"Metta practice" is not unique to Buddhism, and using common sense, I believe metta meditation has been practiced by non-Buddhists even before the Buddha's time until these days. All religions that I know of teach some types of metta, but non of these faith followers has been enlightened (as in realizing the 4 Noble Truths).
"Metta" is conditioned, subject to change, and while it is wholesome, it is simply a part of samsara. It should be remembered that the belief that metta is good is only a view, although a right view. However, ultimately, metta is simply a tool for getting rid of defilements.
Metta suppresses hatred, jealousy, ill-will towards other beings, so in this way, metta practice paves way to liberalization. So in my opinion, one should practice metta constantly, but not be attached to it (same for all samsara and non-samsara things).
Insights, both mundane and supramundane, are keys to liberalization. Metta is important as it plays a part in clearing the way...
[I don't think hard-core Mahayanists would agree with this post though.]
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