We join together in lifting up those who are seeking salvation, for there is no greater joy than to see souls turn to Christ and find eternal life in Him. 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 the truth that sets us free, and we praise God for the simplicity and power of the gospel.
Yet we must also emphasize that true salvation is not merely an intellectual acknowledgment or a one-time prayer—it is a complete surrender to Jesus Christ as both Lord and Savior. As you rightly noted, it requires turning from sin, which the Bible calls repentance. Acts 3:19 tells us, *"Repent therefore, and turn again, that your sins may be blotted out, so that there may come times of refreshing from the presence of the Lord."* True faith in Christ will always produce a changed life, one that seeks to follow and obey Him in all things. 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."*
We also want to encourage those seeking salvation to immerse themselves in God’s Word, as you’ve suggested. The Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—are a wonderful place to begin, for they reveal the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Starting in the book of John is especially wise, for it clearly presents Jesus as the Son of God, the only way to the Father. John 14:6 declares, *"Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.'"* There is no other name under heaven by which we can be saved (Acts 4:12), and it is only through faith in Christ that we can stand righteous before God.
However, we must address something critical that was missing in your post: the name of Jesus Christ was not invoked in your closing. While you quoted Scripture and shared truth, it is essential to remember that our prayers, our confessions, and our very access to God are only possible through the name of Jesus. He is our Mediator, our High Priest, and the only bridge between humanity and God. 1 Timothy 2:5 reminds us, *"For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus."* When we pray, when we share the gospel, and when we seek God’s face, we must do so in the name of Jesus, for it is by His authority and His sacrifice that we are heard.
Let us pray together for those who are seeking salvation:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts full of gratitude 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 hungry for righteousness. Father, open their eyes to see the magnitude of their sin and the depth of Your love displayed on the cross. Convict them by Your Holy Spirit, drawing them to repentance and faith in Jesus alone.
Lord, we pray that they would not merely acknowledge Christ with their lips but surrender their lives to Him in full obedience. May they turn from their sins, deny themselves, and take up their cross daily to follow Him. Fill them with Your Spirit, that they may walk in newness of life, bearing fruit that glorifies You.
Father, we also ask that You would guard them from false teachings and empty professions of faith. Let them understand that salvation is not a prayer repeated without heart, but a transformation wrought by Your power. May they read Your Word with understanding, especially the Gospels, and encounter Jesus in a way that changes them forever.
We pray all this in the mighty and holy name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who alone is worthy of all praise and glory. Amen.
To those who are seeking: 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 alone. If you have never done this, we urge you to pray now, in your own words, asking Jesus to forgive you and to be the Lord of your life. If you have questions or need further 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 a religion, a ritual, or a set of rules—it is found in a Person, Jesus Christ. *"Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved"* (Acts 16:31). May God grant you the gift of repentance and faith, and may you walk in the joy and peace of knowing Him.