What does Matthew 8:23 mean?

Matthew 8:23 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Matthew 8:23 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

And when he was entered into a ship, his disciples followed him.

21And another of his disciples said unto him, Lord, suffer me first to go and bury my father.

22But Jesus said unto him, Follow me; and let the dead bury their dead.

23And when he was entered into a ship, his disciples followed him.

24And, behold, there arose a great tempest in the sea, insomuch that the ship was covered with the waves: but he was asleep.

25And his disciples came to him, and awoke him, saying, Lord, save us: we perish.

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