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

Give an Apt Answer, Provide a Timely Word

Give an Apt Answer, Provide a Timely Word

An encouraging comment gives us emotional strength, lightens our heart, and firms up our resolve. One…
June 1, 2008
Dr. Chuck Swindoll standing at podium reading his Bible at DTS Chapel

The Theme of Depression

Dr. Chuck Swindoll, Chancellor of Dallas Seminary and Senior Pastor Stonebriar Community Church, reminds us of…
April 8, 2008

The Discipline of Self-Control

Chancellor of Dallas Seminary and Senior Pastor of Stonebriar Community Church, Dr. Chuck Swindoll, exhorts us…
March 7, 2008
Reading God's Lips

Reading God’s Lips

“No, no, no, wrong place. Keep looking. You’re getting warmer.” That’s the idea some have when…
March 1, 2008

The Ministry of Refreshment

Chancellor of Dallas Seminary and Senior Pastor of Stonebriar Community Church, Dr. Chuck Swindoll, reminds us…
January 16, 2008
Crown Casting

Crown Casting

They have been my close companions when days are dark and dismal, when I’ve felt oppressed…
December 1, 2007

God's School of Brokenness

Discover Dallas: Dr. Charles Swindoll, Chancellor of Dallas Seminary and Senior Pastor of Stonebriar Community Church,…
October 12, 2007
Interior view of empty church sanctuary with wooden pews and stained glass window behind podium

One God, Many Kinds of Service

The rabbit, on the other hand, started great as a runner. But he injured his legs…
September 11, 2007

How to Stand Strong in Stressful Times

Dr. Charles Swindoll, Chancellor of Dallas Seminary and Senior Pastor of Stonebriar Community Church, gives advice…
September 5, 2007
Deep-water Faith

Deep-water Faith

If you’re anything like me, you suck in your stomach, hunch your shoulders, and simply stare…
June 11, 2007

Our #1 Struggle

Dr. Charles Swindoll, Chancellor of Dallas Seminary and Senior Pastor of Stonebriar Community Church, offers advice…
April 17, 2007
Focus on the Finish Line

Focus on the Finish Line

A friend of mine is one of those crazy runners. You know the type—fifteen miles a…
March 13, 2007

The Long-term Rewards of Integrity

Discover Dallas: Dr. Charles Swindoll, Chancellor of Dallas Seminary and Senior Pastor of Stonebriar Community Church,…
March 2, 2007
Dr. Chuck Swindoll standing at podium speaking at DTS Chapel

When God Closes a Door

Dr. Charles Swindoll, Chancellor of Dallas Seminary and Senior Pastor of Stonebriar Community Church, offers an…
January 18, 2007
The Pivot Point of His Story

The Pivot Point of His Story

About the time Wang Mang overthrew the Han dynasty, lions were facing extinction in Western Europe.…
December 6, 2006

The One Irresistable Appeal

Charles Swindoll, Chancellor of Dallas Seminary and Senior Pastor Stonebriar Community Church, pleads with believers to…
December 5, 2006

Leaving a Legacy

Discover Dallas: Dr. Charles Swindoll, Chancellor of Dallas Seminary and Senior Pastor of Stonebriar Community Church,…
October 13, 2006

A Vital Virtue, Usually Forgotten

Dr. Charles Swindoll, Chancellor of Dallas Seminary and Senior Pastor of Stonebriar Community Church, focuses on…
September 5, 2006
No Fear

No Fear?

Pick up a newspaper and you’ll read about immigration woes, more bloodshed in the Middle East,…
September 5, 2006

Lord … I Sure Need You.

The longer I live the more I appreciate the simplicity of small children. I love to…
July 7, 2006

A Glorious Dawn

What do you see when you stand with your face to the sun? You see only…
July 7, 2006

A Measure of Grace

    Imagine you are a father and have taken your daughter to play the carnival game called…
July 7, 2006

Caring in a Careless World

Chancellor Chuck Swindoll's column
July 7, 2006

Christmas and the Fish: A Sign of the Time

Christmas trees, Santa Claus, reindeer, snow, nativity scenes, the star of Bethlehem. These are some of…
July 7, 2006

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