Robert Wolgemuth

1948–2026

The Lord is my light and my salvation;
whom shall I fear?
The Lord is the strength of my life;
of whom shall I be afraid?
Psalm 27:1

Safely Home

With eyes full of tears, yet hearts full of hope, we share the news that Saturday morning, January 10, 2026, Robert Wolgemuth, beloved dear husband (“DH”) to Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth, departed from his earthly body and this broken world and entered into the glory of eternity with Christ. Robert was seventy-seven. He was surrounded by the prayers and support of family members and friends, with Nancy by his side, as his faith became sight.

Robert’s Home-going followed a brief but intense battle with complications from pneumonia, for which he was hospitalized since Christmas Eve, most recently in Grand Rapids, Michigan. While our hearts are filled with sorrow, we do not grieve as those who have no hope (1 Thess. 4:13), believing that those who die in the Lord will live again and that Robert has found ultimate relief and healing with Christ (Job 14:14; 19:25).

We join Nancy in giving thanks to God for the life of His servant Robert, and in repeating these words that have been so precious to Robert and Nancy and to the entire Revive Our Hearts family:

Heaven rules.
Jesus is near. In life and in death.

Full obituary and memorial arrangements to follow.

In lieu of flowers, a gift to Revive Our Hearts in memory of Robert Wolgemuth honors his passion to see others know and love the Savior.

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About Robert

Robert and Nancy

Robert Wolgemuth (1948–2026) was the beloved dear husband (“DH”) of Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth. In addition to being the father to two grown daughters he shared with his late wife, Bobbie Wolgemuth (d. 2014), Robert was a grandfather of five and great-grandfather of three.

Following Bobbie’s death, Robert married Nancy Leigh DeMoss, founder and lead Bible teacher of Revive Our Hearts, and became Nancy’s dearest friend and confidant, prayer partner, and enthusiastic cheerleader throughout their ten years of marriage.

Robert Wolgemuth Robert’s career spanned more than forty years in the publishing industry, where among other notable roles, he founded the literary agency Wolgemuth & Associates (now Wolgemuth & Wilson). He was also the best-selling author of more than twenty books including Lies Men Believe, Gun Lap, Finish Line, and the notes to the Men’s Daily Bible. Together, Robert and Nancy co-authored You Can Trust God to Write Your Story. His books have sold more than two million copies, and five have received Silver Medallion Awards from the Evangelical Christian Publishers Association (ECPA).

After retiring from Wolgemuth and Associates, Robert served tirelessly alongside Nancy at Revive Our Hearts—caring for donors and encouraging staff. His love for Jesus and for Nancy was contagious, and his absence is felt keenly.

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Be prepared to face the day with a devotional from Robert Wolgemuth.

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So they collected them and filled twelve baskets with the pieces from the five barley loaves that were left over by those who had eaten. John 6:13

Robert’s Books

Finish Line

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You Can Trust God to Write Your Story

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Gun Lap

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Lies Men Believe

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Reflections on Robert’s Life and Work

  • “I’ve known Robert Wolgemuth for almost four decades. During that time, I’ve watched him walk with purpose and integrity.”

    Michael HyattNew York Times Bestselling Author

  • “Through his work, Robert Wolgemuth shows you how to make every day count, drawing you closer to God and helping you get a fresh perspective on your life. I highly recommend him.”

    Greg LauriePastor/Evangelist, Harvest Ministries

  • “Be inspired by words of a man who is leading the way around the track to the home stretch and beyond with faith, courage, and joy. A remarkable man.”

    Jack GrahamPastor, Prestonwood Baptist Church

  • “My favorite thing about Robert’s writing is that as I was reading, it seemed more like I was having a conversation with my friend, rather than turning the pages of a book. Try this yourself. The experience will be the same. Wonderful. Trust me.”

    Ken DavisAuthor, Speaker, CEO The Art in Business of Public Speaking

  • “Robert Wolgemuth shows us how it is actually possible to so live our lives—from our first burst out of the blocks to our final lap. I love this man.”

    George GrantPastor, Parish Presbyterian Church, Franklin, TN

  • “Robert writes with an eternal perspective, and a fatherly tenderness and understanding, reaching out his hand to the reader. I believe many will be touched and encouraged by his warm and insightful work.”

    Randy AlcornAuthor of Heaven, We Shall See God and The Promise of the New Earth