And who am I that the mother of my Lord should come and visit me?

Even if he comes in the second or third watch of the night and finds them alert, blessed are those slaves!

For nothing is hidden that will not be revealed, and nothing concealed that will not be made known and brought to light.

For I tell you that from now on I will not drink of the fruit of the vine until the kingdom of God comes.”

For whoever is ashamed of me and my words, the Son of Man will be ashamed of that person when he comes in his glory and in the glory of the Father and of the holy angels.

But when you are invited, go and take the least important place, so that when your host approaches he will say to you, ‘Friend, move up here to a better place.’ Then you will be honored in the presence of all who share the meal with you.