Contemporary English Version Anglicised

Matthew 14:23-30 Contemporary English Version Anglicised (CEVUK00)

23. Then he went up on a mountain where he could be alone and pray. Later that evening, he was still there.

24. By this time the boat was a long way from the shore. It was going against the wind and was being tossed around by the waves.

25. A little while before morning, Jesus came walking on the water towards his disciples.

26. When they saw him, they thought he was a ghost. They were terrified and started screaming.

27. At once, Jesus said to them, “Don't worry! I am Jesus. Don't be afraid.”

28. Peter replied, “Lord, if it is really you, tell me to come to you on the water.”

29. “Come on!” Jesus said. Peter then got out of the boat and started walking on the water towards him.

30. But when Peter saw how strong the wind was, he was afraid and started sinking. “Save me, Lord!” he shouted.