 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, 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.
Sunday, December 24, 2023
Passage: James 1:2-4
Series: Light from the Light Channel
Duration: 15 mins 56 secs
Throughout our Christian life we suffer at times from tests and temptations. When we face these difficulties we are to hang in there and endure them with rejoicing because we know they are designed for our good, to mature us spiritually.
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Passage: Philippians 2:17-18
Series: Philippians (2022)
Duration: 55 mins 24 secs
Do you want a life filled with gladness and joy? Listen to this message to learn that joy comes when we serve the Lord in His way and not our own. See what Paul means when he says he is poured out as a drink offering and learn about the various non-sweet and sweet savory Levitical offerings. Be challenged to follow Paul’s example of being totally focused on Christ rather than fulfilling our own plans and accomplishments.
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Passage: Romans 5:18-19
Series: Interlocked (2023)
Duration: 1 hr 5 mins 18 secs
How did Abraham know about God? Listen to this message to learn there are two options. One is that creation reveals God. The other is that someone told him about God. Find out what the age of accountability is and how it involves the point of God consciousness. Recognize the difference between being declared righteous and being made righteous when we trust Christ.
During this message Dr. Dean mentioned his recent series on Abraham's 13 Tests to Glory.
Sunday, December 17, 2023
Passage: Philippians 4:19
Series: Light from the Light Channel
Duration: 16 mins 44 secs
Do you trust God to fully provide what you need for every situation in your life? Listen to this message to hear a promise in a memory verse that sounds like a blank check on God’s unlimited bank account. Understand that God defines our needs and will always sustain us.
Sunday, December 17, 2023
Passage: Luke 2:10-14
Series: Holiday Specials
Duration: 53 mins 34 secs
How can we be made right before God and what does Christmas have to do with that? Hear eight insightful principles explaining the significance of the birth, death, and resurrection of Christ, the Messiah. Understand God’s grace solution to man’s sin problem. Don’t wait. Now is the day to trust in Christ for righteousness, forgiveness, and eternal life.
Thursday, December 14, 2023
Passage: Philippians 2:16 & 1 Corinthians 9:24-27
Series: Philippians (2022)
Duration: 1 hr 12 mins 20 secs
Which type of Christian are you? At the Judgment Seat of Christ will you receive rewards or not? Listen to this lesson to hear principles about how to live a worthwhile spiritual life that ends with us receiving crowns. See how rewards can be lost and about the kinds of crowns we can receive.