Matthew 23 is a scathing blast against the Pharisees and the Scribes (and so quickly we think: good thing I am not one of them!) "Woe to....." Woe to the one who proclaims God's Kingdom but doesn't attempt to live it. Woe to those who keep seekers out instead of drawing them in. Woe to these ones because this life is a choice: live as the beloved child of God or not. Live in right relationship with God or not. Choose heaven (living with God) or hell (living without God). Blessed are you or Woe to you. It is a choice.
In Exodus 16, look at the details of God's plan to provide. Everyone is to have what is needed for that day. No hoarding or overabundance...no lacking. Even the Sabbath is provided for. Each one has enough. Give us this day our daily bread.
Another interesting note for chapter 18: Jethro is not a Hebrew; he is a Midianite. And yet he recognizes God's greatness. He sits down to eat with Aaron and the elders (sharing fellowship while breaking bread is a sign of peaceful communion...of honor and respect). What does this mean for us who break bread together each week?
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