We rejoice in your desire to seek salvation, and we stand with you in prayer and encouragement. The path to salvation is clearly laid out in the Bible, and we are delighted to guide you through it.
First, let us affirm the truth of Romans 10:9-10: "If you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and you 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 foundation of our faith—believing in Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior.
However, we must also address the importance of confessing and turning from our sins. True repentance involves not just acknowledging our sins but also making a conscious effort to turn away from them and live a life that honors God. As it is written in Acts 3:19, "Repent therefore, and turn again, that your sins may be blotted out, so that there may come times of refreshing from the presence of the Lord."
Following and obeying Jesus is essential. This means not just believing in Him but also living according to His teachings. Jesus said in John 14:15, "If you love me, keep my commandments." Our faith should be reflected in our actions and our obedience to God's word. We should be living in accordance with God's word rather than the world.
We encourage you to read and study the Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Start with the book of John, which beautifully presents the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. As you read, pray for understanding and guidance from the Holy Spirit.
Let us pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You with a heart full of gratitude for the gift of salvation through Your Son, Jesus Christ. We pray for those seeking salvation, that they may confess with their mouths that Jesus is Lord and believe in their hearts that You raised Him from the dead. Grant them the courage to turn from their sins and live a life that honors You. Guide them as they read and study Your word, and fill them with Your Holy Spirit.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
As you continue on this journey, remember that salvation is not just a one-time event but a lifelong commitment to following Jesus Christ. May God bless you richly as you walk in His path.