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(Rom. 8, 2–13; Matt. 10, 16–22) “He who endures to the end will be saved” (Matthew 10:22). Do we have anything to endure? No one lacks this. The field of patience is wide for everyone; therefore, salvation is at our fingertips. Endure everything to the end, and you will be saved. However, you must endure skillfully, otherwise you can endure it and not get any benefit. Firstly, maintain holy faith and lead an impeccable life according to faith; Cleanse every sin that occurs immediately with repentance. Secondly, accept everything that you have to endure as from the hand of God, firmly remembering that without the will of God nothing happens. Thirdly, believing that everything that comes from the Lord is sent by Him for the good of our souls, sincerely thank God for everything, thank you both for sorrows and for consolations. Fourthly, love sorrow for the sake of its great salvation, and arouse in yourself a thirst for it, like a drink, although bitter, but healing. Fifthly, keep in mind that when trouble comes, you cannot throw it off like tight clothing; need to be rescheduled. Whether you endure it in a Christian way or not in a Christian way, it is still inevitable to endure it; So it’s better to endure in a Christian way. Grumbling does not relieve trouble, but only makes it worse; and humble submission to the determinations of God's Providence and complacency take away the burden of troubles. Sixth, realize that you are not worth such a misfortune - realize that if the Lord wanted to deal with you in all truth, then such a misfortune should have been sent to you. Seventh, pray most of all, and the merciful Lord will give you strength of spirit, in which, while others will marvel at your troubles, it will seem to you that there is nothing to endure. You might be interested in: