 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.
Thursday, January 11, 2024
Passage: Philippians 3:1-5
Series: Philippians (2022)
Duration: 57 mins 27 secs
How can we stand fast in a world filled with chaos? Listen to this message to learn that we have choices to make each morning when we awaken. If we’re out of sorts or grumpy, we must confess any known sins, and trust in His promises. As we read and study our Bibles and listen to biblical messages, we will grow spiritually and be able to rejoice in the Lord.
Tuesday, January 09, 2024
Passage: Genesis
Series: Interlocked (2023)
Duration: 1 hr 12 mins 38 secs
God made a covenant with Abraham promising his descendants would be a blessing to the world. What happened to these descendants? Listen to this lesson to learn that one of his descendants, Jacob, became the father of 12 sons, one of which was Joseph. Find out how Joseph was used by God to preserve the family by moving them to Egypt and prospering them. See how later Moses delivered these Israelites from the evil Pharaoh who had enslaved them. Understand that God has given man the right to make choices but as Sovereign God He oversees and overrules those choices so they fulfill His plan for history.
Sunday, January 07, 2024
Passage: Ephesians 5:8-9
Series: Ephesians (2018)
Duration: 52 mins 19 secs
In whose kingdom do you live? You only have two choices: God’s kingdom of light or Satan’s domain of darkness. Listen to this message to learn that all are born into darkness, but when someone trusts in Christ they are transferred to God’s kingdom of light. Find out that we must choose to learn what God has revealed to us in His Word about these options. Be challenged to understand how to think and conduct your life by growing spiritually.
Sunday, January 07, 2024
Passage: Philippians 4:6-7
Series: Light from the Light Channel
Duration: 17 mins 55 secs
Are your eyes fixed on your problems instead of on God? If so, remember that God tells us not to be anxious about anything but to take all our worries to the Lord in prayer. See Him fulfill His promise to give you peace and a stable mental attitude.
Thursday, January 04, 2024
Passage: Philippians 2:25-30
Series: Philippians (2022)
Duration: 1 hr 10 mins 55 secs
Are you ready to hear about another example of someone who served the Lord in humility? Listen to this lesson about Epaphroditus, a Christian worker in the church at Philippi who was commissioned to bring an offering to Paul and to serve and assist him during his imprisonment in Rome. See three ways Paul identifies him and learn about how he almost died. Hear an in-depth study of healing that involves four frequently asked questions.
Sunday, December 31, 2023
Passage: Isaiah 41:10
Series: Light from the Light Channel
Duration: 22 mins 38 secs
Are you a “nervous Nellie”, constantly anxious and worried about what is happening or what may happen? Memorize this verse today to realize God promises that He is always with us and strengthens us so we have nothing to fear.
Sunday, December 31, 2023
Passage: Ephesians 5:8-9
Series: Ephesians (2018)
Duration: 56 mins 7 secs
Are you living your life like someone stumbling in the darkness or are you walking in the light? Listen to this message to learn that God is light and as His children, we are to walk in the light. Hear a number of principles describing God’s essence as light and that He reveals light through His Word. Find out that those who reject God’s truth are living in darkness.
Thursday, December 28, 2023
Passage: Philippians 2:19-24
Series: Philippians (2022)
Duration: 58 mins 12 secs
What lessons can we learn from Timothy’s life? Listen to this message to hear how the Apostle Paul uses him as an example of someone who humbly served the Lord. Find out about how Timothy was taught the Scriptures from early childhood, was well thought of as a young man, became a pastor, and traveled with Paul on several of his missionary journeys. Be challenged to see your life’s purpose as one of service to the Lord.
Tuesday, December 26, 2023
Passage: James 2:21-24 & Romans 4
Series: Interlocked (2023)
Duration: 1 hr 13 mins 41 secs
The Bible says Abraham was a friend of God. What does that mean? Listen to this lesson to learn that before he believed in God he was God’s enemy. After he believed in God’s promise of a coming Savior, he had peace with God. Find out how he grew to spiritual maturity by being justified before those around him and his relationship with God deepened.
Sunday, December 24, 2023
Passage: Luke 2:12
Series: Holiday Specials
Duration: 53 mins 20 secs
How can we be certain that Jesus is the Savior that was promised? Listen to this message to learn about signs that the prophets foretold must be fulfilled by the coming Messiah. Hear details about eight of these signs beginning with the prophecy that His would be a virgin birth and where the birth would take place. Marvel at the amazing probability that Jesus fulfilled these and many more and trust in Him as your Savior.
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