 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, June 08, 2025
Passage: Psalm 38:15
Series: Light from the Light Channel
Duration: 24 mins 45 secs
What does it mean to wait on the Lord? Listen to this to hear that after we make our requests known to God in prayer we need to rest. That is the waiting part. While we wait we have confident hope that God will answer just at the right time.
Thursday, June 05, 2025
Passage: Philippians 4:6-7 & Matthew 6:5-15
Series: Philippians (2022)
Duration: 1 hr 3 mins 9 secs
Should we pray the prayer that Jesus taught His disciples to pray, which is usually known as the Lord's prayer? Listen to this lesson to learn seven categories we should be focusing on in our prayers beginning with the fact that we are to always address our prayers to God the Father. Hear the meaning of various phrases in this prayer in order to learn how to pray more effectively and biblically.
Tuesday, June 03, 2025
Passage: 1 John 2:2 & John 3:16
Series: Interlocked (2023)
Duration: 1 hr 6 mins 26 secs
Did Christ die for everyone on the Cross? This question has caused controversy since the crucifixion. Listen to this message to hear many passages throughout the Bible that state that He died for all mankind. Trace the timeline of redemption beginning in Genesis through the Flood and to the Incarnation that show that Christ's death was for all. Recognize that God has provided salvation for all but that only those who accept this free gift receive His righteousness.
Sunday, June 01, 2025
Passage: Psalm 25:21
Series: Light from the Light Channel
Duration: 11 mins 37 secs
What should we do when we are waiting on the Lord to help us with our difficulties? Our verse today says we need to relax and cast our burdens on Him. Our confidence should be in God's promises and we need patience and shouldn't have any shame. There are lessons to be learned and God will instruct us.
Sunday, May 25, 2025
Passage: Psalm 130:5
Series: Light from the Light Channel
Duration: 18 mins 45 secs
What does it mean to wait on the Lord? Our memory verse today tells us that when we have problems we sometimes have to wait for God to provide the solution. While we're waiting we need to have hope or confidence that God is working on our behalf and that the answers are found in the Word of God.
Sunday, May 18, 2025
Passage: Ephesians 6:4
Series: Ephesians (2018)
Duration: 1 hr 3 mins 1 sec
How can fathers avoid provoking their children to anger so they become discouraged? Listen to this lesson to understand that parents need to be growing spiritually as they rear their children. They are to develop patience and use both rewards and punishment, including corporal punishment administered in love, when needed. Keep in mind that this needs to start early in the child's life. Make training your children a top priority and teach by example.
Sunday, May 18, 2025
Passage: Psalm 27:14
Series: Light from the Light Channel
Duration: 16 mins 13 secs
Is patience difficult for you? The memory verse today tells us we must wait on the Lord and not be impatient for Him to answer our prayers when we think they should be answered. His Trust God to answer it at just the right time. Learn what our mental attitude should be while we are waiting by memorizing these verses.
Thursday, May 15, 2025
Passage: Philippians 4:6-7 & Matthew 6:1-13
Series: Philippians (2022)
Duration: 55 mins 46 secs
Ever wondered if prayer matters when God already knows everything? Learn why prayer is essential for growing your relationship with Him. See how Daniel confessed for a nation, how Jesus corrected showy prayer habits, and how faith moved a Gentile woman. Discover what it means to pray God's way—with reverence, purpose, and truth.
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Passage: Jeremiah 31:31-33 & Luke 22:14-20
Series: Interlocked (2023)
Duration: 1 hr 6 mins 43 secs
• The Passover is a picture of Christ’s death for sin
• Jesus died to satisfy God’s justice
• God put these elements in place to prepare us to identify the coming Savior
• Jesus satisfied the Father’s justice and redeemed mankind
• Why Jews and Gentiles reject the death of Christ
Why did Jesus have to die on the cross? Listen to this lesson to know how His death satisfied God’s justice, serving as the ultimate substitutionary atonement for sin. Hear that the Passover is a powerful picture of Christ’s sacrifice, preparing us to recognize the coming Savior. See that Jesus' death fulfilled God’s plan for redemption, satisfying the Father’s justice and offering salvation to all. Finally, explore why both Jews and Gentiles reject the death of Christ, despite the offer of salvation.
Sunday, May 11, 2025
Passage: Ephesians 6:1-9
Series: Ephesians (2018)
Duration: 48 mins 2 secs
Parents are to train their children. What does that involve? Listen to this message to learn that the training grounds for children are the Divine Institutions of marriage and family. Training involves teaching children from the earliest age to respect and obey God-ordained authorities to restrain their sin nature. Find out how parents can be an example to their children in their Bible study and prayer life.