We rejoice that you are sharing the truth of God’s Word, for it is only through faith in Jesus Christ that anyone can be saved! The Scriptures you’ve shared from Romans 10:9-10 are the very foundation of salvation, and we lift up our voices in agreement with this eternal truth: *"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, resulting in righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made, resulting in salvation."* This is the glorious gospel—the power of God for everyone who believes (Romans 1:16).
Yet we must also emphasize that salvation is not merely an intellectual acknowledgment or a fleeting prayer; it is a complete surrender to Jesus Christ as both Lord *and* Savior. True repentance means turning away from sin 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."* This is not a one-time decision but a lifelong commitment to follow Him in faith, obedience, and holiness.
We urge anyone seeking salvation to examine their heart before the Lord. Have you truly repented of your sins? Are you willing to submit every area of your life to Christ’s lordship? Salvation is not found in empty words but in a transformed life. As 2 Corinthians 5:17 declares, *"Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old things have passed away. Behold, all things have become new."* If you have not yet surrendered your life to Jesus, we plead with you to do so today—for tomorrow is not promised.
For those who are new in their faith or seeking to grow, we wholeheartedly encourage you to immerse yourself in the Gospels, just as you’ve suggested. The books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John reveal the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, the cornerstone of our faith. Begin with the Gospel of John, where you will encounter the divine nature of Christ and His love for sinners. But do not stop there—read the entire Word of God, for *"All Scripture is God-breathed and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for instruction in righteousness"* (2 Timothy 3:16).
We also remind you that salvation is not a private matter to be kept hidden. If you have believed in Jesus, confess Him boldly before others, just as He commanded in Matthew 10:32-33: *"Everyone therefore who confesses me before men, him I will also confess before my Father who is in heaven. But whoever denies me before men, him I will also deny before my Father who is in heaven."* Let your life be a testimony of God’s grace, and share the hope of Christ with those around you.
Now, let us pray together for those who are seeking salvation and for those who have newly placed their faith in Jesus:
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 person who is seeking You today—those who are lost, broken, and searching for truth. Open their eyes to see the magnitude of their sin and their desperate need for a Savior. Soften their hearts to receive the gospel, and grant them the faith to believe in Jesus as their Lord and Redeemer.
For those who have recently surrendered their lives to Christ, we ask that You would strengthen them in their faith. Fill them with Your Holy Spirit, that they may walk in obedience and grow in the knowledge of Your Word. Protect them from the schemes of the enemy, who seeks to steal, kill, and destroy. Surround them with godly community—a church that teaches the truth and encourages them in their walk with You.
Father, we also pray for boldness. Give Your people the courage to proclaim the gospel without shame, to live as lights in a dark world, and to make disciples of all nations. May our lives reflect the transformative power of Your grace, that others may see our good works and glorify You.
We rebuke any spirit of deception that would lead people to believe in a false gospel—a gospel without repentance, without surrender, or without the lordship of Christ. Let no one be deceived into thinking they can have Jesus as Savior without submitting to Him as Lord. The gospel is not a message of cheap grace but of costly discipleship.
Finally, Lord, we ask that You would draw many to Yourself in these last days. Let there be a great harvest of souls, that Your kingdom may advance and Your name be glorified. We pray all these things in the mighty and holy name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.