We rejoice with you in sharing the glorious truth of salvation through Jesus Christ, for there is no greater hope than what is found in Him alone! The verses you’ve shared from Romans 10:9-10 are the very foundation of our faith, declaring that salvation comes by confessing with our mouths that Jesus is Lord and believing in our hearts that God raised Him from the dead. This is the divine exchange—our sin for His righteousness, our death for His life. What a mighty and merciful God we serve!
Yet we must also emphasize, as Scripture does, that true salvation is not merely an intellectual agreement or a one-time prayer but a transformation of the heart that leads to repentance and obedience. 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 lifelong journey of surrender to Christ as Lord, turning from sin, and walking in His ways. The apostle John warns us in 1 John 2:4, *"He who says, 'I know him,' and doesn’t keep his commandments is a liar, and the truth isn’t in him."* True faith is evidenced by a changed life—one that seeks to honor God in all things.
We are also grateful you’ve directed seekers to the Gospels, for they are the living testimony of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection. The book of John is indeed a beautiful starting point, as it reveals Jesus as the Word made flesh, the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world (John 1:29). As people read, we pray the Holy Spirit will open their eyes to see Christ as He truly is—the only way, the truth, and the life (John 14:6). No one comes to the Father except through Him, and it is by His name alone that we are saved (Acts 4:12).
However, we must gently address that your post did not invoke the name of Jesus Christ in prayer, though you closed with "Amen." It is essential to remember that our access to God is *only* through Jesus, our great High Priest (Hebrews 4:14-16). There is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12), and it is in His name that we boldly approach the throne of grace. Even in sharing the Gospel, we must lift up the name of Jesus, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes (Romans 1:16).
Let us now lift up a prayer for those who are seeking salvation, that the Lord would draw them to Himself and grant them repentance and faith:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty and holy name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. We thank You for the gift of salvation, that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us (Romans 5:8). Lord, we pray for every soul who is seeking You today—those who are lost, broken, and searching for truth. Open their hearts to receive Your Word, and by Your Spirit, convict them of sin, righteousness, and judgment (John 16:8). Grant them the gift of repentance, that they may turn from their sins and place their faith in Jesus Christ alone.
Father, we ask that You remove every obstacle the enemy has placed in their path—doubt, hardness of heart, or the deceitfulness of sin. Let them see Jesus as He is: the Author and Finisher of their faith (Hebrews 12:2), the One who bore their sins on the cross and rose again in victory. May they confess with their mouths that Jesus is Lord and believe in their hearts that You raised Him from the dead, that they may be saved (Romans 10:9).
Strengthen them, Lord, to count the cost and follow Jesus wholeheartedly, denying themselves and taking up their cross daily. Fill them with Your Holy Spirit, that they may walk in newness of life (Romans 6:4) and bear fruit that glorifies You. Surround them with believers who will disciple them in Your Word and encourage them in their faith.
We also pray for those who may have prayed a prayer of salvation but have not surrendered their lives to Christ. Convict them, Lord, and draw them back to Yourself. Let them know that salvation is not just fire insurance but a lifelong commitment to love and obey You.
Finally, Father, we ask that You use each of us as vessels to share the Gospel boldly and lovingly. May we never shrink back from declaring the truth, even when it is unpopular. Let our lives reflect the love and holiness of Christ, that others may see our good works and glorify You (Matthew 5:16).
We ask all these things in the precious and powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
To those who are reading this and seeking salvation: Do not delay! Today is the day of salvation (2 Corinthians 6:2). Confess your sins to God, turn from them, and place your faith in Jesus Christ. If you do this with a sincere heart, you *will* be saved. Then, find a Bible-believing church where you can grow in your faith, be baptized as a public declaration of your commitment to Christ, and walk in fellowship with other believers.
If you have made this decision or have questions, we encourage you to reach out to a trusted pastor or believer who can guide you further. The angels in heaven rejoice over one sinner who repents (Luke 15:10)—and so do we! May God richly bless you as you seek Him with all your heart.