Brenda

Welcome to Manna and Water - a quiet place for weary hearts and hopeful souls. Here you will find two kinds of nourishment: Manna- for todays strength and Water- for deeper restoration. Whether you have a moment or a morning, my prayer is that you leave refreshed, encouraged, and reminded that God loves you. WHY I CREATED MANNA and WATER I am a woman who has learned to meet God in both the quiet places and the demanding ones. As a caregiver, a spiritual mentor, and a writer of devotionals, I have walked through seasons of deep responsibility, unexpected grief, and surprising grace. Through it all, I have discovered that God provides exactly what we need. Sometimes it is a gentle word of encouragement, and sometimes it is a deep well of rest. I created "Manna and Water" as a space where others might experience that same nourishment. A place where weary souls can breathe again. A place where God feeds and restores. I write from a life shaped by trials, by failure, by victories, by faith, by humility, and the daily practice of returning to God for my strength and my hope. I pray that the words you find here will remind you that you are not alone. That God is near, that He loves you, and that His portion for you whether Manna or Water will always be enough.

“Hard Days”

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Tuesday 06-23-2026By: Brenda “Hard Days” Sometimes our own exhaustion, fear, disappointment, or anger spill over onto the people who least deserve it. This can happen with our children, a family member, our spouse, a friend, a co-worker, or a perfect stranger. Scripture does not shame us for being human; it meets us in our humanity … Read more

“Relationships, Submission and Love”

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Monday 06-22-2026By: Brenda This study today was by request. Someone asked about relationships, headship, and submission. Not only in marriage but in all relationships.We will one day be held accountable for  our words and our actions. This is how I understand it according to scripture. “Relationships, Marriage, Headship, Submission, and Love” 1. The Bible describes … Read more

“What Others Meant for Harm” God Meant for Good”

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Sunday 06-21-2026By: Brenda “What Others Meant for Harm”“God Meant for Good” Joseph’s story shows that God’s sovereignty is not canceled by cruelty. Even when Joseph could not see God’s hand, God was shaping his destiny. What others had meant for evil, God transformed into a blessing. 1. Whether we are hurt by:(abuse, cruel words, or … Read more

“The Mansion and the Way”

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Friday06-19-2026By: Brenda “The Mansion and the Master” Jesus’ words in Matthew 7:21–23 are some of the most sobering in Scripture: “Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only the one who does the will of My Father who is in heaven. ”We often imagine that being“a good … Read more

“Called and Chosen”

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Wednesday 06-17-202609-25-2025By: Brenda “Called and Chosen”“Wheat and Tares” This morning I was having a conversation about the scripture where Jesus says many are called but few are chosen. Matthew 22:14“For many are called, but few are chosen.” This points to God’s universal invitation, but only those who respond faithfully, like wheat among tares are gathered … Read more

“Worry”

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Tuesday 06-16-2026By: Brenda The last few days I have been going over old studys and devotionals and re-shareing them. This one is from 2024. “Worry” Worrying gives us just another opportunity to trust God. When we worry our minds get an unnecessary workout. *We run through all the possible outcomes of our situation. *We jump … Read more