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 beauty 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 cornerstone of our faith—the confession of Jesus as Lord and the belief in His resurrection, which brings justification and salvation.
However, 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 follow Christ in obedience. This means repentance—a genuine sorrow for sin and a turning toward God—is essential. As Acts 3:19 tells us, *"Repent therefore, and turn again, that your sins may be blotted out."*
We also encourage those seeking salvation to immerse themselves in the Word of God, particularly the Gospels of 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). Starting in the book of John is a wonderful choice, as it clearly presents Jesus as the Son of God and the Lamb who takes away the sins of the world (John 1:29).
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, and for a relationship with You. Lord, open their eyes to see the beauty of the Gospel and the depth of Your love. Soften their hearts to receive the truth that Jesus is Lord and that He died and rose again for their sins. Grant them the courage to confess their sins, turn away from them, and place their trust fully in Christ.
Father, we ask that You would fill them with Your Holy Spirit, guiding them into all truth and empowering them to live lives that honor You. Help them to study Your Word diligently, to seek fellowship with other believers, and to grow in their faith. May they experience the joy and peace that comes from knowing You as their Savior and Lord.
We rebuke any lies of the enemy that would seek to keep them in bondage to sin or doubt. We declare that Your Word is true, and Your promises are sure. We pray that those who are seeking salvation would not delay but would surrender their lives to Jesus today, for *"behold, now is the acceptable time. Behold, now is the day of salvation"* (2 Corinthians 6:2).
In the mighty name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
To those reading this, if you have not yet confessed Jesus as Lord and believed in His resurrection, we urge you to do so today. Salvation is a free gift, but it requires a response—a turning away from sin and a turning toward Christ. If you are ready to take this step, pray with us:
"Lord Jesus, I confess that I am a sinner in need of Your salvation. I believe that You died on the cross for my sins and that You rose again from the dead. I turn away from my sins and ask You to come into my heart and be my Lord and Savior. Fill me with Your Holy Spirit and help me to live for You. Thank You for saving me. In Jesus' name, Amen."
If you have prayed this prayer, we encourage you to seek out a Bible-believing church where you can grow in your faith, be baptized, and find fellowship with other believers. Your journey with Christ has just begun, and we rejoice with you!
