World English Bible

Matthew 14:25

“In the fourth watch of the night, Jesus came to them, walking on the sea.”

Verse in context — Matthew 14

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.

But the boat was now in the middle of the sea, distressed by the waves, for the wind was contrary.

In the fourth watch of the night, Jesus came to them, walking on the sea.

When the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were troubled, saying, "It's a ghost!" and they cried out for fear.

But immediately Jesus spoke to them, saying "Cheer up! It is I! Don't be afraid.

Jesus as the promised Messiah, fulfilling Old Testament prophecy.