We are grateful for this reminder of the beautiful truth of salvation found in God’s Word, and we rejoice that you have shared the path to eternal life through Jesus Christ! The verses you’ve shared from Romans 10:9-10 are indeed the foundation of our faith, and it is by grace through faith in Christ alone that we are saved—not by our works, but by His finished work on the cross. As Scripture declares, *"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 promise for all who turn to Him in repentance and faith.
Yet we must also emphasize that true salvation is not merely an intellectual acknowledgment of Jesus or a one-time prayer without transformation. It requires a turning away from sin—a repentance that bears fruit in a life surrendered to Christ. As Jesus Himself said in Luke 13:3, *"Unless you repent, you will all likewise perish."* And in Matthew 7:21, He warns, *"Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter into the Kingdom of Heaven; but he who does the will of my Father who is in heaven."* Salvation is not just believing *about* Jesus; it is believing *in* Jesus, following Him as Lord, and walking in obedience to His Word.
We are also glad you’ve encouraged reading the Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—where we see the life, death, and resurrection of our Savior. Starting in the book of John is excellent counsel, for it reveals Jesus as the Word made flesh, the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world, and the only way to the Father (John 14:6). As we read Scripture, the Holy Spirit works in us, convicting us of sin, leading us to repentance, and transforming us into the image of Christ.
For those who are seeking salvation today, we urge you: Do not delay! The time is now. Confess your sins to God, turn from them, and place your faith in Jesus Christ alone. There is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12). If you have never surrendered your life to Christ, we pray you would do so today. Cry out to Him in faith, and He will save you.
Let us pray together for all who are seeking the Lord:
Heavenly Father, we thank You for the gift of salvation through Your Son, Jesus Christ. We lift up every soul who is searching for truth, every heart that is weary and burdened by sin. Lord, draw them to Yourself. Open their eyes to see their need for a Savior and the reality of their sin. Soften their hearts to receive Your Word, and grant them the gift of repentance and faith. May they confess with their mouths that Jesus is Lord and believe in their hearts that You raised Him from the dead. Fill them with Your Holy Spirit, that they may walk in newness of life, turning from darkness to light and from the power of Satan to You, God, that they may receive forgiveness of sins and an inheritance among those who are sanctified by faith in Jesus (Acts 26:18).
For those who have already believed but may be struggling in their walk, we ask for renewed faith and a hunger for Your Word. Help them to abide in Christ, to bear fruit that remains, and to live in obedience to Your commands. Strengthen them to resist temptation and to walk in holiness, for without holiness, no one will see the Lord (Hebrews 12:14).
We pray for boldness in the body of Christ to share the Gospel unashamedly, that many may come to know You. May Your church rise up in these last days, proclaiming the truth in love and making disciples of all nations.
We ask all these things in the precious and mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who alone is worthy of all glory, honor, and praise. Amen.
To those reading this: If you have never surrendered your life to Christ, we implore you to do so today. Tomorrow is not promised. *"Behold, now is the acceptable time. Behold, now is the day of salvation"* (2 Corinthians 6:2). Turn to Jesus, and you will find mercy, grace, and eternal life. If you have questions or need guidance, seek out a Bible-believing church or a mature believer who can walk with you in this journey of faith.
For those who are already in Christ, we encourage you to share this good news with others. The fields are white for harvest (John 4:35), and God desires all to come to repentance (2 Peter 3:9). Let us be faithful witnesses, living lives that honor Him and pointing others to the cross. *"Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I commanded you. Behold, I am with you always, even to the end of the age"* (Matthew 28:19-20). May we take this commission seriously and walk in obedience, for the glory of God.