Sovereign Hope Church

Tyler Velin

In 2 Timothy 1, Paul call Timothy to consider his affection for God and the power of the gospel. These two theological reflections are the basis for our church as we consider our next steps in our gospel legacy. Scripture: 2 Timothy …
In the closing verses of Matthew, we see the two commissions and dueling promises we face in a post-resurrection world. Scripture: Matthew 28:11-20
In Matthew 27:62-28:10 we see two world views displayed in the two encounters with Jesus' tomb. Scripture: Matthew 27:62-28:10
In Matthew's account of the crucifixion we find three paradoxes which shape our understanding of the gospel and the Christian life. Scripture: Matthew 27:45-61
In Matthew 27:11-44 Matthew describes for us the somber story or Jesus' crucifixion and yet it is in this brokenness that we see the King in his glory. Scripture: Matthew 27:11-44
In Part 2 of the "Life of the Church" series we examine Paul's message to the people in Corinth and it's implications in the church, her membership and her discipleship. Scripture: Acts 2:29-4:7
God has designed the church to encourage one another in the gospel and for ministry. Here's how we try to do that at Sovereign Hope. Scripture: Romans 15:1-7
In Matthew 26:57-27:10 we see the false conviction of Jesus applied by an external court, but we also see three stories of internal conviction which need to be reconciled with the gospel. Scripture: Matthew 26:57-27:10
Tyler Velin preaches a sermon in the Handbook to Hypocrisy series on campus at the University of Montana. This sermon looks at James 4:13-5:12.
In Matthew 26:36-46, Jesus' humanity is on full display. But it is in the sorrowful savior we find rich hope. Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46
In Matthew 26, Jesus reestablishes not only a new feast for his people, but a new center of time which has shaped the culture of Christianity for all time. Scripture: Matthew 26:17-35
Matthew 26:1-16 is a unique pause in the pace of Jesus' life. But in this stillness God is anything but silent. Scripture: Matthew 26:1-16
In Matthew 25:14-46, we see two pictures of the final judgment and Jesus provides instructions and hope for all who will one day stand before him. Scripture: Matthew 25:14-46
Be awake. Be ready. Be watchful. In Matthew 24:36-25:13, Jesus prepares our hearts for his second coming by calling us to actively wait for his return. Scripture: Matthew 24:36-25:13
What does the future hold? And what does it matter for our lives and ministries? Jesus frames the disciples' expectations and hope for what is to come in Matthew 24:1-35. Scripture: Matthew 24:1-35
Jesus ends his public ministry by addressing the crowds, his disciples and the religious leaders, speaking to the heart of each group. Scripture: Matthew 23:1-39
In Matthew 22:15-46 the religious officials submit Jesus to three tests, but ultimately it is Jesus who tests the hearts and understandings of men. Scripture: Matthew 22:14-46

New Life

December 30, 2018 | New Birth/New Life
The author of Hebrews shows how Jesus bridges the gap between the old and the new, along with the gap between salvation and sanctification. Scripture: Hebrews 10:1-25

God With Us

December 24, 2018 | New Birth/New Life
Advent celebrates the transcendent God becoming immanent and intimate with his people. Hebrews 2:10-18 shows some of the attributes which Jesus shares with us, and us with him, in his incarnation. Scripture: Hebrews 2:10-18

New Change

December 17, 2018 | New Birth/New Life
Hebrews 1 and 2:5-9 shows the ways in which Jesus was distinct from those who came before him and calls us to consider what it looks like to be ruled by this kind of King. Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-12, 2:5-9
Jesus helps us understand the value of his gospel invitation and the posture of those who respond. Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14
We see the relationship between Jesus as the authority and us, as those who are under an obligation to respond either through faith or in judgment. Scripture: Matthew 21:18-46
In Matthew 21:1-17 we read Matthew's account of the "Triumphal Entrance." In this passage we see three ways in which our whole world is anticipating this Savior-King. Scripture: Matthew 21:1-17
On the road to Jerusalem, Jesus provides three glimpses into the Kingdom shaped by the cross. Scripture: Matthew 20:17-34