Study note

Matthew 10:21–22

  • Jewish people often connected family conflict with the end times (see Matthew 24:9–10). Jesus himself went through such conflict (12:46–50).

  • The one who perseveres to the end means those who stay loyal to Jesus, even to death or until he returns (10:23).

  • will be saved: Some interpret this as being freed from persecution, like release from prison. But here it refers to eternal salvation for those who stay faithful.