Shortly before dawn Jesus went out to them, walking on the lake. (Matthew 14:25) Some translations render this passage more accurately as "In the fourth watch of the night ..." indicating that the first three watches were completed and it was the fourth watch. That brings into account that mysterious three and one half mentioned so many times in Scripture. Perhaps you are familiar with it. The disciples were fishermen, accustomed to sail after sunset but that particular night they sailed … [Read more...]