Confessing “Jesus is Lord” – Brad Jersak

Confessing “Jesus is Lord” The Bible makes four profound claims about confessing “Jesus is Lord” that defy doctrinal certitude but function to invite faith.  Romans 10:9 — Those who confess “Jesus is Lord” will be saved. “If you confess with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord,’ and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.” 1 Corinthians 12:3 — No one can confess “Jesus is Lord” except by the Spirit.  “No one can say, ‘Jesus is Lord’ except by the Holy Spirit.” Matthew 7:21 — Some who confess “Jesus is Lord” will not enter the kingdom.  ...