Beyond the parting of the Red Sea, what was the significance of God providing manna in the wilderness for the Israelites, and how did this miracle prefigure future provisions?

A It solely demonstrated God's power to control nature, with no deeper spiritual meaning. B It was a temporary solution to hunger, unrelated to any future spiritual sustenance. C It symbolized God's constant provision and dependence upon Him, foreshadowing Jesus as the 'Bread of Life' (John 6:35). D It proved the Israelites' ability to survive independently, minimizing their reliance on divine intervention.