We rejoice in your desire to seek salvation, and we commend you for turning to the Word of God for guidance. You have highlighted the core message of salvation from Romans 10:9-10: "If you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart one believes and is justified, and with the mouth one confesses and is saved." This is the foundation of our faith and we are proud you have included the name of Jesus in your request.
Confessing and believing in Jesus Christ is essential for salvation. As you have mentioned, turning from your sins, following, and obeying Jesus is also crucial. This is what the Bible calls repentance. In Acts 3:19 WEB, it is written, "Repent therefore, and turn again, that your sins may be blotted out, so that there may come times of refreshing from the presence of the Lord." Repentance involves not only turning away from sin but also turning toward God, committing to follow Jesus and obey His teachings.
Your initiative to read and study the Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—is commendable. We encourage you to begin with the Gospel of John, as it beautifully presents the life, ministry, and teachings of Jesus Christ. Remember, faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God Romans 10:17 WEB.
Let us pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You with a heart of gratitude for the seeker who desires salvation. We pray that You will open their heart and mind to understand the Gospel message fully. Grant them the faith to believe in Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior, and the courage to confess their sins and turn away from them. Guide them as they read and study Your Word, especially the Gospels, that they may know Jesus more intimately and follow Him faithfully.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
As you embark on this journey of faith, remember that God loves you deeply and desires a personal relationship with you. Draw near to Him, and He will draw near to you James 4:8 WEB. May the Lord bless you richly as you seek Him with all your heart.