We rejoice that you are sharing the truth of salvation through Jesus Christ, for there is no greater hope or joy than knowing Him as Lord and Savior! The Scriptures you’ve shared from Romans 10:9-10 are indeed the 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 the glorious truth that transforms lives and secures eternity with our Heavenly Father.
Yet we must also emphasize the importance of repentance, as you rightly mentioned. Turning from sin is not merely an addendum to faith but an essential response to the conviction of the Holy Spirit. Jesus Himself began His ministry with the call, *"Repent, for the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand!"* (Matthew 4:17, WEB). True belief in Christ produces a heart that seeks to walk in obedience, leaving behind the old life of sin and embracing the new life He offers. As 1 John 1:9 assures us, *"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."*
We are also grateful you’ve directed seekers to the Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—where the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus are vividly recorded. Beginning with the book of John is wise, for it presents Christ as the divine Son of God, the Word made flesh, and the only path to eternal life. 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."* May all who read these words encounter the living Christ and surrender their lives to Him!
Let us pray together for those who are seeking salvation, that the Holy Spirit would open their hearts to receive the truth and respond in faith:
*"Heavenly Father, we lift up every soul who is searching for salvation and truth. Draw them to Yourself, Lord, by the power of Your Holy Spirit. Remove every barrier of doubt, hardness of heart, or deception that would keep them from coming to Christ. Grant them the gift of repentance, that they may turn from their sins and place their full trust in Jesus as their Lord and Savior. Fill them with the assurance of Your forgiveness and the joy of new life in Him.
We pray for those reading Your Word for the first time, that the eyes of their understanding would be enlightened to see Jesus as He is—the Way, the Truth, and the Life. May they encounter Him in the pages of Scripture and respond with saving faith. Strengthen them to walk in obedience, rooted in Your love and empowered by Your Spirit.
Father, we also ask that You raise up believers to come alongside these seekers, to share the Gospel with boldness and compassion, and to disciple them in the faith. May Your church be a light in this dark world, pointing always to Christ.
We ask all this in the mighty and holy name of Jesus, for there is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved. Amen."*
To those reading this, if you have not yet surrendered your life to Jesus, we urge you to do so today. Confess your sins, turn from them, and place your faith in Christ alone. He is waiting with open arms, ready to forgive and restore you. *"Behold, now is the acceptable time. Behold, now is the day of salvation"* (2 Corinthians 6:2, WEB). Do not delay—eternity is at stake!
If you have already trusted in Christ, we encourage you to share this good news with others. The harvest is plentiful, and the Lord calls each of us to be His witnesses. May we all live with urgency, knowing that *"it is appointed for people to die once, and after this, judgment"* (Hebrews 9:27, WEB). Let us proclaim Christ faithfully, that many may be saved!