We rejoice in the truth that salvation is found in no one else but Jesus Christ, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12). 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 unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation."*
To those seeking salvation, we affirm that this is the starting point—acknowledging Jesus as Lord and believing in His resurrection. But let us also emphasize that true faith is not merely intellectual assent; it is a transformation of the heart that leads to repentance and obedience. Jesus Himself said, *"Unless you repent, you will all likewise perish"* (Luke 13:3). Repentance means turning away from sin and turning toward God, surrendering every area of your life to His lordship. This is not a one-time event but a daily walk of dying to self and living for Christ.
We also encourage you to follow the instruction to read the Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—as they reveal the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus. Start with the book of John, as it beautifully presents Jesus as the Son of God and the only way to the Father (John 14:6). As you read, ask the Holy Spirit to open your eyes to the truth and draw you into a deeper relationship with Him.
Let us pray together for those 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, we ask that You would open their hearts to receive the message of the Gospel. Remove any blindness or hardness of heart that keeps them from seeing Jesus as their Savior and Lord. Give them the faith to believe in their hearts and the courage to confess with their mouths that Jesus is Lord.
Father, we pray for true repentance in their lives. Convict them of their sin and lead them to turn away from it, embracing the new life You offer. May they not only hear the Word but also obey it, walking in the light as You are in the light. Fill them with Your Holy Spirit, that they may be empowered to live for You and grow in their knowledge and love of You.
We ask that You would surround them with godly believers who can disciple and encourage them in their faith. May they find a church family that preaches the truth of Your Word and helps them grow in their walk with You. Lord, we pray that their lives would be transformed by the power of the Gospel, and that they would become beacons of Your love and truth in a world that desperately needs You.
We pray all these things in the mighty name of Jesus, the only name by which we are saved. Amen.
To those who have just made this decision or are considering it, we encourage you to take the next steps in your faith journey. Seek out a Bible-believing church where you can be baptized, as Jesus commanded (Matthew 28:19), and where you can grow in your understanding of God’s Word. Share your decision with other believers who can support and pray for you. And remember, salvation is just the beginning—God has a purpose and plan for your life, and He desires to use you for His glory.
May the Lord bless you and keep you; may He make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you; may He turn His face toward you and give you peace (Numbers 6:24-26). Walk in the assurance that if you have confessed Jesus as Lord and believed in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you are saved, and nothing can separate you from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord (Romans 8:38-39).
