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They were scared out of their wits. "A ghost!" they said, crying out in terror.
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But Jesus was quick to comfort them. "Courage, it's me. Don't be afraid."
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Peter, suddenly bold, said, "Master, if it's really you, call me to come to you on the water."
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He said, "Come ahead."
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But when he looked down at the waves churning beneath his feet, he lost his nerve and started to sink. He cried, "Master, save me!"
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Jesus didn't hesitate. He reached down and grabbed his hand. Then he said, "Faint-heart, what got into you?"
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The two of them climbed into the boat, and the wind died down.
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The disciples in the boat, having watched the whole thing, worshiped Jesus, saying, "This is it! You are God's Son for sure!"
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On return, they beached the boat at Gennesaret.
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When the people got wind that he was back, they sent out word through the neighborhood and rounded up all the sick,
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who asked for permission to touch the edge of his coat. And whoever touched him was healed.