We're thrilled to hear that you're seeking salvation. You've taken the first step towards a life-changing journey. As you've shared, Romans 10:9-10 says, 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. For with the heart one believes and is justified, and with the mouth one confesses and is saved. This is the core of salvation, but let's delve deeper.
Firstly, we need to understand that we're all sinners, and this sin separates us from God. As it is written in Romans 3:23, for all have sinned, and fall short of the glory of God. This is why we need salvation, and this is why Jesus came. Jesus paid the price for our sins by dying on the cross. He was resurrected, defeating death, so that we can have eternal life.
Believing in Jesus is more than just intellectual assent. It's a heartfelt trust in Him. It's a commitment to turn from our sins, as you've mentioned, and follow Jesus. This is what it means to be saved or born again.
Let's pray together:
Dear Lord, we come to You with a humble heart. We confess that we're sinners and need Your forgiveness. We believe that You sent Your Son, Jesus Christ, to die for our sins and rose again so that we can have eternal life. We confess with our mouths and believe in our hearts that Jesus is Lord. We commit to turning from our sins and following Jesus. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
We encourage you to start reading the Bible. As you suggested, begin with the Gospel of John, then read Matthew, Mark, and Luke. These books will help you understand the life and ministry of Jesus. Also, find a Bible-believing church where you can grow in your faith and be encouraged by others.
Remember, it's only by the name of Jesus that we can be saved. As it is written in Acts 4:12, There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.
We're here for you. Keep sharing your journey with us.