The gospel shapes every relationship and whatever relationship state you might find yourself in. To help understand the ways in which this happens, we have launched a series of resources called Gospel-Focused Relationships and Families.

As of right now you are welcome to view the sermon series on the website. But we also wanted to make available to you various books and resources which are recommended by the elders. These resources help develop the influence of the gospel in various areas of our life. While the books are listed below by categories, we would encourage everyone to read broadly even if you are past or prior any of these circumstances.

All the resources are available for purchase at Amazon.com.


Singles

1. Don't Waste Your Life (192 pgs.) ― John Piper
2. Not Yet Married: The Pursuit of Joy in Singleness and Dating (208 pgs.) ― Marshall Segal
3. She’s Got the Wrong Guy: Why Smart Women Settle (192 pgs.) ― Deepak Reju
4. Marry Wisely, Marry Well (185 pgs.) ― Ernie Baker

Married & Engaged

1. Catching Foxes: A Gospel Guided Journey to Marriage (288 pgs.) ― John Henderson
2. This Momentary Marriage: A Parable of Permanence (192 pgs.) ― John Piper
3. The Meaning of Marriage: Facing the Complexities of Commitment with the Wisdom of God (352 pgs.) ― Tim and Kathy Keller

Parents

1. The Disciple-Making Parent: A Comprehensive Guidebook for Raising Your Children to Love and Follow Jesus Christ (308 pgs.) Chap Bettis
2. Biblical Discipline That Makes Children Fun!: A companion booklet to Gospel Powered Parenting (32 pgs.) ― Bill Farley
3. Heart of Anger: Practical Help for the Prevention and Cure of Anger in Children (204 pgs.) ― Lou Priolo

Church Member to Other Members

1. Side by Side: Walking With Others in Wisdom and Love (178 pgs.) ― Ed Welch
2. Caring for One Another: 8 Ways to Cultivate Meaningful Relationships (82 pgs.) ― Ed Welch
3. What is a Healthy Church Member? (128 pgs.) ― Thabiti Anyabwile

Children

1. The Jesus Storybook Bible: Every Story Whispers His Name ― Sally Lloyd−Jones
2. The Biggest Story: How the Snake Crusher Brings Us Back to the Garden ― Kevin DeYoung
3. Jax's Tail Twitches: When You Are Angry (Good News for Little Hearts) ― David Powlison
4. Zoe's Hiding Place: When You Are Anxious (Good News for Little Hearts) ― David Powlison
5. Buster's Ears Trip Him Up: When You Fail (Good News for Little Hearts) ― Ed Welch

Tyler Velin

Tyler Velin has been on staff at Sovereign Hope since 2007 and an elder since 2015. He is a graduate of the University of Montana and Western Seminary (Portland, OR). Tyler and Sarah were married in 2011 and have four children: Owen (2012), Addley (2015), Ellie (2017), and June (2019). Tyler's background is in campus ministry and he currently serves as the chaplain for the University of Montana football team.