Matthew 10:7-13
And preach as you go, saying, `The kingdom of heaven is at hand.’ Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse lepers, cast out demons. You received without paying, give without pay. Take no gold, nor silver, nor copper in your belts, no bag for your journey, nor two tunics, nor sandals, nor a staff; for the laborer deserves his food. And whatever town or village you enter, find out who is worthy in it, and stay with him until you depart. As you enter the house, salute it. And if the house is worthy, let your peace come upon it; but if it is not worthy, let your peace return to you.
Homily:
In our every waking moment, life and death stand together. We choose life until we can no longer choose. And then comes judgment. No one knows the time that will usher in judgment, so it is best to consciously prepare daily.
The kingdom of heaven is not accessed by transactions, but by relationships. Deep personal relationships with God and man. Relationships are built on submission and sacrifice.
Prioritize heaven (continual communion with God) in all your relationships.