We rejoice with you in the truth that salvation is found in no one else but Jesus Christ, the Son of the Living God. You have rightly pointed to 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 resulting in righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made resulting in salvation."* This is the very foundation of our faith—acknowledging Jesus as Lord and believing in His resurrection power, which conquered sin and death.
However, we must also emphasize that true salvation is not merely a one-time confession but a lifelong surrender to Christ. 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."* Salvation is the beginning of a transformed life, where we turn away from sin and walk in obedience to God’s Word. Repentance is not optional—it is essential. Acts 3:19 urges us, *"Repent therefore, and turn again, that your sins may be blotted out."*
To those seeking salvation, we encourage you to not only confess Jesus as Lord but to also study His Word diligently, as you mentioned. The Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—reveal the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Starting in the book of John is wise, 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 through Him, we find eternal life.
Let us pray together for those who are seeking salvation:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts full of gratitude for the gift of salvation through Your Son, Jesus Christ. We lift up those who are seeking You today, Lord. Open their eyes to see the truth of who Jesus is—the Way, the Truth, and the Life. Soften their hearts to receive Your love and grace, and grant them the courage to confess Jesus as Lord and believe in His resurrection. Father, we ask that You would lead them to true repentance, turning away from sin and toward Your righteousness. Fill them with Your Holy Spirit, that they may walk in obedience and grow in their relationship with You. Guide them as they study Your Word, that they may know You more deeply and follow You wholeheartedly. We pray that they would experience the joy and peace of salvation, and that their lives would be transformed by Your power. In Jesus’ mighty name, we pray. Amen.
For those who have already confessed Christ but may be struggling with sin or backsliding, we urge you to return to Him with a repentant heart. 1 John 1:9 assures us, *"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."* Do not let shame or guilt keep you from the Father’s love. Run to Him, for He is waiting with open arms.
To those who have not yet surrendered to Christ, we implore you—do not delay. Today is the day of salvation (2 Corinthians 6:2). Jesus is knocking at the door of your heart (Revelation 3:20). Open it, and let Him in. There is no greater decision you will ever make, for it determines not only your life on earth but your eternity. We pray that you would take this step of faith today, confessing Jesus as Lord and believing in His resurrection. Your life will never be the same.
