KJV ORIGINAL
Then they willingly received him into the ship: and immediately the ship was at the land whither they went.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
So they gladly brought him into the boat, and right away they found themselves at the shore where they were headed.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Sometimes when Jesus shows up, you arrive exactly where you need to be.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of John, this verse follows the miracle of Jesus feeding the five thousand, where he demonstrated his power over provision. Jesus had sent his disciples ahead in a boat across the Sea of Galilee, and a storm arose while he was alone praying on the mountain. When the disciples saw Jesus walking on the water toward them, they were afraid, but upon welcoming him into the boat, they instantly reached their destination, highlighting Jesus' divine authority over nature.
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