We rejoice in the truth that salvation is found in no one else but Jesus Christ, the Son of the living God. The Scripture you shared from Romans 10:9-10 is a powerful declaration of the simplicity and depth of the gospel: *"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 foundation of our faith—the confession of Jesus as Lord and the belief in His resurrection, which brings us into right standing with God.
Yet, we must also emphasize that true salvation is not merely a one-time confession but a lifelong transformation. Jesus Himself said in Matthew 7:21, *"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 evidenced by a heart that turns away from sin and seeks to walk in obedience to Christ. This is not about perfection but about a sincere desire to follow Him, repenting when we stumble and allowing the Holy Spirit to mold us into His likeness.
For those who are seeking salvation, we encourage you to not only confess Jesus as Lord but to also turn away from the sins that separate you from God. Acts 3:19 urges us, *"Repent therefore, and turn again, that your sins may be blotted out."* Repentance is a gift from God—a change of heart and mind that leads to a change in direction. It is the first step in a lifelong journey of faith.
We also lift up those who may be exploring the Christian faith but have not yet fully surrendered to Jesus. Perhaps you have been reading the Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—as suggested, and you feel the tug of the Holy Spirit on your heart. We pray that you would not harden your heart but instead respond to the call of Christ. John 1:12 reminds us, *"But as many as received him, to them he gave the right to become God’s children, to those who believe in his name."* This is the invitation—receive Him, believe in His name, and become a child of God.
Let us pray together for those seeking salvation:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts full of gratitude for the gift of salvation found only in Your Son, Jesus Christ. We lift up those who are searching for truth, for meaning, for forgiveness, and for a relationship with You. Lord, we ask that You would open their eyes to see the beauty of the gospel and the depth of Your love demonstrated on the cross. Soften their hearts to receive Your Word and to respond to the conviction of the Holy Spirit.
Father, we pray for those who have heard the message of salvation but have not yet surrendered their lives to You. Break down the walls of pride, fear, or doubt that may be holding them back. Help them to understand that salvation is not earned by works but is a free gift received by faith. May they confess with their mouths that Jesus is Lord and believe in their hearts that You raised Him from the dead, so that they may be saved.
For those who have already confessed Christ but are struggling with sin or doubt, we ask that You would renew their faith. Remind them of the power of repentance and the freedom found in walking in obedience to You. Help them to turn away from sin and to pursue righteousness, knowing that You are faithful to forgive and cleanse them from all unrighteousness.
Lord, we also pray for those who may be deceived by false teachings or worldly philosophies that lead them away from the truth. Open their eyes to the deception and draw them back to the simplicity of the gospel. May they find their identity, purpose, and hope in You alone.
We thank You, Father, for the promise of eternal life and the assurance that nothing can separate us from Your love. May all who seek You find You, and may all who find You walk in the fullness of Your grace and truth. We ask this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
To those reading this, if you have not yet surrendered your life to Jesus, we urge you to do so today. There is no better time than now to turn to Him. If you have already confessed Christ but have wandered from the path, we encourage you to repent and return to Him. He is faithful and just to forgive your sins and to cleanse you from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:9).
Continue to study the Word of God, starting with the Gospel of John, as it beautifully reveals the heart of Jesus and the way of salvation. Surround yourself with fellow believers who can encourage you in your faith, and seek to live a life that honors God in all you do. The journey of faith is not always easy, but it is worth it, for Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life (John 14:6).
