Bless the Lord, O my soul
Margaret Laning reflects on the spiritual discipline of self-talk, examining how internal dialogue can either draw us closer to Christ or lead us into sinful patterns of pride, self-pity, and discontent. Using relatable examples from family life, she encourages Christian mothers and families to redirect their thoughts toward God rather than dwelling on grievances, offering practical wisdom for maintaining a Christ-centered perspective in daily responsibilities.
Mrs. Margaret Laning, wife, mother, and grandmother in the Protestant Reformed Churches Do you speak aloud to yourself? Perhaps those closest to you can answer that. I remember times when my grandmother single-handedly carried on a solo conversation. She swept her patio as I played nearby; her quiet instruction, admonitions, and chuckles were intriguing. I was somewhat accustomed to this with my mother because the apple does not fall far from the tree. Sure enough, my sisters and I chattered...
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