43. But know this: if only the father of the family knew at what hour the thief would arrive, he would certainly keep vigil and not permit his house to be broken into.
44. For this reason, you also must be prepared, for you do not know at what hour the Son of man will return.
45. Consider this: who is a faithful and prudent servant, who has been appointed by his lord over his family, to give them their portion in due time?
46. Blessed is that servant, if, when his lord has arrived, he shall find him doing so.
47. Amen I say to you, he shall appoint him over all of his goods.