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Matthew
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And immediately Jesus spoke to them, saying: Be of good heart: it is I, fear ye not.
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Moreover, they might consider it to be the same presence that, as they were aware, had spoken to Moses: \\"So say to the children of Israel: He who is\\" = \\"He who is has sent me to you\\" (Exodus 3:14)."},{"author-name":"John Chrysostom","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c88ea76859f9f8e2ffd3ee_John%20Chrysostom.png","category":"Holy Fathers and Teachers","century":4,"exegesis-text":"These phrases alleviated apprehension and instilled courage. 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Do not be afraid!\\""},{"author-name":"Alexander Gorsky","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c8884037c1e1c51e1332e2_Alexander%20Gorsky.png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"While the disciples found themselves at sea during the night, a fierce storm suddenly arose. The Lord did not abandon them; He left His prayers and came to assist them. Approaching the sea, He walked upon the waves without sinking. When the disciples spotted Him walking, they presumed He was a spirit, and it was His reassuring words, \\"It is I, do not be afraid,\\" that gave them courage. Unlike their earlier fright during a similar tempest, they now displayed greater bravery. With the Lord's consent, Peter stepped into the water to meet Him, but he struggled with the test of faith. Overwhelmed by doubt, he nearly perished in the waves, but the Saviour reached out to save him. 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