Salem Heights Church Sermons

We're camping in Acts chapter 13 to look at the early church's plan for outreach and missions. The video clip, "Testimony - Kristin Cho," is provided courtesy of NorthRidge Church (www.northridgechurch.com). Scripture Reference: Acts 13:4:12-13 Sermon Series: Christianity on the Grown Speaker: Pastor Justin Greene Date (01-17=2021)

In our jump back into the book of Acts, we stop in chapter 13, verses 1-3 to observe a transition taking place in the early church that would lead to the spread of the gospel in the Gentile world. The video clip, "Acts Ch. 13-20," is provided by Bible Project and can be found here: https://youtu.be/fglsbcGSr3A. For more videos and information about Bible Project, visit www.bibleproject.com. Script...

Pastor Pete Potloff kicks off the new year and our return to the book of Acts by looking at Spirit-empowered boldness. Scripture Reference: Acts 4:1-13 Speaker: Pastor Pete Potloff Date: January 3, 2021

Pastor Pete Potloff shares three devotional thoughts stirred by the confounding and wonderous miracle of the incarnation - God coming to the earth in human form. Scripture Reference: John 1:14 Sermon Series: Three Words for the Season Speaker: Pastor Pete Potloff Date: December 27, 2020

Pastor Justin Greene wraps up our Christmas mini-series, "Three Words for the Season," with a discussion on peace. Scripture Reference: Romans 15:13 Sermon Series: Three Words for the Season Speaker: Pastor Justin Greene Date: December 20, 2020

Pastor Justin Greene unpacks what the Bible says about joy and what it looks like in the life of a believer. Scripture Reference: Romans 15:13 Sermon Series: Three Words for the Season Speaker: Pastor Justin Greene

A biblical definition of hope says it's more than optimism and wishful thinking. So what does the Bible say hope is? Pastor Justin takes us to Romans 15 for the answer. Scripture Reference: Romans 15:13 Sermon Series: Three Words for the Season Speaker: Pastor Justin Greene Date: December 6, 2020.

In a world filled with diversity, how can the body of believers be unified without spiraling into animosity? A framework for supernatural unity that bridges differences and stands in any circumstance can be found in the Book of Ephesians. Scripture Reference: Ephesians 4:1-6 Sermon Series: Special Focus Speaker: Pastor Pete Potloff Date: November 29, 2020

Romans 12 provides a pattern for how we can we can glorify God and lift others up in a world of varying opinions. Scripture Reference: Romans 12:1-3, 9-18 Sermon Series: Special Focus Speaker: Pastor Justin Greene Date: November 22, 2020

What do you do when God no longer seems like God? Psalm 77 shows us how we can go from questioning to quietly resting in God when things get tough. Scripture Reference: Psalm 77 Sermon Series: Where Did You Go? Speaker: Pastor Justin Greene and Pastor Pete Potloff Date: November 15, 2020

In this final retreat session, Shauna points to the source of continual nourishment - the Holy Spirit! Speaker: Shauna Van Dyke Date: November 14, 2020

Jesus is the only true satisfaction for our souls. Shauna explains how we can find rest, peace and satisfaction in Christ even when faced with uncomfortable circumstances. Speaker: Shauna Van Dyke Date: November 14, 2020

In this opening session, speaker Shauna Van Dyke shares how we can be refreshed when we understand attributes of God's character and nature. Speaker: Shauna Van Dyke Date: November 13, 2020

What does it mean to be a witness and where is God calling you to be a witness for Him? Pastor Justin and Pastor Pete turn to Acts chapter 1 for the answers. Scripture Reference: Acts 1:6-8 Sermon Series: Where Did You Go? Speaker: Pastor Justin Greene and Pastor Pete Potloff Date: November 8, 2020

Pastor Justin and Pastor Pete discuss the importance of fellowship as they dig into Hebrews 10. Scripture Reference: Hebrews 10:19-24 Sermon Series: Where Did You Go? Speaker: Pastor Justin Greene and Pastor Pete Potloff Date: November 1, 2020

This series wrap up reminds us of what we learned about handling temptations, trials and challenges, and offers real-life examples of how God got two members in our church family through their own "desert experiences." Scripture Reference: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13 Sermon Series: In the Desert but Not Deserted Speaker: Pastor Pete Potloff and Pastor Matt MacCollin Date: October 25, 2020

Numbers chapters 16 provides us with a warning against rebellion and exhorts us to keep our focus on the Lord, especially when we would rather go our own way. Scripture Reference: 1 Corinthians 10:10; Numbers 16 Sermon Series: In the Desert but Not Deserted Speaker: Pastor Justin Greene and Pastor Pete Potloff Date: October 18, 2020

Numbers 21 tells about how the Israelites tested and complained against the Lord after He freed them from slavery in Egypt. Pastor Pete Potloff challenges us to notice and change areas in our own lives where we're tempted to complain. Scripture Reference: 1 Corinthians 10:9, Numbers 21:4-9 Sermon Series: In the Desert but Not Deserted Speaker: Pastor Pete Potloff Date: October 11, 2020

Pastor Justin Greene examines Numbers chapter 25 and the reminder found there about the extreme importance of sexual purity. Scripture Reference: 1 Corinthians 10:8, 11-13; Numbers 25:1-9 Sermon Series: In the Desert but Not Deserted Speaker: Pastor Justin Greene Date: October 4, 2020

An investigation of the account found in Exodus chapter 32 highlights four characteristics of idolatry. Scripture Reference: 1 Corinthians 10:6-7; Exodus 32:1-6 Sermon Series: In the Desert but Not Deserted Speaker: Pastor Justin Greene Date: September 27, 2020

Pastor Justin Greene challenges us to see how God has been faithful even when we're tempted to be faithless. Scripture Reference: 1 Corinthians 10:1-6 Sermon Series: In the Desert but Not Deserted Speaker: Pastor Justin Greene Date: September 20, 2020

In this challenging season, there are three questions many have been asking. Dive into Hebrews chapter 3 with us as we search for answers. Scripture Reference: Hebrews 3:7-12 Sermon Series: In the Desert but Not Deserted Speaker: Pastor Justin Greene Date: September 13, 2020

In seasons when life feels like a trip through the desert,  chapter 10 of 1 Corinthians offers us three reminders to help us prepare for the journey. Scripture Reference: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13 Sermon Series: In the Desert but Not Deserted Speaker: Pastor Justin Greene & Pastor Pete Potloff

This season may have left us feeling dry, exhausted and uncomfortable. Pastor Justin Greene turns to Hebrews chapters 3 and 4 for wisdom on handling the heat of the desert. Scripture Reference: Hebrews 3:7-15, 4:14-16 Sermon Series: In the Desert but Not Deserted Speaker: Pastor Justin Greene

In the midst of life's ups and downs, we can easily be overwhelmed by anxiety. Philippians chapter 4 offers us an answer to anxiety and the source of true peace. Scripture Reference: Philippians 4:4-9 Sermon Series: Faithful Prayers of Fractured Lives Speaker: Pastor Pete Potloff & Tim Saffeels Date: August 23, 2020