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.
The shadows are fading when it comes to entering the debate on homosexuality. You are being forced to take a stance. What does it mean to think Christianly on the issues and how is it ultimately loving? Read the post by Tyler Velin.
There are few words as ominous to the Christian as that of discipleship. But I can promise you, you can do it; and you can actually know what it is you are doing. Read more in Tyler Velin’s newest post.
Often times we give too much credit to circumstances when it comes to personal growth. The real question is, "How do those circumstances actually change us?"
As Christians we should be preoccupied with big picture ideals when it comes to gratitude and thanksgiving. But because we are Christians we should also not lose sight of the lesser joys either.
One of the greatest gifts you can give the pastor of your church is what Tyler Velin calls, “The Ministry of Being Present.” Read the post to find out what that means in your own life.
Today’s language is complex. But how does our use of language shape our reading of scripture and our view of God. Tyler Velin discusses the relationship between language and God.
What is the Chi-Rho? And why is it relevant to the history of the church? Here is a little history on this early Christian symbol.
How should we view evangelism? And is it a gift? Do I have it? There are all questions which help us form not only an answer, but a witness.
In this post, Pastor Tyler looks at how the gospel shapes how we use apologetics to defend our faith.
“Christ-Centered” has become a Christian buzzword. How can we read the Bible in a truly Christ-Centered way while still reading scripture rightly? Tyler Velin gives us some pointers.