Matthew 24:13
But he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved.
Original Language Analysis
ὁ
G3588
ὁ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
1 of 7
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
ὑπομείνας
he that shall endure
G5278
ὑπομείνας
he that shall endure
Strong's:
G5278
Word #:
3 of 7
to stay under (behind), i.e., remain; figuratively, to undergo, i.e., bear (trials), have fortitude, persevere
εἰς
unto
G1519
εἰς
unto
Strong's:
G1519
Word #:
4 of 7
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
τέλος
the end
G5056
τέλος
the end
Strong's:
G5056
Word #:
5 of 7
properly, the point aimed at as a limit, i.e., (by implication) the conclusion of an act or state (termination (literally, figuratively or indefinitel
Cross References
Matthew 10:22And ye shall be hated of all men for my name's sake: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved.Revelation 2:10Fear none of those things which thou shalt suffer: behold, the devil shall cast some of you into prison, that ye may be tried; and ye shall have tribulation ten days: be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life.Mark 13:13And ye shall be hated of all men for my name's sake: but he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved.Hebrews 10:39But we are not of them who draw back unto perdition; but of them that believe to the saving of the soul.Hebrews 3:14For we are made partakers of Christ, if we hold the beginning of our confidence stedfast unto the end;Romans 2:7To them who by patient continuance in well doing seek for glory and honour and immortality, eternal life:1 Corinthians 1:8Who shall also confirm you unto the end, that ye may be blameless in the day of our Lord Jesus Christ.Luke 8:15But that on the good ground are they, which in an honest and good heart, having heard the word, keep it, and bring forth fruit with patience.Matthew 24:6And ye shall hear of wars and rumours of wars: see that ye be not troubled: for all these things must come to pass, but the end is not yet.Hebrews 3:6But Christ as a son over his own house; whose house are we, if we hold fast the confidence and the rejoicing of the hope firm unto the end.
Historical Context
The context describes persecution (v. 9), false prophets (v. 11), and love growing cold (v. 12)—severe testing. Some will fall away, proving their faith was false. But genuine believers endure, demonstrating the Holy Spirit's preserving work. This isn't self-effort but God's grace enabling perseverance (Philippians 1:6).
Questions for Reflection
- How does enduring faith prove genuine salvation in your life?
- What trials are testing your perseverance, and how is God's grace sustaining you?
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Analysis & Commentary
Jesus' promise 'he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved' connects perseverance with salvation. This doesn't mean salvation by works but that genuine faith perseveres through trials. 'Endure unto the end' means maintaining faith despite persecution, deception, and falling away (vv. 9-12). True believers don't lose salvation but prove it through endurance. Perseverance is evidence of regeneration, not its cause. Temporary faith isn't saving faith.