Why is confessing Jesus as Lord important?

Romans 10:9 emphasizes that confession with the mouth is a crucial component of faith: 'If you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.' This confession signifies not just an acknowledgment of Jesus' existence, but a recognition of His lordship and His role in our salvation. It is an outward expression of the inward faith that trusts in Him completely. Confession is thus an essential part of the faith experience, affirming one’s commitment to Jesus as Savior and Lord.