[Q2. Extreme Symbolism]

Q2. How can an extreme symbolic interpretation cause a person to have too little respect for the Lord's Supper and its elements? Where is the balance, do you think?

Extreme symbolic interpretation removes the sacred meaning from the elements. If they are only (merely) symbols of Christ

[Q1. Intimacy]

Q1. How does your particular understanding of the bread and the wine (literal or figurative) help you grow closer to Christ when partaking of the Lord's Supper?

I believe that the body and blood are figurative and symbolic. Each time I partake of Communion, I thank Jesus for his sacrifice for my sins. I know that I am not worthy of it, but am thankful for God