and you will be hated by all for my name’s sake. But the one who endures to the end will be saved.
English Standard Version (ESV)
The promise isn't just about "holding on" until life's end, but about persevering in faith through the opposition. The phrase "to the end" here points to a steadfast endurance that lasts as long as the trial lasts, signifying a complete commitment until the situation resolves or one's life is complete, not just a passive waiting.
and you will be hated by all for my name’s sake. But the one who endures to the end will be saved.
English Standard Version (ESV)
Jesus is commissioning his disciples to go out and preach, but he's not sending them into a welcoming environment. He's preparing them for intense opposition, telling them they'll face hatred and betrayal from everyone, even family, because they represent Him. This verse is the crucial warning that no matter how difficult things get, the ones who stick with it until the very end will be the ones who ultimately find salvation.
You're called to follow Jesus, but what happens when that decision makes you a target? This verse confronts the reality of opposition.
Jesus doesn't sugarcoat it. He tells His disciples they will be "hated by all for my name's sake." This isn't just mild disapproval; it's deep-seated animosity.
Why the Hatred?
This intense opposition is a confirmation that you're truly on Jesus' side.
Facing universal hatred sounds daunting. But Jesus offers a profound promise tied to a specific kind of perseverance.
The second half of the verse pivots from prediction to promise: 'But the one who endures to the end will be saved.' This isn't about a passive waiting game; it's about active, sustained commitment.
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What Does 'Endure to the End' Mean?
This promise is a powerful motivator. It assures us that our faithfulness, however tested, is not in vain.
Understand the original words
miseō · Greek Verb/Participle
An attitude or state of intense hostility, opposition, or malice directed toward individuals or groups, frequently associated with the world's reaction to the gospel.
onoma · Greek Noun
The fundamental identity, authority, and character of God or Christ; to act for His name’s sake is to act in alignment with His revealed glory and mission.
hypomenō · Greek Verb
To remain steadfast, persevere, or stand firm under testing or suffering; it implies staying the course in faith despite opposition.
sōzō · Greek Verb
The ultimate state of being rescued from divine judgment, sin, and death through faith in Christ; it is both a present reality and a future hope.
Jesus' words about enduring hatred were not abstract warnings but a direct preview of the intense, often violent, opposition the early followers would face from all levels of society, a reality vividly illustrated by the escalating persecutions from the time of his ministry through the Roman Empire's later attacks.
c. AD 27-30— this verse
Jesus' Ministry Begins
Jesus begins his public ministry, calling disciples and teaching about the Kingdom of God, which inevitably draws opposition from religious and political leaders.
c. AD 30-33
Jesus' Crucifixion and Resurrection
Jesus is crucified, but his followers proclaim he was resurrected, further escalating tensions with authorities who seek to suppress the burgeoning movement.
c. AD 33-40
Early Church Growth and Persecution
The early Christian church experiences rapid growth but also faces increasing persecution, starting with the stoning of Stephen, as recorded in the book of Acts.
c. AD 40s-60s
Paul's Missionary Journeys
The Apostle Paul travels extensively, spreading Christianity to Gentile communities, often facing intense opposition and hostility from both Jewish and Roman authorities.
c. AD 64
Nero's Persecution of Christians
Emperor Nero blames Christians for the Great Fire of Rome, initiating a period of severe, albeit localized, persecution where Christians are martyred.
c. AD 90s
John's Revelation and Exile
The Apostle John is exiled to the island of Patmos, likely due to persecution, where he receives visions that form the Book of Revelation, speaking of enduring trials.
This passage is a parallel account where Jesus explicitly states, 'you will be hated by all for my name’s sake,' directly echoing the sentiment of Matthew 10:22 and reinforcing the prediction of widespread opposition.
Luke 21:17-19Luke's account adds the crucial phrase 'by your endurance you will gain your lives,' which clarifies the meaning of 'saved' in Matthew 10:22, emphasizing that perseverance through suffering is the path to ultimate salvation.
John 15:18-21Jesus explains to His disciples that the world's hatred towards them is a consequence of their connection to Him, mirroring the 'for my name’s sake' reason given in Matthew 10:22 and preparing them for rejection.
Romans 8:35-39This passage powerfully assures believers that no tribulation, distress, or hatred can separate them from God's love, providing a theological framework for enduring the very hatred Jesus foretold in Matthew 10:22.
1 Peter 4:12-13Peter encourages believers not to be surprised by the fiery trials or the hatred they face, framing suffering and persecution for Christ's sake as a participation in Christ's own sufferings and a cause for joy, aligning with the endurance theme in Matthew 10:22.
barnesMatthew 10:22: "And ye shall be hated of all men for my name's sake: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved."
Ye shall be hated of all men - That is, of all kinds of people. The human heart would be opposed to them, because it is opposed to Christ. But he that endureth to the end ... - That is, to the end of life, be it longer or shorter. He that bears all these unspeakable sufferings, and who does not shrink and apostatize, will give decisive evidence of attachment to me, and shall ent…
pulpitMatthew 10:22: "And ye shall be hated of all men for my name's sake: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved."
Verse 22. - And ye shall be hated. For no little time (ἔσεσθε μισούμενοι). "Suffering sometimes becomes as a reward for debug. You read of the heifers which brought home the ark out of the Philistines' country, that, when they brought the ark home, the Israelites took the heifers and offered them up to God, as a sacrifice (1 Samuel 6:14). 'Why so?' saith one. 'It is an ill requi…
The promise isn't just about "holding on" until life's end, but about persevering in faith through the opposition. The phrase "to the end" here points to a steadfast endurance that lasts as long as the trial lasts, signifying a complete commitment until the situation resolves or one's life is complete, not just a passive waiting.
Jesus is commissioning his disciples to go out and preach, but he's not sending them into a welcoming environment. He's preparing them for intense opposition, telling them they'll face hatred and betrayal from everyone, even family, because they represent Him. This verse is the crucial warning that no matter how difficult things get, the ones who stick with it until the very end will be the ones who ultimately find salvation.
Jesus is commissioning his disciples to go out and preach, but he's not sending them into a welcoming environment. He's preparing them for intense opposition, telling them they'll face hatred and betrayal from everyone, even family, because they represent Him. This verse is the crucial warning that no matter how difficult things get, the ones who stick with it until the very end will be the ones who ultimately find salvation.
"and you will be hated by all for my name’s sake. But the one who endures to the end will be saved." — The promise isn't just about "holding on" until life's end, but about persevering in faith through the opposition. The phrase "to the end" here points to a steadfast endurance that lasts *as long a…
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Last reviewed October 2026