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.
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Mother Jones’ shameful attack on the Christian adoption movement
By Jonathan Merritt — April 18, 2013
A major publication attempts to pour cold water on the Christian adoption movement.
Transparent Leadership: An interview with Catalyst’s Brad Lomenick
By Jonathan Merritt — April 16, 2013
Brad Lomenick leads one of the nation's largest networks of Christians. Here he discusses what he believes the future of religious leadership looks like.
The most oppressive Bible verse that never was
By Jonathan Merritt — April 15, 2013
Some conservative Christians live oppressed lives rooted in a verse that doesn't even exist.
Fox News’ evangelical Democrat: An interview with Kirsten Powers
By Jonathan Merritt — April 10, 2013
Fox News' Kirsten Powers is both an evangelical and a Democrat. Here she talks about media bias, faith, and her take on the hot button topics of gun control and gay marriage.
Fox News’ evangelical Democrat: An interview with Kirsten Powers
By Jonathan Merritt — April 10, 2013
Fox News' Kirsten Powers is both an evangelical and a Democrat. Here she talks about media bias, faith, and her take on the hot button topics of gun control and gay marriage.
Is Francis the first Protestant Pope?
By Jonathan Merritt — April 10, 2013
Many Protestants are warming to Pope Francis. Could this newfound affection lead to mending fences between the estranged Christian bodies?
Partisanship, gay marriage, and the common good: An interview with Jim Wallis
By Jonathan Merritt — April 8, 2013
Jim Wallis has released a new book on the common good. Here he shares his ideas and why he's changed his mind on gay marriage.
Christian leaders mourn with Rick Warren over son’s suicide
By Jonathan Merritt — April 6, 2013
Christian leaders from across the spectrum express their sadness and support over Pastor Rick Warren's son's suicide.
Asking questions that matter: An interview with Ken Coleman
By Jonathan Merritt — April 4, 2013
Master interviewer Ken Coleman's book highlights more than 35 A-listers answering life's most important questions.
In the Middle East, not America, Christians are actually persecuted
By Jonathan Merritt — April 3, 2013
Some American Christians have a persecution complex. Recent events in places like the Middle East demonstrate what actual persecution looks like.
Understanding the battle over evolution: An interview with Gerald Rau
By Jonathan Merritt — April 2, 2013
The battle over origins of life continues to rage, but what is at the heart of it all? Scholar and author Gerald Rau explains.
Did The Bible finale stick to the story?
By Jonathan Merritt — April 1, 2013
The finale to the hit series' reportedly left viewer's in tears. But how accurate was its storyline?
Waking to the wonder of God: An interview with Margaret Feinberg
By Jonathan Merritt — March 29, 2013
The influential speaker and author urges the faithful to begin searching for God in uncommon places.
Poll: Bible’s influence waning in America, but still strong
By Jonathan Merritt — March 28, 2013
A new study shows that though the Bible's influence is slipping, the book is still highly influential among Americans.
A summons to lose your life: An interview with David Platt
By Jonathan Merritt — March 26, 2013
David Platt, New York Times bestselling author and preacher, talks about his radical message and why it has ruffled so many Christians' feathers.
