Category Archives: Life Lessons

Lessons from the Farm

Posted on January 24, 2012 by dmhwagner

I grew up in rural eastern North Carolina in the midst of farm country.  My granddad was a farmer.  It was what he knew; it was what he taught my dad; it was what my dad taught me.  I could … Continue reading →

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Where I Was

Posted on December 1, 2011 by dmhwagner

Depression is real.  When we buy into the lies of this world, depression can become real in our own lives.  It is accompanied by feelings of hopelessness and inadequacy.  Have you ever felt that way?  I most definitely have. I … Continue reading →

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Lessons from the Cat

Posted on March 31, 2010 by dmhwagner

Thus far in my blogging journey, I have strayed toward the more serious side of discussion.  Life is often difficult with its various challenges and obstacles which must be overcome.  Life can really get us down unless we are willing … Continue reading →

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The Hardest Fight

Posted on March 24, 2010 by dmhwagner

Recently, I sent out on Twitter this message: “It often feels that our most difficult battles are not with others but rather with ourselves. I am my harshest critic and fiercest opponent.”  I was encouraged to write a post elaborating … Continue reading →

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The Cost of Service

Posted on September 28, 2009 by dmhwagner

If there is one thing I have learned lately, it is that serving Christ is not without its costs.  I believe there is no better cause than to love and to serve Christ “with all your heart and with all … Continue reading →

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