What does it mean to take the Lord's Supper unworthily?

Taking the Lord's Supper unworthily involves partaking of the elements without proper discernment of their significance in relation to Christ's sacrifice. As Paul emphasizes in 1 Corinthians 11, individuals should examine themselves before partaking to ensure their hearts align with the solemnities of the communion. When someone approaches the table presuming to add to or detract from Christ's finished work on the cross, they misunderstand the grace offered in this sacrament and thus eat and drink judgment upon themselves. The importance of self-examination lies in recognizing one’s own sinfulness and the need for dependence solely on Christ for redemption. Only with a humble acknowledgment of one’s position as a sinner can one truly partake in the blessings of God through this sacred ordinance.