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 Emeritus 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…
December 4, 2003

Stress Fractures (Life Topics)

The author brings God's perspective into your daily life and offers relief from the stress that…
August 1, 1992

Charles R. Swindoll’s Contributions

The Baby They Overlooked

Dr. Charles R. Swindoll, Chancellor of Dallas Theological Seminary and senior pastor of Stonebriar Community Church,…
December 10, 2013

The Meaning and Significance of Glory

Dr. Charles Swindoll, Chancellor at Dallas Theological Seminary and Senior Pastor of Stonebriar Community Church, talks…
October 11, 2013

Take the Crazy out of Busy

Realizing her frustration, I answered, “Honey, you can tell me... and you don’t have to tell…
September 15, 2013

Making the Most of Everyday

Dr. Charles Swindoll, Chancellor, Dallas Theological Seminary and Senior Pastor of Stonebriar Community Church, talks from…
September 11, 2013
Dr. Swindoll standing at a podium holding his Bible and speaking into a microphone

God Works in Our Weakness

But sometimes God chooses not to change our disabilities. Moses’s stuttering required Aaron’s help. And the…
May 15, 2013

An Occupational Hazard for All in Ministry

Dr. Charles Swindoll, Chancellor, Dallas Theological Seminary; Senior Pastor, Stonebriar Community Church, Frisco, TX, warns us…
April 12, 2013
Dr. Chuck Swindoll standing at podium speaking at DTS Chapel

The Rewards of a Life of Integrity

Dr. Charles Swindoll, Chancellor, Dallas Theological Seminary; Senior Pastor, Stonebriar Community Church, Frisco, TX, uses Dr.…
February 26, 2013

Finishing the Course

Dr. Charles Swindoll, Chancellor, Dallas Theological Seminary; Senior Pastor, Stonebriar Community Church, Frisco, TX, using 2…
December 11, 2012

Monday Morning Pulpits

Some employers have even told me that they prefer not to hire Christians. That’s quite an…
December 1, 2012

Day at DTS: Facing the Giants

Dr. Charles Swindoll, Chancellor, Dallas Theological Seminary; Senior Pastor, Stonebriar Community Church, Frisco, TX, guides students…
October 12, 2012

Keep the Tingle

Dr. Charles Swindoll, Chancellor, Dallas Theological Seminary; Senior Pastor, Stonebriar Community Church, Frisco, TX, gives the…
September 4, 2012
My Determined Purpose

My Determined Purpose

A couple of years after Cynthia and I were married, I had my military obligation to…
June 1, 2012

Pressing On

Dr. Charles Swindoll, Chancellor, Dallas Seminary; Senior Pastor, Stonebriar Community Church, Frisco, TX, encourages us with…
April 17, 2012

Focus: Day @ Dts

Dr. Charles Swindoll, Chancellor, Dallas Seminary; Senior Pastor, Stonebriar Community Church, Frisco, TX, explains the need…
March 2, 2012
The Pit, the Rust, and Help

The Pit, the Rust, and Help

The story follows Christian on his treacherous journey from the City of Destruction to the Celestial…
March 1, 2012
Insights in Revelation - Messages from a Majestic Savior

Insights in Revelation: Messages from a Majestic Savior

Think before answering this question: If Jesus Christ Himself were to show up in your church…
February 27, 2012

The Ministry of Refreshment

Dr. Charles Swindoll, Chancellor, Dallas Seminary, Senior Pastor, Stonebriar Community Church, Frisco, TX, urges us to…
January 18, 2012
Dr. Chuck Swindoll standing at podium speaking at DTS Chapel

Trust God!

Dr. Charles Swindoll, Chancellor, Dallas Seminary; Senior Pastor, Stonebriar Community Church, Frisco, TX, encourages us to…
December 13, 2011

Enduring Through Ministry

Dr. Charles Swindoll, Chancellor, Dallas Seminary; Senior Pastor, Stonebriar Community Church, Frisco, TX, discusses the need…
September 6, 2011
The Freedom of Grace

The Freedom of Grace

Perhaps you have heard the story of a tightrope walker incarcerated in a Russian concentration camp.…
August 15, 2011

The Meaning of Integrity

Dr. Charles Swindoll, Chancellor of Dallas Seminary and Senior Pastor of Stonebriar Community Church, Frisco, TX,…
April 5, 2011

Revisiting God's Call on Your Life

Dr. Charles Swindoll, Chancellor of Dallas Seminary and Senior Pastor of Stonebriar Community Church, Frisco, TX,…
March 4, 2011
Dr. Chuck Swindoll standing at podium speaking at DTS Chapel

Three Musts for a New Year

Dr. Charles Swindoll, chancellor of Dallas Seminary and senior pastor of Stonebriar Community Church, challenges us…
January 12, 2011

5 Warnings for the Christmas Season

Dr. Charles Swindoll, chancellor of Dallas Seminary and Senior Pastor of Stonebriar Community Church, gives us…
December 8, 2010

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