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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.

Latest sermons by
The Founders and the Foundations
Mon, Jul 15, 2024
by Robert Dean
Series: KHCB Radio Prayer Time Devotionals
Duration: 16 mins 15 secs
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19.1 - Understanding Suffering: Why Does God Allow Sin, Evil, and Personal Suffering?
Tue, Jul 16, 2024
by Robert Dean
Passage: Job 1-2 & Job 38-42
Series: Interlocked (2023)
Duration: 1 hr 11 mins 22 secs
Why is there evil, sin, and suffering in the world? Listen to this message to learn that God allows evil in the world that is brought about by man's own actions. See that God is always the invisible factor in all events and He uses suffering to fulfill His own plan for the good of those who trust in Him. Hear a number of direct causes of suffering and how believers are commanded to be thankful for their suffering.
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79 - Be Imitators [B]
Thu, Jul 18, 2024
by Robert Dean
Passage: Philippians 3:17-21
Series: Philippians (2022)
Duration: 1 hr 2 mins 43 secs
What does the Apostle Paul mean when he tells believers to be imitators of himself? Listen to this message to learn that Paul is referring to a pattern all believers are to follow which comes from Jesus Christ. In contrast, see that we are not to follow the example of those who are enemies of the Cross. Find out the importance of looking at the context to gain the meaning of Scripture.
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239 - Excellence in Song [C]
Sun, Jul 21, 2024
by Robert Dean
Passage: Ephesians 5:18-21 & Colossians 3:16
Series: Ephesians (2018)
Duration: 1 hr 2 mins 29 secs

What is beauty? The Bible says a lot about objective, intrinsic beauty which fits eternal guidelines. Hear twelve biblical standards for beauty and find out that we can evaluate music we sing in church by these standards. All that we do should be to glorify God, which means pursue excellence in our music which conforms to the standards of Philippians 4:8. Look to God's creation to see excellence in beauty and observe a chart that contrasts pop culture with traditional/high culture.

Dr. Dean's updated Music and Worship reading list is available in the Text: notes link below.

The Text: slideshow link below includes links to James Spiegel's "Aesthetics and Worship" paper as well as Kenneth Myers' All God's Children and Blue Suede Shoes: Christians and Pop Culture.

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LIGHT from the LIGHT Episode 76
Sun, Jul 21, 2024
by Robert Dean
Series: Light from the Light Channel
Duration: 15 mins 40 secs
Will God never forget about you once you trust in Him as your Savior? Our memory verses today reassure us that we don't need to envy evil people who seem to be getting away with their wickedness. God never abandons His saints and will judge evil.
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The Importance of the Bible
Mon, Jul 22, 2024
by Robert Dean
Series: KHCB Radio Prayer Time Devotionals
Duration: 16 mins 46 secs
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19.2 - Understanding Suffering: Why Does God Allow Sin, Evil, and Personal Suffering? Suffering Because of God's Intervention
Tue, Jul 23, 2024
by Robert Dean
Passage: Job 1-2 & Job 38-42
Series: Interlocked (2023)
Duration: 1 hr 0 mins 9 secs

Last week we heard about how our actions bring on much of our own suffering. Tonight we're going to hear about several categories of undeserved suffering and how God uses them for our benefit. For unbelievers, God uses suffering as a wake-up call to turn them to faith in Christ. For believers, this suffering can motivate us to spiritual growth. We need to remember that we are being observed by others when we suffer to see if we are trusting God and are joyful.

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80 - Imitating Paul = Imitating Christ [B]
Thu, Jul 25, 2024
by Robert Dean
Passage: Philippians 3:17-21
Series: Philippians (2022)
Duration: 57 mins 58 secs
What key patterns does the Apostle Paul want us to imitate? Listen to this message to learn that as we mature spiritually we should have unity in our thoughts and actions that come from the Word of God. Hear the chronological order of a number of passages where Paul encourages believers to imitate him as he is imitating Christ. Find out that the goal is to walk in love so we will be worthy of our calling.
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LIGHT from the LIGHT Episode 77
Sun, Jul 28, 2024
by Robert Dean
Passage: Hebrews 13:5
Series: Light from the Light Channel
Duration: 22 mins 29 secs
Have you ever been abandoned by someone? God has promised He will never leave us or forsake us. It's important not to love and rely on our money or to worry about the future but to trust in God's protection .
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240 - The Biblical Culture of Worship [C]
Sun, Jul 28, 2024
by Robert Dean
Passage: Ephesians 5:18-21 & Colossians 3:16
Series: Ephesians (2018)
Duration: 59 mins 54 secs
How influenced are you by the world system? If you’re not sure, listen to this message and take a little pop quiz to see what is influencing your thinking. To counter this constant barrage of worldly information, have your thinking transformed by the Holy Spirit as you learn the standards of God’s Word and worship Him in a God- and Christ-centered way that reflects His majesty.
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