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King of Kings is a family of faith who support and nurture each other with the goal of building a stronger community. Our door is open to all—we believe that worshiping, serving, and learning together brings us closer together and closer to God. Enjoy our sermons here, and to find out more about who we are visit kingofkingswoodbury.org.

4d ago

Kid’s Menu - “Childlike Faith” // Pastor Jon Larson

It’s easy to think that faith has to be complicated to be real or mature. But Jesus shows us something very different. In Matthew 19:14 children are brought to Him and instead of turning them away, Jesus welcomes them. He says the kingdom of heaven belongs to those who come with a childlike heart. Childlike faith is not shallow, it is trusting. It doesn’t mean being childish; it means being willing to believe, receive and depend on God with openness and humility. The Gospel is deep enough to fill a lifetime of study but simple enough for a child to understand and receive. God also calls His people to pass faith on intentionally, to talk about God’s Word at home, in everyday life and in every moment. Faith is not meant to stay in a church setting, it is meant to be lived, spoken and modeled in daily life. Investing in children is not a side part of God’s work; it is central to it. The next generation is learning what faith looks like by watching the lives around them. Simple lived-out faith often becomes the deepest kind of trust.
Sep 25

Special Dishes – "Designed With Purpose" // Pastor Jon Larson

Every restaurant has signature dishes and daily specials; meals that reflect the creativity and intention of the chef. They’re not random and if you ignore them, you might miss something fresh and meaningful. In the same way, God is always at work in intentional and creative ways. Isaiah 43 says, “I am about to do a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it?” God often moves through new opportunities, unexpected moments, different people and fresh ways of serving. The question is whether or not we’re paying attention. At the same time, God’s “new thing” flows through who He has uniquely made us to be. Scripture reminds us that we are “fearfully and wonderfully made” and God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works which He prepared for us. Your gifts and calling are not accidents, they are intentional. One of the biggest challenges is comparison, where we try to become someone else instead of embracing what God has placed in us. But God isn’t asking us to copy others, He is inviting us to faithfully offer what we can only bring. Psalm 96 calls us to “sing to the Lord a new song” and declare His works. As we stay open and responsive, our lives can reflect His goodness and help others notice God’s goodness too.
Sep 18

Host Stand - “A Prepared Place and a Welcome Experience” // Pastor Amelia Houdek

There’s something meaningful about having a reservation. It means someone expected you, planned ahead for you and made room specifically for you. In John 14, Jesus comforts His disciples with the promise: “I go to prepare a place for you.” God’s kingdom is not random or overcrowded and we are not afterthoughts. We are welcomed guests, personally invited into His family. Jesus reinforces this in the Parable of the Great Dinner in Luke 14, where the host continues sending invitations because there is still room at the table. God’s invitation is intentional, generous and personal. Yet before people experience the table, they often experience the welcome from a host or hostess. A smile, greeting or conversation can shape whether someone feels safe enough to stay and discover the place God has prepared for them. God works through ordinary people just like us to help others feel seen, valued and included. People are not interruptions to ministry, they are expected guests. In fact, throughout scripture, Jesus welcomed people others ignored and made room for those who felt forgotten. In the same way the church is called to be a place where people are expected, not simply tolerated. Hospitality is more than friendliness, it’s spiritual work. Simple acts of kindness, attentiveness and welcome can open hearts to the love of Jesus. God’s message is clear: You are invited. There is a place prepared for you. Every greeting, conversation and invitation into community therefore reflects the heart of a God who prepares places for people to belong. As followers of Jesus we are called to help prepare places for others, moving them from simply attending to truly belonging in God’s family.
Sep 11

Bubble Gum Bar: Walking With Spiritual Awareness // Pastor Jon Larson

A frozen gumball looks harmless at first glance, bright, sweet and inviting, but if you bite into it too quickly, it can catch you off guard. In the same way, not everything in life is meant to be taken in without thought. Some things we engage in, habits, influences, conversations, media or decisions can impact us more than we realize. Spiritual awareness is learning to slow down before we simply “bite in.” It’s asking God for discernment so we don’t rush into things that could affect our hearts, our peace or our walk with Him. God calls us to be attentive to what we allow into our lives and intentional about what we consume; to live with wisdom, not impulse.
Sep 5

Drumstick Cone: Faith Filled to the Fullest // Pastor Jon Larson

Like a Drumstick cone that has a surprise filling at the bottom, life often leads us to search for satisfaction but leave us empty on the inside. We chase achievements, approval, relationships and experiences, hoping they will satisfy us completely, but they never quite fill the deeper places of the soul. Like a drumstick that has the chocolate at the bottom of the cone, God fills us completely. God’s goodness is not shallow or temporary, it goes further than we expect and fills what nothing else can.
Aug 28

Cartoon Faces: Not What They Seem // Pastor Amelia Houdek

Cartoon face treats often come in bright, fun packaging that makes them look exciting, friendly, and appealing. But what you see on the outside isn't always the full story of what's inside. The outside can promise one thing, while the inside may be something different. In the same way, life can present people, ideas, and "promises" that look attractive on the surface, but don't always deliver what they claim. Not everything that looks good is actually good, and not everything that shines is the truth. God calls us to look deeper, to seek wisdom and discernment so we are not shaped or misled by appearances. While the world often focuses on what is visible, God is concerned with what is true. He invites us to build our lives on what is real, lasting, and trustworthy.
Aug 21

Push Pop: Growing Faith // Pastor Amelia Houdek

A push pop isn't eaten all at once, it requires effort. You don't get it all at once but need to keep pushing it up little by little. Faith works the same way. We don't experience everything all at once. Instead, we grow step by step as we spend time with God. Each "push" represents daily choices (prayer, trust, obedience, alignment) that bring more of our faith to the surface. And just like a push pop, if you stop pushing, you stop experiencing more.
Aug 14

Why Heaven Still Matters // Pastor Jon Larson

This world is not our final home. As believers, we are citizens of heaven, called to live today with eternity in our hearts. When we live with heaven in mind, our priorities shift. Temporary things lose their grip, and eternal things gain value. We begin to love more deeply, forgive more freely, and serve more faithfully, knowing that what we do now echoes forever. Heaven reminds us that our suffering isn’t the end of the story, that our labor in the Lord is not in vain, and that every act of faith, no matter how small, matters. It gives hope on hard days and purpose in every step. Don’t lose sight of where you’re headed. Live today with eternity in view - anchored in hope, driven by love, and longing for the day when faith becomes sight.

King of Kings is a family of faith who support and nurture each other with the goal of building a stronger community. Our door is open to all—we believe that worshiping, serving, and learning together brings us closer together and closer to God. Enjoy our sermons here, and to find out more about who we are visit kingofkingswoodbury.org.

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King of Kings Lutheran Church
Years Active

2024 - 2026
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210
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