And when ye come into an house, salute it.
A salutation opens the door to conversation and tests the household's readiness to hear. You must try them when you enter: if they embrace your doctrine, stay and confirm your greeting; if they reject it, leave at once and take your peace with you.
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The apostles must not go to the Gentiles or Samaritans because Christ Himself had not revealed Himself to them. The Jews must have first offer of salvation; if they refuse it, Christ hides Himself from that place. This restraint was only for their first mission; afterwards all nations were to receive the gospel.
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Commenting on Matthew 10:5-15
The salutation itself carries the peace you wish upon them. If the house proves worthy, hospitable, and civil, that peace abides there as a blessing; if unworthy and churlish, it returns to you unused, and you move to another house.
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