
Charles R. Swindoll
Charles R. Swindoll has devoted his life to the accurate, practical teaching and application of God’s Word and His grace. A pastor at heart, Chuck has served as the founder and senior pastor-teacher of Stonebriar Community Church in Frisco, Texas. His leadership as president and now chancellor of Dallas Theological Seminary has helped prepare and equip a new generation for ministry. Chuck and his wife Cynthia, have four grown children, ten grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.
Charles R. Swindoll’s Books

Five Meaningful Minutes a Day
Five minutes is all it takes to refresh and renew oneself in the midst of a…

Stress Fractures (Life Topics)
The author brings God's perspective into your daily life and offers relief from the stress that…
Charles R. Swindoll’s Contributions

Few Words, Wise Counsel
Chuck Swindoll, Chancellor Emeritus of DTS, addresses the slow, secret, subtle erosion of faith seen in…

Keep Your Ministry on Target
Chuck Swindoll, chancellor emeritus at DTS and pastor of Stonebriar Community Church in Frisco, TX, discusses…

Remain in the Mind of Others
Several times a year, Dr. Swindoll preaches in chapel, including Seminary Preview Day, to encourage prospective…

What If . . . God Chooses You to Do Something Great?
Amy never would have dreamed God would choose her to do something great. The shy lassie,…

Six Habits of Highly Effective People in Ministry
Chuck Swindoll, chancellor at DTS and senior pastor of Stonebriar Community Church in Frisco, TX, walks…

Learn to Cut Straight
DTS teaches many things and it remains firm on accuracy—living an accurate life, communicating accurately, and…

Don't Miss What's Invaluable
Chuck Swindoll, chancellor of DTS and pastor of Stonebriar Community Church in Frisco, Texas, recounts the…

Don't Miss the Greatness!
Chuck Swindoll, chancellor of DTS, implores students to always keep the greatness of God in their…

The Most Magnificent Life
Several times a year, Dr. Swindoll preaches in chapel, including Seminary Preview Day, to encourage prospective…

Ask Dr. Swindoll: Do You Have Any Advice for the Older, Nontraditional Student?
Several times a year, Dr. Swindoll preaches in chapel at DTS and engages in a question-and-answer…

Seven Habits of Highly Effective Seminaries
Chuck Swindoll, chancellor at DTS and pastor of Stonebriar Church in Frisco, TX, walks through seven…

Ministry is a Four Letter Word
Chuck Swindoll, pastor of Stonebriar Community Church in Frisco, TX, and chancellor at DTS, issues the…

Let's Crown Character in Today's Culture
Former presidential speechwriter Peggy Noonan has written several fine books. One has a title that stands…

The Value of Knowing the Scoop
Chuck Swindoll, chancellor of DTS, recounts life lessons from ministry while encouraging students regarding their training,…

Sustaining an Attitude of Gratitude
Chuck Swindoll, chancellor of DTS, encourages believers toward a posture of gratitude and thankfulness with the…

Ask Dr. Swindoll: How Do You Handle Failure?
Several times a year, Dr. Swindoll preaches in chapel at DTS and engages in a question-and-answer…

Accurately Handling the Word
Chuck Swindoll, senior pastor of Stonebriar Church in Frisco, TX, discusses the weight of responsibility with…

The Subtle Temptation of Greed
Chuck Swindoll, pastor of Stonebriar Church in Frisco, TX, and chancellor of DTS, interacts with the…

Ask Dr. Swindoll: How Do You Handle Change?
Several times a year, Dr. Swindoll preaches in chapel at DTS and engages in a question-and-answer…

Focus on These Things
Chuck Swindoll, pastor of Stonebriar Community Church in Plano, TX, talks through the mindset and character…

Ask Dr. Swindoll: What are Some of the Ways You Prepare Your Heart for Worship?
Several times a year, Dr. Swindoll preaches in chapel at DTS and engages in a question-and-answer…

Meaningful Messages in Misfortune
Dr. Chuck Swindoll, Chancellor of DTS and pastor of Stonebriar Community Church in Frisco, TX, continues…

Pressing On Through the Unexpected
Dr. Charles Swindoll, Chancellor at DTS and senior pastor at Stonebriar Community Church in Frisco, TX,…

Ask Dr. Swindoll: Are Relationships Important for Reformation and Change?
Several times a year, Dr. Swindoll preaches in chapel at DTS and engages in a question-and-answer…