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When evening came on he was there alone. But the boat was now many furlongs away and it was being battered by the waves for the wind was blowing against them.
Now in the fourth watch of the night he came toward them walking on the sea. The disciples seeing him walking on the sea were troubled saying. “It is a ghost and they cried out from fear.” But Jesus immediately spoke to them saying “Cheer up. It is myself. Do not be afraid.” Answering him Peter said “Lord if it is you command me to come to you on the waters.” He said “Come.” Going down from the ship Peter walked on the waters and came towards Jesus. But seeing
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the wind he was afraid. He was beginning to sink and cried out saying “Lord save me.” Immediately Jesus stretched out his hand and took hold of him saying “You of little faith. Why did you doubt?” And as they got up into the boat the wind went calm. The people in the boat worshipped him (Jesus) saying “Truly you are the Son of God.” and crossing over they came into the land of Gennesaret. And recognizing him the men of that place sent word into the whole neighbourhood so that people brought to him all those who were ill and asked him if they might only touch the fringe of his garment. And as many as touched him were completely healed.
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