The statement "Take heart, it is I; have no fear" was made by Jesus when he was walking on the sea in the night, as recorded in the Gospel of Matthew 14:27. The disciples were in a boat and a strong wind was blowing, causing the waves to rock the boat. The disciples saw Jesus walking on the sea towards them and were afraid, thinking that it was a ghost. Jesus spoke to them, assuring them that it was him and that they should not be afraid.