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Other than the doctrinal ambiguities of Lutheran soteriology, your Reformed friend must also take into account that if he is planning on attending the LCMS church for awhile, he needs to be prepared not to participate in the Lord's Supper. Most LCMS pastors require a thorough understanding and acceptance of what is commonly called "consubstantiation" if one is to participate. It might be awkward to have to "sit out" the Lord's Supper for a few years.

Not intending this to be harsh as I know many LCMSers, including my father. I will pray for your friend.

Daniel

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Daniel Franzen
Church Creek Presbyterian (PCA)
Charleston, SC