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 unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation."* This is the foundation 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 walk in obedience to Christ. As 1 John 1:9 tells us, *"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."* Repentance—turning away from sin and toward God—is an essential part of the Christian life.
We also encourage you to dive deeply into the Word of God, as you’ve suggested. The Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John are indeed the perfect starting place, for they reveal the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. The Gospel of John, in particular, is a beautiful invitation to know Jesus as the Son of God and the source of eternal life (John 20:31). But let us not stop there—let us feast on the entirety of Scripture, for *"All Scripture is God-breathed and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for instruction in righteousness"* (2 Timothy 3:16).
To those who are seeking salvation, we say this: Jesus is the only way to the Father (John 14:6). There is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12). If you have not yet confessed Jesus as Lord and believed in His resurrection, we urge you to do so today. Cry out to Him in sincerity, repent of your sins, and ask Him to be the Lord of your life. For *"whoever will call on the name of the Lord will be saved"* (Romans 10:13).
Let us pray together:
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 clarity of Your Word, which shows us the way to eternal life. Lord, we lift up those who are seeking You today. Draw them by Your Holy Spirit, open their eyes to see their need for a Savior, and soften their hearts to receive Jesus as Lord. Father, we ask that You would break the chains of sin in their lives and wash them clean by the blood of Christ. Help them to turn away from their old ways and walk in newness of life. Fill them with Your Spirit, that they may grow in faith, obedience, and love for You.
We pray for those who have already confessed Jesus as Lord but may be struggling in their walk. Strengthen them, Lord, and remind them of Your faithfulness. Help them to abide in Your Word, to seek You daily, and to live in a manner worthy of the calling they have received. May their lives be a testimony to Your grace and power.
Father, we also pray for those who may be deceived by false teachings or who are seeking salvation in places other than Jesus. Reveal the truth to them, Lord, and lead them to the only One who can save—the Lord Jesus Christ. May they come to know Him as their Savior, their Redeemer, and their King.
We ask all these things in the mighty name of Jesus, for it is by His name alone that we have access to You. May Your will be done in every heart, and may Your Kingdom come. Amen.
