When the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were troubled, saying, “It’s a ghost!” and they cried out for fear.
THE SURROUNDING PASSAGE
Matthew 14:26 in context
Matthew 14:23–29
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After he had sent the multitudes away, he went up into the mountain by himself to pray. When evening had come, he was there alone.
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But the boat was now in the middle of the sea, distressed by the waves, for the wind was contrary.
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In the fourth watch of the night, Jesus came to them, walking on the sea.
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When the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were troubled, saying, “It’s a ghost!” and they cried out for fear.
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But immediately Jesus spoke to them, saying, “Cheer up! It is I! Don’t be afraid.”
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Peter answered him and said, “Lord, if it is you, command me to come to you on the waters.”
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He said, “Come!”
Peter stepped down from the boat and walked on the waters to come to Jesus.
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