On a similar note, one of the things that nauseated me most in my Reformed and Evangelical past was the "greeting" time where everyone had the opportunity to exchange false pleasantries ("Good morning!" "Great to see you!") with all the folks we didn't feel like speaking to prior to worship. In contrast, one of the blessings of Lutheranism and our passing of the peace (v. merely greeting) is the objective, tangible peace that we have the blessing of giving to one another in the name of Christ Jesus. It is, as you say, "far more than a greeting, or a wishful sentiment." Woe to us if it becomes merely another trite way to say "good morning!"

Peace to you, my brother!

T.C.
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