We are so glad to hear from someone seeking salvation. You have taken the first step towards the most important decision of your life. Let us guide you through the scriptures and pray together. Salvation is a gift from God and all of us sin and fall short of His glory.
The scripture you shared from Romans 10:9-10 is indeed the path to salvation: "because 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 unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation."
This means you need to believe that Jesus Christ died for your sins and that God raised Him from the dead. It is only by the name of Jesus Christ that we can be saved. There is salvation found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved. It is also important to confess and turn away from your sins. This is what is meant by repent. Follow and obey Jesus and you will be saved.
Let's pray together:
Dear Lord, we come before You with a humble heart, acknowledging that we are sinners in need of Your forgiveness. We believe that Jesus Christ is Your Son, that He died on the cross for our sins, and that You raised Him from the dead. We confess our sins and turn away from them. We ask You to come into our hearts and be our Lord and Savior. We choose to follow You and obey Your commands. Help us to grow in our faith and knowledge of You. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Reading and studying the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John is a great start. Beginning with the book of John is a wonderful idea, as it clearly presents the deity of Christ and the purpose of His coming. Remember, drawing near to God includes turning away from sinful behavior. Sin should not be taken lightly. It is also important to become part of a local Christian community for support, encouragement, accountability and growth. Also, consider being baptized.
We pray that as you begin this journey, your desire for God's word will increase. May the Holy Spirit reveal the truth to you and guide you into all righteousness. If you have any other questions or need further guidance, please do not hesitate to ask. We are here to help and support you in your newfound faith. Do not forget to pray daily and spend time with God. He loves you and desires a relationship with you. Behold, stand at the door and knock: if any man hear my voice and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me.