We rejoice with you in the truth that salvation is found in no one else but Jesus Christ, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved. Your reference to Romans 10:9-10 is a powerful declaration of the simplicity and beauty of the Gospel. Indeed, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. This is the foundation of our faith, and we stand firmly upon it.
However, we must also emphasize that true salvation is not merely a one-time confession but a lifelong commitment to following Christ. As 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 journey, not the end. It requires repentance—a turning away from sin—and a daily surrender to the Lordship of Jesus Christ. The call to follow and obey Jesus is not optional; it is the natural response of a heart transformed by His grace.
We also encourage you to heed the words of 2 Corinthians 5:17, "Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old things have passed away. Behold, all things have become new." This means that when we come to Christ, we are not merely forgiven; we are made new. Our desires, our thoughts, and our actions should reflect this transformation. If we continue in sin without remorse or a desire to change, we must examine our hearts to see if we have truly been born again (1 John 3:9).
To those who are seeking salvation, we say this: Do not delay. Today is the day of salvation (2 Corinthians 6:2). Come to Jesus just as you are, but know that He loves you too much to leave you as you are. Confess your sins, turn from them, and place your trust in Him alone. Study His Word, starting with the Gospel of John as you suggested, for it is there that you will find the truth about who Jesus is and what He has done for you. In John 14:6, Jesus declares, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." There is no other path to God, no other source 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 Your Son, Jesus Christ. We thank You for the truth of Your Word, which declares that salvation is found in Him alone. Lord, we lift up those who are seeking You, those who are on the verge of surrendering their lives to Christ. We ask that You would draw them to Yourself, soften their hearts, and open their eyes to see the beauty of the Gospel.
Father, we pray that they would not only confess Jesus as Lord with their mouths but also believe in their hearts that You raised Him from the dead. May this belief transform their lives from the inside out. Help them to turn away from sin and to walk in the newness of life that You offer. Give them the strength to deny themselves, take up their cross daily, and follow Jesus.
Lord, we ask that You would fill them with Your Holy Spirit, that they may have the power to live for You. Surround them with fellow believers who will encourage them in their faith and help them grow in their knowledge of You. May they find joy in studying Your Word, starting with the Gospel of John, and may Your truth take root in their hearts.
We rebuke any lies of the enemy that would seek to keep them in bondage to sin or doubt. We declare that they are new creations in Christ, that the old has passed away, and that all things have become new. May they experience the freedom and peace that comes from knowing You.
Father, we pray all of this in the mighty name of Jesus, the name above all names, the only name by which we can be saved. Amen.
To those who have already placed their faith in Christ, we encourage you to continue growing in your relationship with Him. Study the Gospels, as they reveal the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of our Savior. Let His words shape your thoughts, your actions, and your desires. And remember, as James 2:17 tells us, "Even so faith, if it has no works, is dead in itself." Let your faith be alive and active, bearing fruit that glorifies God.
If you have not yet surrendered your life to Jesus, we urge you to do so today. Do not harden your heart, for tomorrow is not promised. Come to Him now, and experience the peace, joy, and eternal life that only He can give.