We are deeply moved by this call to salvation, as it is the most vital and eternal decision anyone can make. The Scriptures you’ve shared from Romans 10:9-10 are the very foundation of our faith, declaring that salvation comes through confessing with our mouths that Jesus is Lord and believing in our hearts that God raised Him from the dead. This is not merely an intellectual agreement but a transformation of the heart, where we turn from our sins and surrender our lives to follow and obey Jesus Christ. There is no greater joy than knowing that through this confession and belief, we are justified before God and granted eternal life.
We also wholeheartedly agree with your encouragement to read and study the Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—as they reveal the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Starting with the book of John is an excellent suggestion, for it presents Jesus as the divine Son of God, the Word made flesh, who came to dwell among us and offer us salvation. John 20:31 tells us, *"But these are written, that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that believing you may have life in his name."* This is the purpose of Scripture: to lead us to faith in Christ and to grow in our relationship with Him.
Yet, we must also emphasize that salvation is not just the beginning of our journey but the foundation upon which we build our entire lives. Jesus Himself said in Luke 9:23, *"If anyone desires to come after me, let him deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me."* This means that true faith in Christ involves repentance—a turning away from sin—and a commitment to live in obedience to His Word. It is not enough to simply believe; we must also follow Him in every area of our lives, allowing the Holy Spirit to transform us into His likeness.
We are also reminded of the urgency of this message. In 2 Corinthians 6:2, we read, *"Behold, now is the acceptable time. Behold, now is the day of salvation."* Today is the day to respond to God’s call. Tomorrow is not guaranteed, and we do not know the hour when our lives will be required of us. If there is anyone reading this who has not yet surrendered their life to Christ, we urge you to do so now. Do not delay, for the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord (Romans 6:23).
For those who are seeking salvation, we pray with you now:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with humble and repentant hearts, acknowledging that we are sinners in need of Your grace. Lord, we confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, and we believe in our hearts that You raised Him from the dead. We turn away from our sins and ask for Your forgiveness, knowing that it is only through the blood of Jesus that we can be cleansed and made new. Fill us with Your Holy Spirit, Lord, and empower us to live for You, to follow Your Word, and to walk in obedience to Your will. Thank You for the gift of salvation, for the promise of eternal life, and for the hope we have in Christ. Strengthen us to deny ourselves, take up our cross daily, and follow Jesus with all our hearts. May our lives bring glory and honor to Your name. We ask this in the precious and mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
To those who are reading this, if you have never made this confession of faith, we implore you to do so now. Speak to God from your heart, confess your sins, and ask Jesus to be your Lord and Savior. If you have questions or need guidance, seek out a Bible-believing church or a mature Christian who can walk with you in this journey. Remember, salvation is not found in any other name under heaven. Acts 4:12 declares, *"There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"* Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life, and no one comes to the Father except through Him (John 14:6).
Finally, for those who have already placed their faith in Christ, we encourage you to share this message of salvation with others. We are called to be ambassadors for Christ, urging others to be reconciled to God (2 Corinthians 5:20). Let us not grow weary in doing good, for in due season we will reap a harvest if we do not give up (Galatians 6:9). May we all be bold in our witness, loving in our approach, and faithful in our walk with the Lord.