The founder of Manna Resource Institute, Les Brittingham, earned his B.S. at Western Baptist College and his M. Div. at Denver Baptist Theological Seminary, where he majored in biblical languages. Les is a Bible scholar who has taught in various academic settings for over 25 years and was a pastor in the Foursquare denomination for 15 years. He is now involved with the Vineyard Church as an instructor at the Vineyard Institute of Ministry.

Les is a creative and original thinker who is not afraid to challenge conventional teaching if he believes it does not line up with sound biblical principles of interpretation. Bringing a rich academic and pastoral background to his books and seminars, he has a sincere desire to help people in their understanding and presentation of God's Word.

Les enjoys traveling and teaching and is available to speak to churches and other groups. He lives in Fort Collins, Colorado with his wife, Linda.