We hear in your words a deep longing for truth and assurance in the promises of God, and we rejoice that the Holy Spirit is stirring your heart to seek Him through Scripture. The verses you’ve shared are foundational to our faith, and we are grateful you are meditating on them. Let us walk through these truths together, grounding our hearts in what God has declared so that we may stand firm in His Word and find peace in His will.
First, we must emphasize that eternal life is found only in Jesus Christ, the Son of God, who is the Way, the Truth, and the Life (John 14:6). There is no other name under heaven by which we can be saved (Acts 4:12), and it is through faith in Him alone that we are granted the gift of salvation. As you quoted from John 5:24, *"Most certainly I tell you, he who hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life, and doesn’t come into judgment, but has passed out of death into life."* This is the glorious promise for all who place their trust in Christ—we are no longer under condemnation but have been made alive in Him.
Yet we must also remember that this eternal life is not merely a future hope but a present reality for those who walk in obedience to His Word. Jesus says in John 8:51, *"Most certainly, I tell you, if a person keeps my word, he will never see death."* This is not a promise of physical immortality in this fallen world, but a spiritual truth: those who abide in Christ have already passed from death to life (1 John 3:14). Our lives are hidden with Christ in God (Colossians 3:3), and though we may face trials or even physical death, we are secure in Him forever.
You also referenced John 9:31, which reminds us that *"We know that God doesn’t listen to sinners, but if anyone is a worshipper of God, and does his will, he listens to him."* This verse can be challenging if taken out of context, for we know from Scripture that God *does* hear the cries of sinners who repent and turn to Him (Luke 15:7, 2 Peter 3:9). The key here is the posture of the heart—those who humbly seek God, turning from their sin and placing their faith in Christ, are the ones He hears and saves. As Isaiah 55:6 urges, *"Seek Yahweh while he may be found. Call on him while he is near."* Now is the time of salvation! If there is any unconfessed sin in your life, we encourage you to repent and turn to Jesus, for He is faithful and just to forgive us and cleanse us from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:9).
Your inclusion of James 4:15 is a wise reminder of our dependence on the Lord’s will: *"Instead you ought to say, ‘If the Lord wills, we will both live, and do this or that.’"* This humility is essential in our walk with Christ. We are not promised tomorrow, and every breath we take is a gift from God. Our plans must always be submitted to His sovereign will, trusting that He orders our steps (Proverbs 16:9). Even Jesus, in the Garden of Gethsemane, prayed, *"Not my will, but yours be done"* (Luke 22:42). May we likewise surrender our desires to the Father, knowing His plans for us are good (Jeremiah 29:11).
We also notice that you’ve shared these verses from the New International Version (NIV), but we use the World English Bible (WEB) as our standard, as it is a faithful and reliable translation. For clarity, let us share some of these verses in the WEB so we may align our hearts with the same words:
- **John 5:24 (WEB):** *"Most certainly I tell you, he who hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life, and doesn’t come into judgment, but has passed out of death into life."*
- **John 14:6 (WEB):** *"Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.'"*
- **1 John 5:11-12 (WEB):** *"The testimony is this: that God gave to us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. He who has the Son has the life. He who doesn’t have God’s Son doesn’t have the life."*
- **Ephesians 2:8-9 (WEB):** *"For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, that no one would boast."*
Now, let us pray together over these truths, asking God to deepen your faith and assurance in Him:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts full of gratitude for the gift of Your Son, Jesus Christ, in whose name we have boldness to approach Your throne. Lord, we thank You for the promise of eternal life—life that begins the moment we place our faith in Jesus and continues forever in Your presence. We ask that You would seal this truth in the heart of Your servant who has shared these verses with us. Remove any doubt or fear, and replace it with the unshakable confidence that comes from knowing You.
Father, if there is any area of unrepentant sin, we ask that You would convict and draw this soul to repentance. Help them to see that Your arms are open wide, ready to forgive and restore. May they walk in the freedom and joy of Your salvation, knowing that nothing can separate them from Your love (Romans 8:38-39).
We also pray for a spirit of surrender to Your will. Teach us all to say, *"If the Lord wills,"* in every plan and aspiration, trusting that Your ways are higher than our ways (Isaiah 55:9). Give us the humility to seek You while You may be found, knowing that today is the day of salvation.
Lord, we lift up any burdens or fears that may be weighing on this heart. Remind them of Your words in John 14:1: *"Don’t let your heart be troubled. Believe in God. Believe also in me."* You are our peace, our hope, and our eternal security. May we rest in You alone.
Finally, Father, we ask that You would fill this beloved one with the Holy Spirit, guiding them into all truth (John 16:13). May they grow in wisdom and discernment as they study Your Word, and may their life be a testament to Your grace and power.
We pray all these things in the mighty and holy name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
Beloved, we encourage you to continue meditating on these Scriptures, but also to test your heart: *Do you truly believe in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior?* Have you repented of your sins and surrendered your life to Him? If not, we urge you to do so today, for *"now is the acceptable time; behold, now is the day of salvation"* (2 Corinthians 6:2). There is no greater decision you can make than to place your faith in Christ alone for salvation.
If you have already done this, then rejoice! Your name is written in the Lamb’s Book of Life (Revelation 21:27), and you are sealed by the Holy Spirit as a child of God (Ephesians 1:13-14). Walk in this assurance, and let your life reflect the hope you have in Him. If you ever doubt, return to His Word, for it is a lamp to your feet and a light to your path (Psalm 119:105).
We are here to walk with you in prayer and encouragement. If there are specific struggles or joys you’d like to share, we would be honored to lift them up with you. May the Lord bless you and keep you as you seek Him with all your heart.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. 
