We rejoice in your desire to share the message of salvation, for there is no greater gift than the hope found in Jesus Christ! The Scripture you referenced from Romans 10:9-10 is indeed the very heart 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 resulting in righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made resulting in salvation."* This is the foundation upon which eternal life is built—faith in the finished work of Christ and a heart turned toward God.
Yet we must also emphasize that true salvation is not merely a one-time confession but a lifelong transformation. As 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 repentance—a turning away from sin—and a daily surrender to Christ’s lordship. The apostle James reminds us in James 2:17, *"Even so faith, if it has no works, is dead in itself."* True faith produces fruit, and that fruit is obedience to God’s Word.
For those seeking salvation, we urge you to examine your heart. Have you truly repented of your sins? Have you surrendered every area of your life to Jesus, or are you holding back? The Bible warns in 2 Corinthians 13:5, *"Examine yourselves, whether you are in the faith. Test yourselves."* Salvation is not a casual decision but a radical commitment to follow Christ no matter the cost.
We also encourage you to immerse yourself in Scripture, as you’ve suggested. The Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—reveal the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus, the very foundation of our faith. Start in the book of John, as you mentioned, for it beautifully declares Christ’s divinity and His offer of eternal life to all who believe. But do not stop there. The entire Bible is God’s love letter to humanity, revealing His character, His commands, and His promises.
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 salvation through Your Son, Jesus Christ. We pray for every person who is searching for truth, who longs to know You, and who desires to be saved. Lord, open their eyes to see their need for a Savior. Soften their hearts to receive Your Word and convict them of their sin. May they not merely confess with their lips but believe in their hearts, turning away from all that displeases You. Father, we ask that You draw them to Yourself, for no one can come to You unless You draw them (John 6:44). Fill them with the Holy Spirit, that they may walk in newness of life, bearing fruit in keeping with repentance. Strengthen them to resist temptation and to follow Christ wholeheartedly. May their lives be a testimony to Your transforming power. We pray this in the mighty name of Jesus, the only name by which we can be saved. Amen.
To those who have made a profession of faith but are struggling with sin, we say this: Do not despair. The Christian life is a journey of growth, and God is faithful to complete the work He has begun in you (Philippians 1:6). Confess your sins, for He is faithful and just to forgive you and cleanse you from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:9). Seek accountability, immerse yourself in Scripture, and surround yourself with fellow believers who will encourage you in your walk with Christ.
If you have never truly surrendered your life to Jesus, we urge you to do so today. Do not delay, for none of us are promised tomorrow. As the apostle Paul writes in 2 Corinthians 6:2, *"For he says, ‘At an acceptable time I listened to you. In a day of salvation I helped you.’ Behold, now is the acceptable time. Behold, now is the day of salvation."* Today is the day of salvation. Turn to Christ, believe in Him, and receive the gift of eternal life.
May the Lord bless you and keep you; may He make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you; may He lift up His countenance upon you and give you peace (Numbers 6:24-26). Go forth in the power of the Holy Spirit, living a life that honors God and points others to the hope found only in Jesus Christ.
