylan converted to Christianity in 1978. His faith was reflected throughout the album’s lyrics. Many listeners reportedly found its overtly religious tone jarring, with songs like "Gotta Serve Somebody" and "When He Returns" seeming out of step with the rest of his catalog.
In an interview with writer Karen Hughes, Dylan discussed the reason behind his changed belief system. He called being born again "a hard thing." He explained, "It would have been easier if I had become a Buddhist, or a Scientologist, or if I had gone to Sing Sing."
"I guess He's always been calling me", Dylan added. "Of course, how would I have ever known that? I always thought it was some voice that would be more identifiable. But God's got his own purpose and time for everything. He knew when I would respond to His call".
Slow Train Coming would place at number 16 in a list of the 100 greatest albums in Christian Music. It would achieve platinum sales status in the United States.
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