In "Learning to Speak God from Scratch," Jonathan Merritt navigates the shifting landscape of faith dialogue with the finesse of a seasoned explorer. As he transitions from the familiar territories of the Bible Belt to the vibrant, pluralistic streets of New York City, Merritt confronts a palpable truth: the language of faith that once connected people now seems foreign, even alienating, in our rapidly evolving society. Through a compelling blend of personal narrative, cultural commentary, and unexpected biblical insights, Merritt embarks on a quest not just to find the words that resonate in today's world but to rediscover the power these words hold in connecting us to one another and the divine. This groundbreaking book is more than a guide to spiritual conversation; it is a journey to the heart of faith itself. Merritt challenges readers to reimagine how we converse about our beliefs in a postmodern era, where traditional terms like "grace," "sin," and "gospel" have lost their impact or taken on negative connotations. With vulnerability and insight, "Learning to Speak God from Scratch" offers a pathway to reviving our spiritual vocabulary, breathing new life into the way we share and live our faith. It is an invitation to those who feel lost in the language of the divine to find their voice and, in doing so, deepen their connection with God and each other in a world thirsting for genuine conversation.