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Matthew 14:30

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

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KJV ORIGINAL

But when he saw the wind boisterous, he was afraid; and beginning to sink, he cried, saying, Lord, save me.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

But when he saw how crazy the wind was getting, fear hit him hard. As he started going under, he yelled out, 'Lord, save me!'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Even when you're doing something amazing, fear can still catch you — and that's exactly when you call out to God.

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