Hebrews 11:35-12:1a Many of the prophets of the Old Testament were destitute, persecuted, and mistreated because of their faith. They endured because they believed in the promise of a Savior. They didn’t focus on what they saw, they focused on what they heard. We must also persevere and do God’s will. Then we will receive all that He has promised (Hebrews 10: 36-37).