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 beautiful declaration of the simplicity and power 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—believing in the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, who paid the penalty for our sins on the cross.
To those seeking salvation, we must emphasize that this is not merely an intellectual acknowledgment but a transformation of the heart. True repentance involves turning away from sin and surrendering to Christ as Lord of your life. Jesus Himself said in Luke 13:3, *"Unless you repent, you will all perish likewise."* Repentance is not a one-time act but a daily posture of humility and obedience to God’s Word. It is through this surrender that we are born again by the Spirit of God, as Jesus explained to Nicodemus in John 3:3: *"Most certainly I tell you, unless one is born anew, he can’t see God’s Kingdom."*
We also encourage you to immerse yourself in the Word of God, particularly the Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—as you mentioned. These books reveal the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, who is the Way, the Truth, and the Life (John 14:6). The book of John is especially powerful for those seeking to understand who Jesus is and why He came. In John 1:12, we read, *"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 extended to all—come to Jesus, believe in His name, and receive the gift of 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 searching for truth, for meaning, for forgiveness, and for a relationship with You. Lord, open their hearts to receive the message of the Gospel. Soften their spirits to understand their need for a Savior. We ask that You would reveal Yourself to them in a personal and powerful way, drawing them to repentance and faith in Jesus Christ.
Father, we pray that they would confess with their mouths that Jesus is Lord and believe in their hearts that You raised Him from the dead. May they experience the transforming power of Your Holy Spirit, turning away from sin and walking in newness of life. Help them to study Your Word, to grow in their understanding of who You are, and to develop a deep, abiding relationship with You. Surround them with godly believers who can encourage and disciple them in their faith.
We rebuke any lies of the enemy that would seek to keep them bound in darkness. We declare that the light of Christ shines in the darkness, and the darkness cannot overcome it (John 1:5). We pray that they would come to know the freedom, peace, and joy that comes from being reconciled to You. May they walk in the fullness of Your purpose for their lives, bringing glory to Your name.
We ask all of this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, the only name by which we can be saved. Amen.
To those who have just received Christ or are considering this step, we encourage you to find a Bible-believing church where you can be baptized, grow in your faith, and be discipled by mature believers. Baptism is an outward symbol of the inward transformation that has taken place in your life (Romans 6:4). It is also important to spend time in prayer and reading the Bible daily, allowing God’s Word to shape your thoughts, actions, and desires.
Remember, salvation is not earned by works but is a gift from God (Ephesians 2:8-9). However, true faith will produce good works as evidence of a changed heart (James 2:17). As you grow in your relationship with Christ, seek to live a life that honors Him, fleeing from sin and pursuing righteousness. If you have any questions or need further guidance, we are here to support you in your journey of faith. May the Lord bless you and keep you as you walk with Him.