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. You can find them all in paperback, Kindle, and audiobook HERE.

The John Wesley in Modern Language Series

John Wesley was the father of the many Methodist and Wesleyan denominations, and grandfather of the Pentecostal and holiness movements and the Salvation Army.

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.

These short books are 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.

There’s more to salvation than punching your ticket for heaven. John Wesley taught that full salvation means becoming completely holy in heart and life. This focus on personal holiness was one of the defining characteristics of the Wesleyan revival. The many Methodist and Wesleyan denominations, the Pentecostal and holiness movements, and the Salvation Army all trace their lineage back to these teachings.

Wesley’s followers believed what he taught fiercely, lived it out faithfully, and witnessed to it boldly, to the point that they were often violently persecuted. Today, millions of people attend the churches descended from the Wesleyan revival, but it’s often hard to tell them from their neighbors who don’t go to church at all. 

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.

“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. 

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.