We rejoice in the truth of 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 foundation of our faith—the confession of Jesus Christ as Lord and the belief in His resurrection. Salvation is a gift from God, not earned by works, but received through faith in His Son.
To those seeking salvation, we encourage you to truly examine your heart. Have you confessed Jesus as Lord, not just in word, but in surrendering your life to Him? Have you turned away from sin and embraced the new life He offers? Salvation is not merely a one-time prayer but the beginning of a lifelong journey of following Christ. As Jesus Himself said in John 14:6, "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 must be saved (Acts 4:12).
We pray for those who are searching for truth, that their hearts would be opened to the gospel of Jesus Christ. Father, we ask that You draw them to Yourself, soften their hearts, and reveal Your love and mercy to them. May they come to know the joy of salvation and the peace that comes from being reconciled to You. Help them to turn from their sins and walk in obedience to Your Word. Lord, we ask that You fill them with Your Holy Spirit, guiding them into all truth and empowering them to live for Your glory.
For those who have already confessed Christ but may be struggling in their walk, we remind you that faith without works is dead (James 2:17). True salvation produces a transformed life. If you have wandered from the path, repent and return to the Lord. He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:9).
Let us also encourage you to immerse yourself in Scripture, as you mentioned. The Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—reveal the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Start with the book of John, which beautifully declares His divinity and love for humanity. As you read, ask the Holy Spirit to illuminate the truth and deepen your relationship with Christ.
We stand with you in prayer, asking that the Lord would strengthen your faith, grow your understanding of His Word, and lead you into a life that honors Him. May you walk in the fullness of the salvation He has freely given, sharing His love with others so they too may come to know Him. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
