Next Step

Wednesday, October 6      

 

6:00 pm to 8:15 pm
Room C250
Taught by Alex Kennedy
(childcare available)

 Next Step (Membership at Kingsland). This class is for those seeking more information about who Kingsland Baptist Church is and how to join, as well as for those who have already started the membership process. Led by Pastor Alex, (or Adult Discipleship Pastor, Josh Allen on Sundays) Next Step will give a brief but important snapshot of Kingsland's Mission and how it impacts your life directly. We will cover everything you need in order to understand what this community of believers is all about and how to join us in accomplishing God's mission in Katy and beyond. The class is a common entry point for all no matter your background and attending one Next Step class is essential for membership. (Your membership will be complete upon taking the Next Step class and following through with your baptism, if necessary). Join us and experience a Biblical community Loving God, Loving People and Equipping the Generations one home at a time!

For more information on the Next Step classes, please e-mail ashumate@kingsland.org.

(Next class dates:  Sunday October 17, Wednesday November 3, or Wednesday December 1.)

Please Register for Next Step

 

 

Baptism

 

What is Baptism all about?

Baptism is a declaration of your new relationship in Jesus Christ. It is a response to following Jesus and a first step of obedience. Baptism does not have anything to do with your faith in Jesus Christ but is a symbolic act representing your new relationship with God.

Why should I be baptized?

1. Jesus commanded it. (Matthew 28:19-20).
2. It is a significant Milestone. Baptism is a point in your life when you make your walk with Jesus Christ public. It is a milestone to remember in your path of following God.

What is the meaning of baptism?

1. You Identify with Christ's burial and resurrection from the dead. (Colossians 2:12)
2. You Declare your new life as a Christian. In the years following Jesus' resurrection, the early church would baptize new believers in a river or lake. Before entering the water, the new believer would take their outer garment off. They would be baptized and then given a new outer garment when they came out of the water. This act was symbolic of the passing of the old life and the person being made new in Christ. (2 Corinthians 5:7)

Why should I be baptized by immersion?

Different denominations of the Christian faith baptize differently. We ask that Scripture be your guide as you follow Christ in every decision including Baptism. Being baptized by immersion simply means that you are totally immersed under water (though not for long).

1. Jesus was baptized by immersion. (Matthew 3:16)
2. Every Baptism in the Bible was by immersion. (Acts 8:38-39)
3. The greek word "baptizo" literally means, "to immerse".

Baptism is discussed in more detail with an opportunity to ask questions in the Next Step class.

If you have further questions about the meaning of baptism, please click here to contact us.
For information on how to schedule your baptism at Kingsland, click here.
If you would like to download a pdf of this page "What is Baptism All About," click here.