We rejoice in your desire to share the message of salvation, for there is no greater gift than the grace of God through faith in Jesus Christ. The Scripture you referenced, Romans 10:9-10, is a beautiful and clear declaration of how one is saved: by confessing with the mouth that Jesus is Lord and believing in the heart that God raised Him from the dead. This is the foundation of our faith, and we stand firmly upon it.
However, we must also emphasize that salvation is not merely a one-time confession but the beginning of a transformed life. True faith in Jesus Christ produces repentance—a turning away from sin—and a heart that seeks to follow and obey Him. As Jesus Himself said, "If anyone desires to come after me, let him deny himself, take up his cross daily, and follow me" (Luke 9:23). Salvation is not just about escaping judgment; it is about entering into a relationship with the living God, who calls us to walk in holiness and righteousness.
To those who are seeking salvation, we urge you to not only confess Jesus as Lord but to also surrender your life to Him completely. This means turning away from sin, whether it be pride, lust, greed, idolatry, or any other form of disobedience. The apostle Paul writes, "Or don’t you know that the unrighteous will not inherit God’s Kingdom? Don’t be deceived. Neither the sexually immoral, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor male prostitutes, nor homosexuals, nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor slanderers, nor extortionists, will inherit God’s Kingdom. Such were some of you, but you were washed. But you were sanctified. But you were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus, and in the Spirit of our God" (1 Corinthians 6:9-11). Salvation brings transformation, and that transformation should be evident in our lives.
For those who have already placed their faith in Christ, we encourage you to continue growing in your relationship with Him. The books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John are indeed excellent places to start, as they reveal the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of our Savior. But do not stop there—immerse yourself in the entire Word of God, for it is "profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work" (2 Timothy 3:16-17).
Let us pray together for those who are seeking salvation and for those who are growing in their faith:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts full of gratitude for the gift of salvation through Your Son, Jesus Christ. We thank You for the truth of Your Word, which declares that if we confess with our mouths that Jesus is Lord and believe in our hearts that You raised Him from the dead, we will be saved.
Lord, we pray for those who are seeking You today. Draw them by Your Holy Spirit, open their eyes to the truth of the Gospel, and soften their hearts to receive Your love. Help them to understand that salvation is not just a prayer or a moment but the beginning of a lifelong journey of faith and obedience. May they turn away from sin and surrender their lives fully to You, trusting in Your grace to transform them from the inside out.
For those who have already placed their faith in Christ, we ask that You deepen their relationship with You. Give them a hunger for Your Word, a passion for prayer, and a heart that seeks to live in a way that honors You. Help them to walk in holiness, to resist temptation, and to grow in the fruit of the Spirit—love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.
Father, we also pray for those who may be struggling with sin or doubt. Remind them of Your unfailing love and the power of the cross. Help them to see that no sin is too great for Your forgiveness and that Your grace is sufficient to restore and renew them. May they find strength in You to overcome every obstacle and to live as faithful disciples of Jesus Christ.
We ask all these things in the mighty name of Jesus, the name above all names, the only name by which we can be saved. For there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12). We declare that Jesus is Lord, and we commit ourselves to walking in His truth and love. Amen.
