I’m David Wentz. I have a passion for connecting people with God and helping them make a difference.

I call it “Doing Christianity.” It’s the focus of pretty much everything I write, preach or teach.

After 38 years as a pastor, my ministry now is writing. I think you’ll like these best-selling books.

“This book thrilled my soul and reinvigorated my hope.” — Amazon reviewer

“Christians aren’t perfect, just forgiven.” John Wesley doesn’t agree. 

In this classic sermon, the father of Methodism and grandfather of the Salvation Army and the Pentecostal movement shows that under a proper Biblical definition, Christians not only can become perfect in this life —  God commands us to! 

Seeking perfection was an integral part of the explosive growth of Methodism for 100 years, even as it led to the persecution of those who practiced it. As many of the denominations descended from Wesley face turmoil and rebirth around the world, renewed attention to its theological roots is imperative. 

Wesley pulls no punches in his closely-argued Biblical logic, but his 18th-century English is unfamiliar to modern readers. Long-time pastor David Wentz has updated the language to restore its original force and spirit. The result is a text that readers of all levels of theological interest and expertise will understand and enjoy.

This short book is ideal for small groups and adult Sunday School classes. I’ve added an introduction that sets Wesley’s words in context, thoughtful discussion questions at the end of each section, a brief guide on how to lead small groups, and a suggested six-week schedule. For further study, Wesley’s numerous Scripture quotes and allusions are identified. Wesley’s full original version is included as an appendix.

Check it out! Click HERE. 

Is being good the way to heaven? Being religious? Jesus said, “You must be born again.” John Wesley, spiritual forefather of Methodist, Pentecostal, and Holiness churches and the Salvation Army, explains in this brief classic. One of the standard sermons Wesley required his circuit riders to learn and re-preach, The New Birth shows that religion and morality are good but new life in Jesus is vital.

Wesley’s 18th-century English is hard for most modern readers. As with my best-selling John Wesley’s The Character of a Methodist, I’ve updated the language to restore its original force and verve. The result is a text that readers of all levels of theological interest and expertise will understand and enjoy.

This short book is ideal for small groups and adult Sunday School classes. I’ve added an introduction that sets the work in context, thoughtful discussion questions at the end of each section, a brief guide on how to lead small groups, and a suggested six-week schedule. For further study, Wesley’s numerous Scripture quotes and allusions are identified. Wesley’s full original version is included as an appendix.

Check it out! Click HERE. 

“Come, Holy Spirit” is a common prayer, but few pastors are trained what to do if God answers with unusual power.

Spiritual outbreaks at Asbury University and other places show that the cycle of American revivals is rolling around again. Only God can ignite revival, but he uses pastors to grow and guard it. Yet Bible colleges and seminaries rarely address revival outside of church history classes.

Pastoring Revival: What to Do After the Holy Spirit Moves will equip you to:

• Understand how God has worked in past revivals
• Discern what is of God and what is of merely human origin, or worse
• Prepare for the unique decisions, problems, and opportunities of a church in revival
• Shepherd revival in a way that will strengthen rather than divide your church
• Grow your own spirit and maintain your health through it all

Drawing on two fascinating case studies, academic research, and his own thirty-eight years as a pastor, seeker, and student of revival, Dr. Wentz has produced a practical, engaging, Biblical, actionable guide to prepare every pastor for the next great move of God.

Don’t wait to prepare for revival until after it hits your church. Read Pastoring Revival today! Click HERE.

When Church Stops Working: Meeting With God in Your Living Room is written for the large and growing number of Christians who have stopped attending church. It features practical guidance for experiencing Jesus’ promise, “Where two or three gather as my followers, I am there among them” (Matthew 18:20). It’s available now in paperback, hardcover, Kindle, and audiobook by clicking HERE. It’s a great gift for anyone who doesn’t like church but still likes Jesus.

My John Wesley’s The Character of a Methodist is a perennial Amazon bestseller in Methodist Christianity. In these turbulent times for churches of the Wesleyan and Methodist tradition, many are using it to reconnect with the vision of the founder. Set in modern language with added discussion questions, it’s perfect for small-group Bible studies. You can find it by clicking HERE.

Over 15,000 copies of Pastoring: The Nuts and Bolts have been printed and distributed in seven languages. You can find it on Amazon  HERE. Scroll down for a video on the book’s impact in Turkey. You can also find the Application Guide on Amazon, with questions and exercises designed to take the principles in Pastoring and turn them into a customized action plan for your church.