John Calvin Commentary Matthew 10:22

"And ye shall be hated of all men for my name`s sake: but he that endureth to the end, the same shall be saved." — Matthew 10:22 (ASV)

But he who endured to the end shall be saved: this single promise ought to support sufficiently the minds of the godly, though the whole world should rise against them, for they are assured that the result will be prosperous and happy. If those who fight under earthly commanders, and are uncertain as to the issue of the battle, are carried forward even to death by steadiness of purpose, should those who are certain of victory hesitate to abide by the cause of Christ to the very last?