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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
27 - What is the Gospel? – Part 4 [C]
Thu, Dec 29, 2022
by Robert Dean
Passage: Philippians 1:12-24 & Acts
Series: Philippians (2022)
Duration: 1 hr 5 mins 14 secs

When we believe in Christ as our Savior does it always make us feel good? Listen to this lesson to find out what role, if any, emotion plays in the gospel. Find out what elements the Apostles included in their proclamations of the gospel and see if Christ’s death on the Cross is one of these. Review the story of Peter’s vision that made him understand what food restrictions were for Gentile believers. Use the insights gained in this lesson when you are witnessing to unbelievers around you.

If you'd like to read the article Dr. Dean referenced from the American Thinker, you can find it here.

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174 - Anger, Sin, and the Devil [B]
Sun, Jan 01, 2023
by Robert Dean
Passage: Ephesians 4:26-27
Series: Ephesians (2018)
Duration: 1 hr 1 mins 26 secs

Are you angry? If so, you’re not alone. Listen to this lesson to learn that all people get angry at times but some are angry most of the time. Learn a definition for anger and that it is one of many mental attitude sins that can ruin our lives. See that the solution to anger for the believer is spiritual growth that comes through walking by means of the Holy Spirit and studying God’s Word. Learn that even if you have a cause to be angry, it only becomes a sin when you act on it.

Click here if you'd like to order Dr. Dean's Spiritual Warfare book. Look under Books in the left column.

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84 - The Angel of the Lord [B]
Tue, Jan 03, 2023
by Robert Dean
Passage: Judges 13:6-24
Series: Judges (2021)
Duration: 1 hr 11 mins 49 secs
What’s in a name? Listen to this powerful message explaining the significance of names in Scripture and see a number of the names for God which reveal His essence or character. Learn that the Angel of the Lord refers to the Lord Jesus Christ when He appeared or spoke to communicate with humans. Understand why Samson’s mother recognized that the man of God, as she called him, was recognized by her to be God. Find out what He told her about the son she was to give birth to.
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28 - What is the Gospel? – Part 5 [C]
Thu, Jan 05, 2023
by Robert Dean
Passage: Philippians 1:12-14 & Galatians 1:1-8
Series: Philippians (2022)
Duration: 57 mins 2 secs
What are the key ideas that make up the good news? Listen to this lesson to see that the core of the gospel message must always be on who Jesus Christ is and what He did. Hear Paul strongly expressing what he thinks of those Galatians who have turned from the true gospel to a false one. Find out what Paul proclaimed in Antioch in Pisidia at the synagogue and how his message involved Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrection. Message also includes Acts 13:14-41
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175 - Anger: Manage it or Conquer it? [C]
Sun, Jan 08, 2023
by Robert Dean
Passage: Ephesians 4:26-27
Series: Ephesians (2018)
Duration: 50 mins 24 secs
Are you helpless when it comes to overcoming the anger in your life? How about anger management classes or psychological therapies? Listen to this lesson to learn that the solution to handling anger is found only in the Bible. See that your thinking must be transformed and that can only be done by learning God’s Word and walking by means of the Holy Spirit. It requires making Bible study a priority in your life and putting aside vengeance and retaliation in order to win the victory.
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176 - Basic Spiritual Skills for Facing Adversity [C]
Sun, Jan 15, 2023
by Robert Dean
Passage: Ephesians 4:26-27
Series: Ephesians (2018)
Duration: 57 mins 26 secs

“I did it MY way.” Does that song describe how you handle the myriads of problems that attack you daily? Believers have a better way that involves having a fortress in their soul that defends them against these attacks. Learn what this is and see the importance of confession of the sins we commit after salvation. Find out how to walk by means of the Holy Spirit and know that we have a choice to handle life with human viewpoint or with Divine viewpoint.

Click here to access the abbreviations on the Spiritual Skills charts.

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85 - God’s Grace to the Undeserving [B]
Tue, Jan 17, 2023
by Robert Dean
Passage: Judges 13:24-14:9
Series: Judges (2021)
Duration: 1 hr 6 mins 26 secs

Are you tempted just to stay quiet when those around you are expressing views that are opposed to God’s Word? Listen to this lesson to see what relativism is and how it is affecting us in our world today. Find out that was what was happening in Israel in the time of Samson’s judgeship. Hear how Samson’s life paralleled that of a compromised, carnal Christian and understand the need to saturate your thinking in the Word of God so you can oppose the evil around you.

During this lesson Dr. Dean mentioned several devotionals he references daily which show God's intervention throughout history. These include: The Living Word: Daily Readings on the History, Influence and Impact of the Bible, Her Story, 100 Bible Verses That Made America: Defining Moments That Shaped Our Enduring Foundation of Faith, and On This Day 365 Amazing And Inspiring Stories About Saints, Martyrs And Heroes.

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30 - Gospel Expansion [B]
Thu, Jan 19, 2023
by Robert Dean
Passage: Philippians 1:12-18
Series: Philippians (2022)
Duration: 1 hr 4 mins 33 secs
When your plans are changed or interrupted, are you upset? Listen to this message to learn about the Apostle Paul’s attitude when he was put in jail and not able to do his usual ministry. Hear the encouragement he gives believers to see that in spite of that, God’s plan was working out to greater progress of the gospel. Find out who the Praetorian Guard were and why Rome is the most likely place of his imprisonment. See two different types proclaiming the gospel and Paul’s reaction to them.
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177 - Basic Spiritual Skills: Confidently Trusting God [C]
Sun, Jan 22, 2023
by Robert Dean
Passage: Ephesians 4:26-27
Series: Ephesians (2018)
Duration: 55 mins 26 secs
Do you believe that the Bible has the solution to all your problems? Listen to this lesson to learn a spiritual skill that unlocks the solution you need to handle adversities. Find out the meaning of the word “trust” and hear a number of passages of Scripture explaining its importance. Choose God’s radical but simple way to live your life which involves learning God’s Word and making it a priority.
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HoD Lesson #00 - Syllabus
Mon, Jan 23, 2023
by Robert Dean
Series: History of Doctrine (2023)
Duration: 55 mins 22 secs
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