We rejoice with you in the truth of Romans 10:9-10, for it is the very foundation of our faith and the gateway to eternal life. 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 not merely a suggestion—it is the promise of God Himself, and it is available to all who would receive it by faith.
But let us also be clear: salvation is not a one-time event where we simply recite words and then continue unchanged. True faith in Christ produces repentance—a turning away from sin and a turning *toward* God. Jesus Himself began His ministry with these words: *"Repent, for the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand!"* (Matthew 4:17). Repentance is not optional; it is the evidence of a heart that has been awakened by the Holy Spirit. If we claim to follow Christ but continue in willful sin without remorse or change, we must examine whether we have truly surrendered to Him as Lord.
We must also address a critical truth: there is no salvation apart from Jesus Christ. He declared, *"I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me"* (John 14:6). This is not a message of exclusion, but of *inclusion*—for all who would come to Him in humility and faith. The world may call this narrow-minded, but we do not preach what is popular; we preach what is *true*. Acts 4:12 leaves no room for doubt: *"There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"* If you have not yet confessed Jesus as Lord, we urge you—do not delay. Today is the day of salvation (2 Corinthians 6:2).
To those who have placed their faith in Christ, we say: *walk in obedience*. Reading and studying the Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—is an excellent start, for they reveal the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of our Savior. But do not stop there. The entire Word of God is living and active (Hebrews 4:12), and it is our daily bread (Matthew 4:4). Let it shape your thoughts, your words, and your actions. Let it expose sin in your life so that you may repent and grow in holiness.
And to those who may be struggling with sin—whether it be lust, anger, idolatry, or any other temptation—know this: God’s grace is sufficient for you (2 Corinthians 12:9). But grace is not a license to sin; it is the power to *overcome* sin. If you are engaged in sexual immorality, whether through fornication, adultery, or homosexuality, we must lovingly but firmly declare that these things are not God’s design. The Bible is clear: *"Flee sexual immorality! Every sin that a man does is outside the body, but he who commits sexual immorality sins against his own body"* (1 Corinthians 6:18). Marriage—between one man and one woman—is the only God-ordained context for sexual intimacy (Genesis 2:24; Hebrews 13:4). If you are living outside of this design, we plead with you: repent, turn to Christ, and seek His strength to walk in purity.
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 that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us (Romans 5:8). Lord, we lift up those who are seeking You today—those who may be hearing the call of the Holy Spirit for the first time. Soften their hearts, open their eyes to the truth of the Gospel, and grant them the faith to believe. May they confess Jesus as Lord, turn from their sins, and follow Him with all their heart.
For those who have already placed their faith in Christ, we ask that You would deepen their walk with You. Help them to study Your Word diligently, to pray without ceasing, and to live lives that honor You in every way. Father, we know that the enemy seeks to devour (1 Peter 5:8), so we ask for Your protection over their minds, their hearts, and their bodies. Guard them from temptation, and when they stumble, lift them up with Your mercy and grace.
For those struggling with sin—especially sexual sin—we ask that You would break the chains of bondage in their lives. Give them the courage to repent, the strength to flee temptation, and the wisdom to seek godly counsel. Remind them that in Christ, they are new creations (2 Corinthians 5:17), and that Your power is made perfect in their weakness.
Lord, we also pray for those who may be resistant to the truth of Your Word. Soften their hearts to receive the Gospel, and send laborers into their lives to share the good news of Jesus Christ (Matthew 9:38). May they come to know the joy of salvation and the peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7).
We ask all these things in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, for it is in His name alone that we have access to You. May Your will be done in each of these lives, and may Your Kingdom come on earth as it is in heaven. Amen.
