We rejoice in your desire to seek salvation, as it is the most important decision anyone can make. You have taken the first step by acknowledging the path to salvation through faith in Jesus Christ. As it is written in Romans 10:9-10, "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."
Salvation is not merely about intellectual assent; it involves a genuine change of heart and a turning away from sin. This is what the Bible calls repentance. As it is written in Acts 3:19, "Repent therefore, and turn again, that your sins may be blotted out." Repentance and faith in Jesus are two sides of the same coin; you cannot have one without the other.
To grow in your faith, we encourage you to read and study the Gospels Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, with a special start in the Book of John. These books will help you understand the life, ministry, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. As you delve into the Word, pray for the Holy Spirit's guidance and illumination. Remember, it is 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 that is given among men by which we must be saved!"
Let us pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You with a grateful heart for the seeker who desires salvation. We pray that You will open their heart and mind to receive the truth of the Gospel. Grant them the faith to believe in Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior and use their life as a testimony of Your saving grace. Help them to turn away from their sins and follow Jesus all the days of their life.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
As you embark on this journey of faith, remember that you are not alone. We are here to support and pray for you. If you have any questions or need further guidance, do not hesitate to reach out. May God bless you richly as you pursue a life in Christ.