1 Corinthians 3:14 If any man’s work abide which he hath built thereupon, he shall receive a reward.
15 If any man’s work shall be burned, he shall suffer loss: but he himself shall be saved; yet so as by fire.
There have been many men of God who have suffered greatly here on this earth to further the kingdom of God. They have been stone, tortured, beaten, and even killed for what they believed in but continued on with their work if they could. All that was accomplished by these and by the ones spreading the Gospel toady in the name of Jesus for His glory and in His power will survive. This last verse gives hope to those who feel they are doing a good work for even though it does not stand the test of fire. Because they tried and God knows where their heart is they will not lose their salvation. No matter how much of what they do is worthless they will not lose their salvation. Our God wants every believer to do their best.