Matthew 24:45

“Who then is the faithful and wise servant, whom his lord has set over his household, to give them their food in due season?”

Jesus now goes on to indicate what ‘watching' involves. For He has not called men in order that they might gaze into the heavens. He has called them in order to serve Him. So He gives the example of a servant who is faithful and wise, and is appointed to watch over the Master's household and provide food for all His servants as it is needed. This was indeed the calling of the Apostles. As Jesus said to Peter, ‘Feed My lambs, tend My sheep, feed My sheep' (John 21:15). It is in the end the calling of us all, for as Christian brothers and sisters we are each responsible for all. Primarily this means spiritual food. But it also includes physical food where necessary. Here is our continual responsibility. Here is the task that has been given to us.