Romans Road to Salvation
The Romans Road to Salvation. Drawn entirely from the Book of Romans, this “road” lays out
man’s need for salvation, God’s provision through Jesus Christ, and the sure promise of eternal life
to all who truly believe.
If you have ever wondered what it means to be saved—born again, forgiven, made new—this walk through Scripture
will guide you step by step.
1. Every Person Has Sinned
The Romans Road begins where the Bible begins when dealing with the human heart: our sin.
“for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.”
Romans 3:23 (NKJV)
Sin is not merely a list of wrong actions—it is a condition of the heart. Whether one lie or a lifetime of
rebellion, Scripture declares that all of us have missed God’s perfect standard. This means no
one can earn salvation or claim righteousness by their own merit.
2. Sin Has a Serious Price
The Bible is unmistakably clear about the consequence of sin.
“For the wages of sin is death…”
Romans 6:23a (NKJV)
A wage is something earned. The just payment for sin is spiritual death—eternal separation from God in Hell.
This is not harshness but holiness. A righteous God cannot overlook sin. But praise the Lord, Romans 6:23
doesn’t end with judgment. It continues with hope.
3. God Offers Salvation as a Free Gift
You and I could never work our way to Heaven. But God, rich in mercy, provided a gift we could never deserve.
“but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
Romans 6:23b (NKJV)
Eternal life is not a reward for the righteous; it is a gift for the guilty. And that gift
comes through one Person alone—Jesus Christ the Lord.
4. Christ Died for Us While We Were Still Sinners
God didn’t wait for us to clean ourselves up. He took the first step.
“But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”
Romans 5:8 (NKJV)
Jesus Christ—God the Son—went to the cross, shed His sinless blood, and rose again so that we could be forgiven.
His sacrifice fully satisfied God’s justice, making salvation possible for every sinner who comes to Him by faith.
5. Salvation Comes by Believing and Confessing Christ
To be saved, the Bible says we must believe from the heart and confess with our mouth that Jesus Christ is Lord.
“that if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead,
you will be saved.”
Romans 10:9 (NKJV)
Not may be, not might be, but will be saved. Salvation is a settled promise from
a faithful God.
6. Salvation Is Available to All
The gospel is not for a select few; it is for everyone who calls upon the name of the Lord.
“For ‘whoever calls on the name of the LORD shall be saved.’”
Romans 10:13 (NKJV)
What grace! God doesn’t ask you to meet Him halfway. He invites you to come just as you are—broken, sinful,
empty—and receive His mercy.
7. Salvation Brings Peace, Hope, and New Life
The moment a sinner trusts Christ, everything changes.
“Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.”
Romans 5:1 (NKJV)
Justified means “declared righteous.” Not because of who we are, but because of who Christ is and
what He has done. The saved believer now walks in newness of life, empowered by the Holy Spirit and anchored in
the hope of Heaven.
How to Respond to the Romans Road
If you understand these truths and the Holy Spirit is stirring your heart, you can call upon the Lord in faith
right now. There is no special formula, only a sincere heart turning to Christ. A prayer may sound something like this:
Sample Prayer:
“Lord Jesus, I know that I am a sinner and cannot save myself. I believe You died for my sins and rose again.
I ask You to forgive me, cleanse me, and be my Lord and Savior. I trust You alone for salvation.
Thank You for saving me. Amen.”
If you prayed in genuine faith, the Bible says you are now a child of God. Your next steps are to:
Conclusion
The Romans Road is simple enough for a child to understand, yet profound enough to change a life forever. It reminds us
that salvation is not found in religion, ceremony, good works, or tradition.
Salvation is found in Christ alone, by grace alone, through faith alone.