Jonathan Merritt
Jonathan Merritt is senior columnist for Religion News Service and a contributing writer for The Atlantic. He has published more than 2500 articles in outlets like USA Today, The Week, Buzzfeed and National Journal. Jonathan is author of "Jesus is Better Than You Imagined" and "A Faith of Our Own: Following Jesus Beyond the Culture Wars." He resides in Brooklyn, NY.
All Stories by Jonathan Merritt
Faith and the fight to get sober: An interview with Heather Kopp
By Jonathan Merritt — July 26, 2013
Heather Kopp, a former self-described "Christian drunk," shares her incredible story of faith and recovery.
New data shows religious left may soon outnumber religious right
By Jonathan Merritt — July 25, 2013
A new poll shows religious progressives will soon outnumber religious conservatives in America.
Moving beyond gender stereotypes: An interview with Larry Crabb
By Jonathan Merritt — July 24, 2013
Bestselling author and psychologist Larry Crabb enters the gender debate that is raging among Christians.
Why evangelicals’ push for immigration reform isn’t working
By Jonathan Merritt — July 23, 2013
Evangelical leaders are pushing for immigration reform. Here's why the effort is failing to convince some lawmakers.
Finding God in prison: An interview with filmmaker Galley Molina
By Jonathan Merritt — July 19, 2013
Former drug trafficker Galley Molina gathers A-list musicians and actors for his new film and shares his story of meeting God in prison.
George Zimmerman and the myth of post-racial America
By Jonathan Merritt — July 18, 2013
Reaction to the George Zimmerman verdict uncover deep racial tensions. How do we move forward?
How Christians should respond to the Zimmerman verdict: An interview with Leroy Barber
By Jonathan Merritt — July 16, 2013
In the wake of the Zimmerman verdict, an African-American leader urges Christians to listen, learn, and lament.
Top 10 religious books I’ve read in the last 10 years
By Jonathan Merritt — July 15, 2013
Jonathan shares the books that have most influenced him. What is on your list?
When faith and creativity collide: An interview with Blaine Hogan
By Jonathan Merritt — July 11, 2013
The creative director at Willow Creek Community Church explores the intersection of faith and creativity.
Samuel Adams unnecessarily brews controversy
By Jonathan Merritt — July 9, 2013
The beer maker omits reference to God in their Declaration of Independence advertisement, outraging some consumers.
Does the Bible actually teach “eternal security”? An interview with Scot McKnight
By Jonathan Merritt — July 8, 2013
Professor and author Scot McKnight dives headfirst into the contentious Christian debate over "eternal security."
Should Christians oppose the “surveillance state”?
By Jonathan Merritt — July 4, 2013
As the recent NSA scandal dominates the headlines, Jonathan Merritt asks what positions Christians should take.
Religion and human rights: An interview with President Jimmy Carter (part two)
By Jonathan Merritt — July 1, 2013
President Jimmy Carter discusses women’s rights, DOMA, and the afterlife.
Religion and human rights: An interview with President Jimmy Carter (part one)
By Jonathan Merritt — July 1, 2013
President Jimmy Carter discusses women’s rights, President Obama’s performance on these issues, and what he thinks about the afterlife.
God’s heart for justice: An interview with Ken Wytsma
By Jonathan Merritt — June 27, 2013
Author Ken Wytsma shares a vision for justice that transcends partisan politics.
