for a long time the dwarves stood in the dark before the door and debated , until at last thorin spoke : `` now is the time for our esteemed mr. baggins , who has proved himself a good companion on our long road , and a hobbit full of courage and resource far exceeding his size , and if i may say so possessed of good luck far exceeding the usual allowance-now is the time for him to perform the service for which he was included in our company ; now is the time for him to earn his reward . ''