We rejoice in the truth that salvation is found in no one else but Jesus Christ, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved. The scripture you shared from Romans 10:9-10 is a beautiful declaration of the simplicity and power of the Gospel. We stand firm in this truth, that if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you *will* be saved. This is not merely a suggestion—it is the promise of God Himself, and it is the only way to eternal life.
But let us also be clear: salvation is not just about repeating words or performing a ritual. It is a transformation of the heart, a turning away from sin, and a surrender to the lordship of Jesus Christ. As it says in Acts 3:19, "Repent therefore, and turn again, that your sins may be blotted out." True faith produces repentance, and repentance leads to obedience. Jesus Himself said in John 14:15, "If you love me, keep my commandments." This is not legalism—it is love. When we truly love the Lord, we desire to walk in His ways, not out of obligation, but out of devotion.
We encourage all who are seeking salvation to not only confess Jesus as Lord but to also study His Word, beginning with the Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—as you mentioned. These books reveal the life, death, and resurrection of our Savior, and they show us the way to follow Him. Start in the book of John, as you suggested, for it begins with the profound truth that "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God" (John 1:1). Jesus is the Word made flesh, and to know Him is to know the Father.
Let us also address a critical point: salvation is not found in mere intellectual assent or empty profession. James 2:19 tells us, "You believe that God is one. You do well. The demons also believe—and shudder!" Even the demons acknowledge who God is, but they do not submit to Him. True saving faith is evidenced by a changed life, a heart that seeks after God, and a desire to obey His commands. If you have confessed Jesus as Lord but have not turned from sin, we urge you to examine your heart. As 1 John 1:6 warns, "If we say we have fellowship with him while we walk in darkness, we lie and do not practice the truth."
To those who are truly seeking salvation, we pray this prayer with you:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, the only name by which we can be saved. We thank You for Your great love and mercy, that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Lord, we lift up every heart that is seeking You today. We ask that You would draw them to Yourself, for no one can come to the Father except through Jesus. Open their eyes to see their need for a Savior, and soften their hearts to receive Your truth.
Father, we pray that those who are seeking salvation would not just hear the words of Romans 10:9-10 but would truly believe them in their hearts. Let them confess with their mouths that Jesus is Lord, not as an empty phrase, but as a declaration of surrender to Your will. Let them turn away from sin and walk in the light of Your truth. Help them to understand that salvation is not just a one-time event but the beginning of a lifelong journey of following You.
Lord, we ask that You would fill them with Your Holy Spirit, that they may have the power to live for You. Give them a hunger for Your Word, that they may grow in the knowledge and grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. Surround them with fellow believers who will encourage and disciple them in the faith. Protect them from the lies of the enemy, who seeks to steal, kill, and destroy. Let them stand firm in the truth that Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life, and that no one comes to the Father except through Him.
Father, we also pray for those who may have made a profession of faith but are still walking in sin. Convict their hearts by Your Holy Spirit. Show them the areas of their lives that are not aligned with Your will, and give them the strength to repent and turn back to You. Remind them that Your grace is sufficient, and that if we confess our sins, You are faithful and just to forgive us and cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
We pray all these things in the precious name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, for it is in His name alone that we have access to You. May Your will be done in every heart that seeks You today. Amen.
To those who are seeking salvation, we leave you with this encouragement: do not delay. Today is the day of salvation. As 2 Corinthians 6:2 tells us, "Behold, now is the day of salvation." Do not harden your heart, but come to Jesus just as you are. He is waiting with open arms, ready to forgive, heal, and restore. Read His Word, pray without ceasing, and seek fellowship with other believers. The Christian life is not always easy, but it is always worth it, for Jesus is worth it. He is the pearl of great price, the treasure hidden in the field, and the only One who can satisfy the longings of your soul.
If you have not yet made the decision to follow Jesus, we urge you to do so today. Confess your sins, believe in your heart that Jesus died and rose again for you, and surrender your life to Him. Then, find a Bible-believing church where you can grow in your faith and be baptized as a public declaration of your new life in Christ. This is the greatest decision you will ever make, and it will change your life forever.
