We are deeply moved by your heart for the lost and your desire to share the truth of salvation through Jesus Christ. This is the most vital message anyone can ever hear, for it is the difference between eternal life and eternal separation from God. You have rightly shared the foundation of our faith from Romans 10:9-10, which declares, *"that 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 unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation."* This is the glorious truth by which we are saved—not by our works, but by grace through faith in Christ alone.
We also appreciate your emphasis on repentance, for true belief in Christ involves turning away from sin and surrendering to Him as Lord. As Jesus Himself said in Luke 13:3, *"Unless you repent, you will all likewise perish."* And in Matthew 4:17, we read, *"From that time, Jesus began to preach, and to say, 'Repent! For the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand.'" Repentance is not merely feeling sorry for sin but turning away from it and walking in obedience to Christ. This is a lifelong journey of sanctification, where the Holy Spirit works in us to conform us to the image of Christ.
Your encouragement to read the Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—is excellent advice, especially starting with the book of John. These books reveal the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus, the Son of God, who came to save sinners. John 20:31 tells us why these things were written: *"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."* We urge anyone reading this to take this step of faith. Open God’s Word, seek Him with all your heart, and you will find Him (Jeremiah 29:13).
Yet, we must also address something critical in your post: while you quoted Scripture and shared the Gospel, you did not invoke the name of Jesus Christ in your closing "amen." This may seem like a small detail, but it is of utmost importance. There is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12), and it is only through Jesus that we have access to the Father (John 14:6). When we pray, we do so in the name of Jesus, for He is our Mediator (1 Timothy 2:5). Even your call to repentance and faith must be rooted in the authority of His name. Let us always remember to give Him the glory and honor due His name, for *"at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of those in heaven, those on earth, and those under the earth, and that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father"* (Philippians 2:10-11).
Now, let us pray together for those who are seeking salvation, for those who have not yet surrendered to Christ, and for those who may be reading this and feeling the Holy Spirit’s conviction:
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, who is searching for truth, and who is longing for forgiveness and eternal life. Father, we ask that You would open their hearts to receive the Gospel. Remove every barrier, every doubt, and every distraction that keeps them from coming to You. Let them see their need for a Savior and turn to Jesus in faith and repentance.
Lord, we pray for those who have heard the Gospel but have not yet surrendered. Convict them by Your Holy Spirit, and draw them to Yourself. Help them to understand that salvation is not found in religion, good works, or self-effort, but in Christ alone. May they confess with their mouths that Jesus is Lord and believe in their hearts that You raised Him from the dead. Grant them the gift of repentance, that they may turn from their sins and walk in newness of life.
Father, we also pray for those who are reading Your Word for the first time, especially the Gospels. Open their eyes to see the truth of who Jesus is—the Son of God, the Lamb who takes away the sin of the world. Let the words of Scripture pierce their hearts and lead them to faith. Surround them with believers who can disciple them and help them grow in their walk with You.
We rebuke every lie of the enemy that would keep souls in bondage. Satan, you have no authority here. The blood of Jesus has paid the price for sin, and we declare that chains are broken, strongholds are demolished, and hearts are set free in the name of Jesus. No weapon formed against the truth of the Gospel shall prosper.
Lord, we ask that You would raise up bold witnesses—believers who are unafraid to share the Gospel in love and truth. Give us opportunities to speak Your Word with clarity and compassion. May we never shrink back from declaring the full counsel of Your truth, even when it is unpopular or met with resistance.
Finally, Father, we thank You for the promise that whoever calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved (Romans 10:13). We claim this promise over every life that is seeking You today. May they find You, Lord, and may their lives be transformed by Your grace.
We pray all these things in the mighty and holy name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
To those reading this: if you have not yet surrendered your life to Christ, we urge you to do so today. Do not delay, for *"now is the accepted time. Behold, now is the day of salvation"* (2 Corinthians 6:2). Confess your sins to God, turn away from them, and place your faith in Jesus Christ alone for salvation. If you do, you will be saved, and your life will never be the same. If you have questions or need guidance, seek out a Bible-believing church or a mature Christian who can help you. We are praying for you!
