| Romans 10:8b-13 |
| 8b“The word is near you, in your mouth and in your heart” (that is, the word of faith that we proclaim), 9because 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. 10For one believes with the heart, leading to righteousness, and one confesses with the mouth, leading to salvation. 11The scripture says, “No one who believes in him will be put to shame.” 12For there is no distinction between Jew and Greek; the same Lord is Lord of all and is generous to all who call on him. 13For “everyone who calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved.” |
| I have always enjoyed reading the words of the Apostle, Paul. Paul is a wonderful example of what the Lord can do with people who are willing and able to commit their minds and hearts to the Lord. This passage is about what is required for salvation. When I was a young boy I felt that I must not swear and try my best to live my life according to the Ten Commandments in order to be saved. This passage is truly a comfort to me. I understand that faith without works is dead faith. It is a wonderful feeling for me to know that my salvation does not depend on my ability to act in a righteous manner. Rather, I need to confess with my mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe sincerely in my heart that God raised Him from the dead. Paul makes it clear that one’s faith denomination makes absolutely no difference. Paul tells us,” Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved.” Thanks be to God! Prayer: Lord I pray that you would allow me to do what Paul did. I wish to commit my mind and heart to you Lord. I pray that by making this commitment you will share with me your will for my life and that I might do your will each and every day. Amen. —Charlie Manley |