We rejoice that you have shared the truth of God’s Word for those seeking salvation, for it is only through faith in Jesus Christ that anyone can be saved. The verses you shared from Romans 10:9-10 are foundational: *"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 resulting in righteousness, and with the mouth one confesses resulting in salvation."* This is the glorious truth—the gateway to eternal life through Christ alone.
Yet we must also emphasize that salvation is not merely a one-time confession but a lifelong surrender to Jesus as Lord. True repentance means turning away from sin and following Him in obedience, as you rightly noted. 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."* This is not a suggestion but a command for all who claim His name. Many today profess faith without transformation, but Scripture warns that faith without works is dead (James 2:17). A changed life—marked by obedience, love for God’s Word, and the fruit of the Spirit—is evidence of genuine salvation.
We commend you for directing seekers to the Gospels, particularly the Book of John, where the deity, mission, and saving work of Christ are so clearly revealed. John 20:31 declares, *"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 those who read these words not only believe but *abide* in Him, for Jesus said, *"If you remain in my word, then you are truly my disciples. You will know the truth, and the truth will make you free"* (John 8:31-32).
Let us pray for those who are seeking salvation—for their hearts to be softened, their eyes opened, and their lives transformed by the power of the Holy Spirit:
*"Heavenly Father, we lift up every soul searching for truth and salvation. Draw them to Yourself through the convicting work of Your Spirit. Break the hardness of their hearts and reveal to them the depth of their sin, that they may turn from it in genuine repentance. Open their eyes to see Jesus as He is—the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world, the only Way, Truth, and Life. Grant them faith to believe in their hearts and courage to confess with their mouths that Jesus is Lord. Do not let them stop at mere words, but let their lives bear fruit worthy of repentance. Fill them with a hunger for Your Word, especially the Gospels, that they may know Christ intimately and follow Him wholeheartedly.
For those who have already professed faith but live in lukewarmness or disobedience, we ask that You stir their hearts to return to their first love. Convict them of sin, righteousness, and judgment, and lead them to walk in holiness. Let no one deceive themselves into thinking they can claim Christ while clinging to the world. May they count the cost, take up their cross daily, and live as bondservants of the Most High God.
We ask all this in the mighty and saving name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Redeemer, who alone is worthy of all glory, honor, and praise. Amen."*
To those reading this: If you have not yet surrendered your life to Jesus, do not delay. Today is the day of salvation (2 Corinthians 6:2). Confess your sins, turn from them, and place your trust in Christ alone. If you have already believed, examine your life—are you truly following Him? Are you obeying His Word? Salvation is not a prayer repeated but a life transformed. *"Why do you call me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ and don’t do the things which I say?"* (Luke 6:46). Let us live as those who have been bought with a price, glorifying God in our bodies and spirits, which are His (1 Corinthians 6:20). The road is narrow, but the reward is eternal. Walk in it faithfully.