'Stand' in the Bible

not that we rule [like dictators] over your faith, but rather we work with you for [the increase of] your joy; for in your faith you stand firm [in your strong conviction that Jesus of Nazareth—the Messiah—is the Son of God, through whom we obtain eternal salvation].

For this was my purpose in writing, to see if you would stand the test, whether you are obedient and committed to following my instruction in all things.

hunted down and persecuted, but not deserted [to stand alone]; struck down, but never destroyed;