John 6:20

But Jesus spoke up: “It is I; do not be afraid.”

Berean Standard Bible

In The King James Version

But he saith unto them, It is I; be not afraid.

In Context

19When they had rowed about three or four miles, they saw Jesus approaching the boat, walking on the sea—and they were terrified.

21Then they were willing to take Him into the boat, and at once the boat reached the shore where they were heading.

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Cross References

Isaiah 41:10Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My right hand of righteousness.

Isaiah 43:1Now this is what the LORD says— He who created you, O Jacob, and He who formed you, O Israel: “Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by your name; you are Mine!

Matthew 14:27But Jesus spoke up at once: “Take courage! It is I. Do not be afraid.”

Mark 16:6But he said to them, “Do not be alarmed. You are looking for Jesus the Nazarene, who was crucified. He has risen! He is not here! See the place where they put Him.

Matthew Henry on John 6:16-22

Christ Walks on the Water. 15 When Jesus therefore perceived that they would come and take him by force, to make him a king, he departed again into a mountain himself alone. 16 And when even was now come, his disciples went down unto the sea, 17 And entered into a ship, and went over the sea toward Capernaum. And it was now dark, and Jesus was not come to them. 18 And the sea arose by reason of a great wind that blew. 19 So when they had rowed about five and twenty or thirty furlongs, they see Jesus walking on the… Read the whole commentary →

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