Here are some key points about the parallels between the gospels' telling of this story: - The gospels are reporting on the same historical events, so there is natural overlap and similarity in the accounts. However, each author includes or emphasizes different details. - The inclusion of this story in all 4 gospels suggests it was an important event that all the evangelists wanted to convey. Its presence in all 4 points to its historicity. - Mark's account is often seen as the earliest and most basic. He focuses on the action and drama of the scene. - Matthew adds some context, expanding on the disciples' fear and Jesus' rebuke of their lack of faith.