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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.

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LIGHT from the LIGHT Episode 13
Sat, Apr 22, 2023
by Robert Dean
Passage: Matthew 11:28
Series: Light from the Light Channel
Duration: 12 mins 40 secs
Our memory verse today is an invitation from Jesus given to the Jews who were rejecting Him. Find out what the burden is He is referring to and the contrast with His load.
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189 - Qualities of Christian Love [C]
Sun, Apr 23, 2023
by Robert Dean
Passage: 1 Corinthians 13:1-7 & John 13:34-35
Series: Ephesians (2018)
Duration: 53 mins 36 secs
Do you want to have a worthless, useless Christian life? Listen to this message to learn that no matter how you use your talents and gifts to serve God, or how much you sacrifice, if you do not have biblical love, it is valueless. Find out how personal love for God is what motivates us to love others. Understand that we need to grow and develop love by studying God’s Word and walking by means of the Holy Spirit.
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HoD Lesson #22 - The Doctrines of Salvation (Sin and Grace) Part III: The Medieval Church
Mon, Apr 24, 2023
by Robert Dean
Series: History of Doctrine (2023)
Duration: 50 mins 39 secs
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HoD Lesson #23 - The Doctrines of Salvation (Sin and Grace) Part IV: The Reformation Church and Post-Reformation Era
Mon, Apr 24, 2023
by Robert Dean
Series: History of Doctrine (2023)
Duration: 42 mins 42 secs
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98 - Social, Spiritual, Moral Failure [B]
Wed, Apr 26, 2023
by Robert Dean
Passage: Judges 19:1-30
Series: Judges (2021)
Duration: 1 hr 3 mins 37 secs
Just when you thought things were as bad as they could be, they get worse! Listen to this message to continue the story of the attack and horrific murder of the Levite priest’s concubine. Find out the parallels between this incident and what happened in Sodom and see the lessons being taught. Hear what cold-blooded act the Levite priest does. Learn that no matter what level of evil mankind reaches, God’s grace is there to provide a solution.
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39 - Christ: Example of Humility [B]
Thu, Apr 27, 2023
by Robert Dean
Passage: Philippians 2:4-9
Series: Philippians (2022)
Duration: 1 hr 8 mins 37 secs
What would you say humility is? Listen to this lesson to learn that humility is a mental attitude that puts other people’s interests above your own. Find out that it is primarily a biblical concept, taught in both the Old and New Testaments and that the Lord Jesus Christ is the example of humility during His time on Earth. Find out it is not something we can develop in ourselves but it is one of the outcomes of walking by means of the Holy Spirit. See that over the centuries people have struggled with a number of questions concerning Christ’s being that will be answered in coming weeks.
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LIGHT from the LIGHT Episode 14
Sat, Apr 29, 2023
by Robert Dean
Passage: John 11:25-26
Series: Light from the Light Channel
Duration: 21 mins 6 secs
What two statements does Jesus say about Himself in our memory verses today? Find out what He’s promising here about life after death.
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190 - Qualities of Christian Love [C]
Sun, Apr 30, 2023
by Robert Dean
Passage: John 13:34-35 & 1 Corinthians 13:1-7
Series: Ephesians (2018)
Duration: 53 mins 54 secs
What are biblical characteristics of love? Listen to this message to hear a passage listing what love does and what it does not do. See that it is based on the integrity of God and is patient, kind, and that it protects others by not gossiping about them. Find out that love does not do some things and these are things based on our arrogant self-absorption. See that this is not something we can do on our own but we must walk by means of the Holy Spirit and study the Word of God. Understand that this takes time to develop.
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HoD Lesson #24 - The Doctrines of Salvation (Sin and Grace) Part V: The Modern Church
Mon, May 01, 2023
by Robert Dean
Series: History of Doctrine (2023)
Duration: 48 mins 59 secs
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HoD Lesson #25 - The Doctrine of the Church Part I: The Ancient Church
Mon, May 01, 2023
by Robert Dean
Series: History of Doctrine (2023)
Duration: 40 mins 32 secs
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