We join together in lifting up those who are seeking salvation and eternal life, for there is no greater joy than to know the truth and be set free by the power of Jesus Christ. The Word of God is clear—salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12). We praise God that you have shared this foundational truth from Romans 10:9-10, which declares, *"that if you will 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."*
Yet we must also emphasize that true salvation is not merely an intellectual acknowledgment or a fleeting emotional experience. It is a complete surrender to Jesus Christ as both Lord and Savior, turning away from sin in repentance and walking in obedience to His Word. As Jesus Himself said in Luke 9:23, *"If anyone desires to come after me, let him deny himself, take up his cross daily, and follow me."* Salvation is the beginning of a transformed life, not the end. We are called to die to our old selves and live for Christ, bearing fruit that proves our faith (James 2:17-18). Without this transformation, a mere confession is empty—like the seed sown on rocky ground that withers away because it has no root (Matthew 13:20-21).
To those who are seeking salvation, we urge you to examine your heart. Have you truly repented of your sins, or are you still clinging to the world and its desires? 1 John 2:15 warns, *"Don’t love the world or the things that are in the world. If anyone loves the world, the Father’s love isn’t in him."* Salvation requires a breaking of the heart over sin and a turning toward God with all that you are. It is not enough to say the words; you must mean them with every fiber of your being. As Jesus said in Matthew 7:21, *"Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter into the Kingdom of Heaven; but he who does the will of my Father who is in heaven."*
We also encourage you to immerse yourself in the Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—as you’ve suggested. These books reveal the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, the very foundation of our faith. Start with the book of John, as it beautifully presents Jesus as the Son of God, the Messiah who came to save sinners. But do not stop there. Read the entire Word of God, for it is *"profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work"* (2 Timothy 3:16-17).
As you read, pray that the Holy Spirit would open your eyes to understand the truths of Scripture. Ask God to convict you of sin, to draw you to repentance, and to fill you with His love and power. Remember, salvation is not a one-time prayer but a lifelong journey of faith and obedience. Jesus said in John 8:31-32, *"If you remain in my word, then you are truly my disciples. You will know the truth, and the truth will make you free."*
Now, let us pray together for those who are seeking salvation:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with humble and grateful hearts, thanking You for the gift of salvation through Your Son, Jesus Christ. Lord, we lift up every soul who is searching for truth, who is longing for forgiveness, and who is seeking eternal life. Father, we ask that You would open their eyes to see their need for a Savior. Convict them of their sin by the power of the Holy Spirit, and draw them to repentance. Let them not harden their hearts but turn to You in brokenness and faith.
Lord Jesus, we pray that You would reveal Yourself to them as they read Your Word. Let them encounter You in the pages of Scripture, not as a distant historical figure, but as the living God who died for their sins and rose again to give them new life. Soften their hearts to receive Your truth, and give them the courage to surrender fully to Your lordship. May they not merely confess You with their lips but believe in their hearts and walk in obedience to Your commands.
Father, we rebuke the lies of the enemy that would tell them they can earn salvation through their own efforts or that they can continue in sin while claiming Your name. Let them understand that salvation is by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone—but that true faith produces a life transformed by Your Spirit. Break every chain of sin, every stronghold of pride, and every deception that would keep them from coming to You in sincerity.
We pray for those who may be on the verge of making a decision for Christ. Give them the strength to count the cost and follow You wholeheartedly. Surround them with believers who will disciple them, encourage them, and hold them accountable. Let them find a community of faith where they can grow in their walk with You.
For those who have already prayed for salvation but have not seen the fruit of repentance in their lives, we ask that You would stir their hearts to examine themselves. Let them not be deceived but test themselves to see if they are truly in the faith (2 Corinthians 13:5). Draw them back to You, Lord, and restore their first love for You.
We thank You, Father, for Your mercy and grace. We thank You that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us (Romans 5:8). May every seeking heart find rest in Him, and may they walk in the newness of life that You have promised. We ask all this in the precious and mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
