 Role: Pastor |
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.
Sunday, April 21, 2019
Passage: Matthew 28:1-11 & Mark 16:1-11
Series: The Last Week of Jesus (2019)
Duration: 59 mins 43 secs
What are the staggering implications of the resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ? Listen to this lesson to hear eight reasons why this historical event matters in everything we do. Find out that death was never a part of God’s plan for the human race but is a result of choosing Satan’s way. Hear about Lazarus whose coming back to life shows Jesus’ authority over life and death. Find out that Christ’s victory is our victory over death, too. Understanding the resurrection helps us to see that we are to serve the Lord as long as He is giving us breath.
This lesson also includes Luke 24:1-10 and John 20:1-8.
Tuesday, April 23, 2019
Passage: 2 Samuel 7:8-17 & 1 Chronicles 17:11-14
Series: 1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)
Duration: 1 hr 3 mins 21 secs
How does God use people who seem utterly insignificant as far as this world is concerned? Listen to this message to hear about David’s background and see that he came from an obscure father who considered David as the least of his children. Find out that the Davidic Covenant God made assures David he will always have a descendant ruling over Jerusalem. Hear many Old Testament prophecies about the covenant’s future fulfillment. Realize that no matter how insignificant we may be, if we trust in Christ as our Savior we can serve God.
Thursday, April 25, 2019
Passage: 1 Peter 5:11-14
Series: 1 Peter (2015)
Duration: 1 hr 3 mins 50 secs
Persecution of Christians is happening more and more frequently. What should we do to prepare ourselves and our families? Listen to this lesson to learn a number of biblical ways to ensure that you can stand firm in the face of unjust treatment. See what God’s glory and His dominion mean. As we come to the end of this epistle find out who Silvanus is and hear six points on whether Babylon is the actual geographical city or a code for another place. Accept that no matter what trouble comes our way, we are to remember that God’s power is greater than all His enemies and His grace will provide for us.
Sunday, April 28, 2019
Passage: Ephesians 1:7
Series: Ephesians (2018)
Duration: 49 mins 28 secs
If someone has wronged us, should we demand they apologize or “pay” for their deed before we forgive them? Listen to this lesson to learn that Christ set an example of forgiveness when He forgave those who crucified Him. See the connection between redemption and forgiveness. Find out that redemption always refers to a price being paid and Christ paid our sin debt. Hear a number of facts about redemption and rejoice that all we need do to receive this forgiveness is to believe in Christ.
Tuesday, April 30, 2019
Passage: 2 Samuel 7:18-29 & 1 Chronicles 17:16-27
Series: 1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)
Duration: 1 hr 4 mins 19 secs
Have you ever wondered if there is a right way to pray to God? Listen to this lesson to learn about a prayer of King David’s which shows us thought-provoking elements of prayer. See the need for confession of our sins in order to cleanse ourselves. Find out the necessity for understanding God’s authority and our role as God’s servant. Consider what posture we should assume when we pray and if the Bible prescribes one. Know that we can bring the promises of God to Him in prayer and ask that they be fulfilled in our lives and the lives of others.
Thursday, May 02, 2019
Passage: 2 Peter
Series: 2 Peter (2019)
Duration: 1 hr 1 mins 45 secs
Are you ready to get in on the ground floor of the study of Second Peter? Then get prepared to hear the challenges this book has faced over the years concerning its authorship and whether it should be a part of the inspired Scriptures. Hear a number of external reasons to accept Peter as the author and what his primary purpose was for writing this book. Find out when the book was written and where Peter was at the time. Begin an overview of the book to find out the important lessons which we can anticipate as we study this book and apply it in our lives.
Sunday, May 05, 2019
Passage: Ephesians 1:7
Series: Ephesians (2018)
Duration: 51 mins 55 secs
When you do something wrong, wouldn’t you like to think you will be forgiven? Listen to this lesson to learn how God has graciously forgiven our sins even though we haven’t earned it or don’t deserve it. Find out when this forgiveness took place and how and why God forgives us. Hear two Greek words used for forgiveness and how they emphasize the attitude of grace. See four categories of forgiveness and learn that we can express our gratitude to God for His forgiveness by forgiving those who have harmed us.
Sunday, May 12, 2019
Passage: Ephesians 1:7-9
Series: Ephesians (2018)
Duration: 39 mins 17 secs
Are you impressed with all God has done for you and given to you? Listen to this lesson to learn that grace is given to all believers without it being earned or deserved. Find out that Christ has given us a superabundance of resources to handle life no matter what kind of problems we face. See where this wealth is found and learn if we have to wait until we reach Heaven before we receive it. Be challenged to understand the wealth of God’s grace and find out how we can treat others graciously.
Tuesday, May 14, 2019
Passage: 2 Samuel 7:18-29 & Psalm 89:1-18
Series: 1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)
Duration: 1 hr 0 mins 47 secs
When faced with the godless society surrounding us, how can we find stability and peace? Listen to this lesson to hear a psalm that assures us that we can rely on God’s unchanging character which never wavers no matter what is happening. See that the only rock-solid truth in the world is found in God’s Word. Find out about God’s lovingkindness, faithfulness, and loyal love. Hear the three components of the faith-rest drill and the means to use it in your time of need.
Thursday, May 16, 2019
Passage: 2 Peter
Series: 2 Peter (2019)
Duration: 1 hr 8 mins 50 secs
Ready for a bird’s-eye view of Second Peter? Listen to this lesson to learn the emphasis in this epistle and what Peter wanted his readers to know. Find out that it is only through knowledge of God’s revealed Word that we can understand divine thinking. See how false teachers can lead those astray who are not grounded in God’s truth and hear examples of false teachers in times past. Find out about the sufficiency of God and how those who live by their lusts self destruct.
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