If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.
Romans 10:9 (NIV)
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Today’s Devotional
Romans 10:9 succinctly captures the essence of the gospel message and the path to salvation. This verse emphasizes two essential elements of the Christian faith: declaring Jesus as Lord and believing in the resurrection. The Apostle Paul, the author of Romans, underlines that both confession and belief are necessary for salvation.
Declaring Jesus as Lord signifies our submission to His authority and our commitment to following His teachings. Believing in the resurrection demonstrates our faith in the power of God and the victory that Jesus has won over sin and death. By embracing these two elements, we enter into a saving relationship with Jesus Christ.
Time to reflect
As you reflect on Romans 10:9, consider these questions:
- Have you made the decision to declare Jesus as Lord and believe in His resurrection? If not, take some time to consider making this life-changing decision.
- How does your confession of Jesus as Lord impact your daily life and decisions?
- How can you share the simple yet powerful message of Romans 10:9 with others who need to hear the gospel?
Prayer Of The Day
Lord, thank You for the gift of salvation through faith in Jesus Christ. We are grateful for the simplicity and power of the gospel message, which requires only our confession and belief.
Help us to live our lives in submission to Jesus as our Lord, following His teachings and seeking to honor Him in all that we do. Strengthen our faith in the resurrection, and empower us to share the good news of salvation with others who need to hear it.
In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
Strengthening Faith
- Reflect on your personal confession of Jesus as Lord and your belief in His resurrection. Consider how these convictions shape your daily life.
- Seek opportunities to share the gospel message found in Romans 10:9 with others, whether through personal conversations or acts of service and love.
- Encourage fellow believers in their faith, reminding them of the power and simplicity of the gospel message.
Today Wisdom
Romans 10:9 is a beautiful reminder of the simplicity and power of the gospel message. By confessing Jesus as Lord and believing in His resurrection, we can experience the gift of salvation and eternal life. As believers, we are called to live our lives in submission to Jesus’ authority and to share the good news with others, so that they too can experience the life-changing power of the gospel.
