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Galatians 5:16-23 teaches that at any moment we are either walking by the Holy Spirit or according to the sin nature. Walking by the Spirit, enjoying fellowship with God, walking in the light are virtually synonymous. During these times, the Holy Spirit is working in us to illuminate our minds to the truth of Scripture and to challenge us to apply what we learn. But when we sin, we begin to live based on the sin nature. Our works do not count for eternity. The only way to recover is to confess (admit, acknowledge) our sin to God the Father and we are instantly forgiven, cleansed, and recover our spiritual walk (1 John 1:9). Please make sure you are walking by the Spirit before you begin your Bible study, so it will be spiritually profitable.

Robert Dean

Robert Dean

Role: Pastor
Web: www.deanbibleministries.org

Dr. Robert L. Dean, Jr. is pastor of West Houston Bible Church in Houston, Texas.

Before coming to West Houston Bible Church, Dr. Dean was the Pastor of Preston City Bible Church in Preston, Connecticut. Prior to that he had served churches in both the Dallas and Houston, Texas areas and has over 35 years of pastoral experience.

Dr. Dean is a much sought after Bible teacher both in the United States and overseas. He serves on the adjunct faculty of Faith Evangelical Seminary and is the Chairman of the Governing Board for Chafer Theological Seminary.

Dr. Dean trained for the ministry at Dallas Theological Seminary where he earned a Th.M. in Hebrew and Old Testament Studies and later returned to pursue a Ph.D. in theological studies with an emphasis in Historical Theology. He also earned an M.A. in Philosophy from the University of St. Thomas (1987) and a Doctor of Ministry degree from Faith Evangelical Seminary (2002). In 1988 he was recognized as an Outstanding Young Man of America, and in 1989 was listed in the Who's Who in American Christian Leadership.

His academic training in Greek, Hebrew, theology, philosophy, and history enables him to study the Bible in the original languages and show how these eternal truths are as vital today as always.

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LIGHT from the LIGHT Episode 67
Sun, May 19, 2024
by Robert Dean
Passage: Matthew 11:28-30
Series: Light from the Light Channel
Duration: 18 mins 21 secs
Are you caught up in troubles, worries, and resentments? Our memory verses today are a promise from God to give us rest in the midst of adversity. Find out what Christ’s yoke is and how it challenges us to become His disciple.
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LIGHT from the LIGHT Episode 68
Sun, May 26, 2024
by Robert Dean
Passage: Psalm 147:3
Series: Light from the Light Channel
Duration: 11 mins 35 secs
Are you broken-hearted and don’t know where to turn today? Our memory verse has the answer. See what it means to praise God and thank Him for His providential care.
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Causes and Response to National Chaos
Thu, May 30, 2024
by Robert Dean
Passage: Psalm 56:4-11 & Romans 8:28
Series: Dr. Dean One-Lesson Specials
Duration: 1 hr 11 mins 52 secs
Are you discouraged and down hearted by what is happening in the world today? Listen to this message to be reminded that God is still in control no matter what the circumstances are. Hear the meaning of biblical hope and see a number of Scriptures that teach us the importance of trusting God. Understand the need for focusing on internalizing the Word of God more than ever before. Enjoy Dr. Dean's description and photographs of his and Jim Myers' recent trip to Eastern Europe and the many ways that the Word of God is going out from West Houston Bible Church.
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LIGHT from the LIGHT Episode 69
Sun, Jun 02, 2024
by Robert Dean
Passage: Psalm 94:19
Series: Light from the Light Channel
Duration: 20 mins 35 secs
Are you filled with fears and worries? Our memory verse today tells us we don’t have to face life alone. God has promised to comfort us in our troubles. Find out how to turn your cares over to Him.
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232 - Understanding Worship [C]
Sun, Jun 02, 2024
by Robert Dean
Passage: Ephesians 5:15-16 & Isaiah 6:1-4
Series: Ephesians (2018)
Duration: 1 hr 48 mins 41 secs
Why do we worship God? Listen to this message to learn that you need to saturate your thinking with the Word of God on a day-to-day basis to understand why God is worthy of all of our praise. Hear a number of biblical examples of people who worshiped God. See how the prophet Isaiah was in awe of God's uniqueness when He was taken to the Throne Room of God. Set aside time to learn about the character of God and all He has done for us.
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17.1 - Building Spiritual Life in the Israelites: Seven Key Events: 1. Covenant Breaking at Sinai
Tue, Jun 04, 2024
by Robert Dean
Passage: Exodus 32
Series: Interlocked (2023)
Duration: 1 hr 14 mins 24 secs
How should a redeemed people live? Listen to this message to learn that God gave the Mosaic Law to instruct the Israelites how they were to live spiritually. Hear seven events that show God's judgment on evil, beginning with the covenant breaking at Sinai. See the difference between physical circumcision and circumcision of the heart and between positional and experiential righteousness.
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74 - Why Did Christ “Lay Hold” of Me? [B]
Thu, Jun 06, 2024
by Robert Dean
Passage: Philippians 3:8-12
Series: Philippians (2022)
Duration: 1 hr 4 mins 19 secs
What is important to you in your daily life? Listen to this message to understand that gaining knowledge about Christ and being strengthened by the Holy Spirit are the things that should matter. Hear the importance of reading your Bible continuously to gain this knowledge and learn about three conclusions the Apostle Paul reached in this area.
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LIGHT from the LIGHT Episode 70
Sun, Jun 09, 2024
by Robert Dean
Passage: Revelation 21:4
Series: Light from the Light Channel
Duration: 12 mins 52 secs
What is the role of crying in a believer’s life? Our memory verse today tells us that crying is a part of life today in our fallen world but at a certain time in the future God will wipe away all tears from believers’ eyes. Hear biblical incidents of people crying.
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233 - How Should We Define Worship? – Part 1 [C]
Sun, Jun 09, 2024
by Robert Dean
Passage: Ephesians 5:15-20 & Isaiah 6:1-4
Series: Ephesians (2018)
Duration: 47 mins 27 secs
How should we define worship? Listen to this message to understand the introductory principles of biblical worship. Hear a number of different definitions based on word studies. See how worship is influenced by worldview and the importance of letting our thinking be changed by the Word of God.
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17.2 - Building Spiritual Life in the Israelites: Seven Key Events: Events #2–4
Tue, Jun 11, 2024
by Robert Dean
Passage: Joshua 6
Series: Interlocked (2023)
Duration: 1 hr 3 mins 34 secs

Events #2–4:

2) Declaration of Judgment War

3) Rebellion at Kadesh-Barnea

4) Victory at Jericho

Why did God tell Moses to utterly destroy the evil Canaanites? Listen to this message to learn that extreme evil must be isolated and removed. See that this is a preview of God’s judgment on all who reject Him because sin must be dealt with. Hear about incidents at Kadesh-Barnea and Jericho and how they teach us we must trust God and not lean on our own understanding.

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