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[A] = summary lessons
[B] = exegetical analysis
[C] = topical doctrinal studies
What is a Mini-Series?
A Mini-Series is a small subset of lessons from a major series which covers a particular subject or book. The class numbers will be in reference to the major series rather than the mini-series.
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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22 - History and the Grace of God [B]
Tuesday, July 20, 2021
by Robert Dean
Passage: Judges 3:7 & Judges 3:9
Series: Judges (2021)
Duration: 1 hr 8 mins 25 secs
Do you have questions about what promises from the Old Testament can be claimed by us today? Listen to this lesson to learn the importance of context. Hear how our nation gradually became paganized and find out how this downward drift can be reversed by calling on the grace of God. Realize that God intervenes in the lives of people in history so we need to go forward maintaining our mission and watching God’s plan unfold.
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113 - Love: A Fruit of the Spirit [B]
Sunday, July 18, 2021
by Robert Dean
Passage: Ephesians 4:2-3
Series: Ephesians (2018)
Duration: 58 mins 11 secs

Are you ready for a challenge? If so, listen to this message to learn how to become someone who loves others the way Christ loves us. Hear the characteristics of biblical love listed in 1 Corinthians 13 and see that without love none of our Christian service has value. Find out that it’s impossible to produce Christian love in ourselves by trying, but only when we’re studying God’s Word and walking by means of the Holy Spirit can it be produced in our lives.

Dr. Dean recommends you also listen to a complementary lesson in his 1 Corinthians series to add to your understanding of this passage. 1 Corinthians #085.

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Memorial Service for Billie Joan “Tutts” Westfall
Saturday, July 17, 2021
by Robert Dean
Passage: Isaiah 53
Series: Memorial Services
Duration: 1 hr 33 mins 17 secs
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052 - Scoffers & the Second Coming [B]
Thursday, July 15, 2021
by Robert Dean
Passage: 2 Peter 3:3-4
Series: 2 Peter (2019)
Duration: 1 hr 6 mins 38 secs
What are the “last days” mentioned in the Bible? Listen to this message to learn the different meanings of “last days“. Find out about the lusts of the false prophets and see what the scoffers will be saying. Hear a number of sources that help you answer their objections. Realize that God’s plan for mankind is laid out in great detail and can be studied for us to understand.
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21 - The Justice and the Grace of God [B]
Tuesday, July 13, 2021
by Robert Dean
Passage: Judges 3:7 & Judges 3:9
Series: Judges (2021)
Duration: 1 hr 10 mins 41 secs
What happens to a nation that forgets the Creator God of history? Listen to this lesson to get a clearer understanding of the sinkhole we are facing as our nation falls prey to the evils of human viewpoint. Find out the indictment God pronounced on the Israelites and the divine discipline they would receive unless they changed their minds. Gain a historical perspective on the causes of these problems and see that without God we have no anchor for our souls but are left twisting and turning in the winds of chance, preferring to feel good rather than to think accurately.
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112 - The Worthy Walk Described; Patience [B]
Sunday, July 11, 2021
by Robert Dean
Passage: Ephesians 4:1-3
Series: Ephesians (2018)
Duration: 43 mins 11 secs
Do all believers walk worthy of their position in Christ? Listen to this message to learn that only believers who are growing spiritually are able to walk worthy. Find out the meaning of long-suffering or patience and the role of self control to produce it in our lives. See the importance of “putting up” with others, which can only be accomplished by the Holy Spirit in us. Be challenged by our need to ramp up everything in our spiritual lives in light of the times in which we live.
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03 - 2021 Independence Day Special - Psalm 35 - Part 3
Thursday, July 08, 2021
by Robert Dean
Passage: Psalm 35:19-28
Series: Holiday Specials
Duration: 1 hr 22 mins 43 secs

Should we take pride in our country? Listen to this lesson to learn how the Founding Fathers had the wisdom to form a nation based on biblical principles which makes it exceptional. See how Psalm 35 was studied by these men to apply to their relationship with England. Find out that for several hundred years people had been struggling with the concept of whether it was right to resist tyranny of rulers. Hear facts all of us have learned about the Declaration of Independence that were false.

During this Bible class Dr. Dean mentioned several resources (in addition to those mentioned in Part 2) to enhance your understanding of American history and the conditions in America today including:

Online video: Biblical Justice vs. Social Justice by Voddie Baucham

Defending the Declaration: How the Bible and Christianity Influenced the Writing of the Declaration of Independence by Gary Amos

This message also includes a special presentation by one of Light in Action's missionaries Joel Craig from Brazil.

You can find the Tetelestai Project videos at: Tetelestai Project. They're also available on Amazon Prime and Pure Flix.

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02 - 2021 Independence Day Special - Psalm 35 - Part 2
Tuesday, July 06, 2021
by Robert Dean
Passage: Psalm 35:11-18
Series: Holiday Specials
Duration: 1 hr 11 mins 44 secs

Imagine being a settler in one of the early colonies in the United States. Hear a timeline of the events that led up to the intense need for independence from England who was abusing these settlers through unfair taxation and ignoring their pleas for relief. Understand that the basic orientation of these people was their belief in God and the Word of God. See how the Founding Fathers quoted from Psalm 35 and find out how it can be applied in our prayers for America today.

During this lesson Dr. Dean mentioned a couple of related books:

1620: A Critical Response to the 1619 Project

The Christian and American Law: Christianity's Impact on America's Founding Documents and Future Direction.

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01 - 2021 Independence Day Special - Psalm 35 - Part 1
Sunday, July 04, 2021
by Robert Dean
Passage: Psalm 35:1-10
Series: Holiday Specials
Duration: 58 mins 12 secs
What are we celebrating on July 4th? Listen to this message to learn about the amazing, one-of-a-kind Declaration of Independence to sort out its actual story, which is often misrepresented. Hear about its author and the people who signed it and how knowledgeable they were. Understand what historical events brought these men together and what their worldview was. Find out how Psalm 35 strengthened the resolve of our founding fathers and how it applies to us today.
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111 - The Worthy Walk Described; Humility, Love, and Unity [B]
Sunday, June 27, 2021
by Robert Dean
Passage: Ephesians 4:1-3
Series: Ephesians (2018)
Duration: 51 mins 28 secs
If we’re gentle and meek with everyone, won’t they take advantage of us? Listen to this lesson to learn the biblical meaning of lowliness and gentleness. Find out they’re mental attitudes, not letting everybody walk all over you. If you’re thinking having these attitudes are impossible, you’re right but see what God has provided that can make them a part of your life. Hear two examples of people in Scripture who were examples of humility.
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