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.

“The Death, Burial,  and Resurrection of Jesus Christ “

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Monday 03-30-2026By: Brenda “The Death, Burial, and Resurrection of Jesus Christ” Many people  believe that Jesus died on Friday and rose early Sunday morning. But when we look closely at Scripture and not tradition we see a different and much clearer picture. Jesus Himself gave one sign to prove He was the Messiah. He said … Read more

“The Death, Burial, and Resurrection of Jesus Christ”

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Monday 03-30-2026By: Brenda “The Death, Burial, and Resurrection of Jesus Christ” Many people have been taught that Jesus died on Friday and rose early Sunday morning. But when we look closely at Scripture and not tradition we see a different and much clearer picture. Jesus Himself gave one sign to prove He was the Messiah. … Read more

“The Death, Burial, and Ressurection of Jesus Christ”

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Monday 03-30-2026By: Brenda “The Death, Burial, and Resurrection of Jesus Christ” Many people have been taught that Jesus died on Friday and rose early Sunday morning. But when we look closely at Scripture and not tradition we see a different and much clearer picture. Jesus Himself gave one sign to prove He was the Messiah. … Read more

“The Table of Remembrance”

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Sunday03-29-2026By: Brenda “The Table of Remembrance” As we enter the Passover season, it is important to remember what God Himself set apart. This is not a time of bunnies, baskets, or painted eggs. Those things may be cultural traditions, but they have nothing to do with the story God wrote into history. Passover is the … Read more

“Don’t Worry About Tomorrow “

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Monday 03-16-2036 “Don’t Worry About Tomorrow” Matthew 6:34 speaks straight into the places where our minds run ahead of our feet. I pray that this study will help all of you breathe again, slow down, and remember who holds your tomorrow. Matthew 6:34“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each … Read more

“The Armor Of God”

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Thursday 03-12-202612-10-2025By: Brenda A friend of mine said they were learning all about the Armor of God and how they were trying to apply this in their daily walk. So I thought I would share this study. I have shared it before and I personally love this study. “The Armor of God” (Ephesians 6:10–18) Sometimes … Read more

“God of the Mountain and the Valley”

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Monday 03-09-2026By: Brenda “God of the Mountain and the Valley” Life with God is not lived on one level. Scripture shows us mountains – places of revelation, victory, and praise, and valleys –  places of shadows, stretching, and quiet growth. But the most important truth is this, God does not change with the landscape. “For … Read more

“One Way, the Only Path That Leads Home”

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Sunday 03-08-2026By: Brenda “One Way, the Only Path That Leads Home” The gospel is not complicated, but it is uncompromising. Jesus does not offer a way, one of many ways, or your preferred way. He declares something absolute, exclusive, and merciful. “I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life. No one comes to the … Read more