Robert Wolgemuth obit

Robert Wolgemuth, Best-Selling Christian Author and Husband of Nancy DeMoss, Dies at 77

 

He was not on the list.

On Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 the Revive Our Hearts community announced the passing of Robert Wolgemuth, who “departed from his earthly body and this broken world and entered into the glory of eternity with Christ.”

At seventy-seven years old, Robert’s home-going concluded a life marked by deep faith, unwavering integrity and a passion to see others know and love the Savior. Known affectionately by many simply as Bob, Robert’s final days were spent surrounded by prayer, love, and the companionship of his wife, Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth, founder and lead Bible teacher of Revive Our Hearts. After a brief battle dealing with complications from pneumonia, he was peacefully ushered into eternity, confident in the promise that “those who die in the Lord will live again.”

On Facebook, Revive Our Hearts ministry wrote:

Over the last few days, several close friends and family members have kept vigil with me around Robert’s bed, singing hymns, praying, waiting, weeping . . . and worshiping. His children and grandchildren (who we were able to spend time with less than a month ago) said good-bye through FaceTime.

Last night, one of Robert’s brothers and his wife spent the night with me in the hospital room. Robert’s breathing had been slowing down, with longer pauses between each one.

Just before 5:00 this morning, I was prompted to play a beautiful song called “Come to Jesus.” The last stanza says:

And with your final heartbeat, kiss the world goodbye

Then go in peace, and laugh on Glory’s side.

And fly to Jesus, fly to Jesus

Fly to Jesus and live.

On the phrase, “with your final heartbeat,” Robert took a gasping breath. We watched intently, waiting to see if he would take another one. It was to be his last.

At the end of the chorus, Robert’s brother said softly, with wonder and awe: “He just flew to Jesus!”

It was a sacred, glorious moment. An incredible gift from the Lord.

A Life Devoted to the Word and to People

Robert’s influence in Christian publishing and ministry stretched across more than four decades. As the founder of the literary agency Wolgemuth & Associates (now Wolgemuth & Wilson), he invested in authors, shepherded stories and shaped generations of Christian voices. A gifted communicator, he authored more than twenty books that have sold over two million copies, with five receiving Silver Medallion Awards from the Evangelical Christian Publishers Association. His work included beloved titles such as Lies Men Believe, Gun Lap, Finish Line, and the devotional notes to the Men’s Daily Bible. Together with Nancy, he co-authored You Can Trust God to Write Your Story, a testament to his own unwavering trust in God’s providence. Beyond publishing, Robert’s heart was for people. After retirement, he poured that same zeal into Revive Our Hearts, caring for donors, staff and strengthening those around him with the same grace and wisdom he shared in his writings. His “love for Jesus and for Nancy was contagious,” and his absence is felt keenly among colleagues, friends and the global community he served.

Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Friend

Robert was first and foremost a devoted husband and family man. He is survived by Nancy, his dearest friend and prayer partner of ten years, and was the beloved father of two daughters from his first marriage to Bobbie Wolgemuth (d. 2014). He also leaves behind five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren who will carry on his legacy of faith.

Written works (partial list)

She Calls Me Daddy: Seven Things Every Man Needs to Know About Building a Complete Daughter (1996)

The Devotional Bible for Dads (1999)

Pray with Me Daddy: Conversations with God for Dads and Daughters (1999)

Daddy@Work: Loving Your Family, Loving Your Job...Being Your Best in Both Worlds (2002)

O Worship the King: Hymns of Praise and Assurance to Encourage Your Heart, co-authored with John F. MacArthur, Joni Eareckson Tada, and Bobbie Wolgemuth (2000)

What's in the Bible: A One-Volume Guidebook to God's Word, co-authored with R.C. Sproul (2001)

What Wondrous Love Is This: Hymns of Wonder and Worship to Remember His Love, co-authored with John F. MacArthur, Joni Eareckson Tada, and Bobbie Wolgemuth (2002)

When Morning Gilds the Skies: Hymns of Heaven and Our Eternal Hope, co-authored with John F. MacArthur, Joni Eareckson Tada, and Bobbie Wolgemuth (2002)

Prayers from a Dad's Heart (2003)

Dad's Prayer Journal: A Guided Journal (2004)

How to Lead Your Child to Christ, co-authored with Bobbie Wolgemuth (2005)

7 Things You Better Have Nailed Down Before All Hell Breaks Loose (2007)

Dad's Bible: The Father's Plan (2007)

Fathers of the Bible: A Devotional (2008)

She Still Calls Me Daddy: Building a New Relationship with Your Daughter After You Walk Her Down the Aisle (2009)

The Father's Plan: A Bible Study for Dads (2010)

Letters to God Bible (2010)

Couples of the Bible: A One-Year Devotional Study to Draw You Closer to God and Each Other, co-authored with Bobbie Wolgemuth (2013)

Dad's Devotional Bible (2015)

Like the Shepherd: Leading Your Marriage with Love and Grace (Hardcover) (2017)