3945 The Heartbeat of a Powerhouse Marriage

Release Date: 01/17/2026

3945 The Heartbeat of a Powerhouse Marriage

Create Your Now with Kristianne Wargo

Marriage isn’t about becoming one person. It’s about two whole individuals choosing to grow together in a way that creates something far stronger than the sum of its parts. But the reality? That kind of connection doesn’t come easy. It takes diligent, ongoing effort for each spouse to develop themselves as confident individuals, and then to intentionally build a relationship that thrives on shared purpose and deep connection. That's the heartbeat of a powerhouse marriage. Consider Dan and Joanne Miller. Dan Miller, the New York Times Best-Selling author who passed two years ago, left a...

3944 Love Them More Than It Hurts

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Why do our children challenge us so much that it strangles our hearts? Raising kids is tough on parents; who cares about how the kids feel? Yet we deeply care about them. However, it's during those difficult times that we learn to love them more than it hurts. Raising kids is brutal sometimes. On the surface, it might seem like parents should just lay down the rules, set boundaries, and move on. But if it were that simple, parenting wouldn’t tear us up so deeply. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the . So why do our kids challenge us in ways that...

3943 Give Up What Doesn't Work

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Imagine this for a moment: You’re gearing up for the Super Bowl of your life. Every move calculated, every drill intentional, every moment optimized. Would you spend time doing things that don’t work—things that have brought you zero results? Of course not. You’d double down on what delivers every single time. So why not give up what doesn't work? So why, in the everyday game of life and business, do we cling so stubbornly to habits, strategies, or mindsets that have proven ineffective? Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the . The...

3942 Do More Than Dream

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Are you one of the millions who want to live a healthier lifestyle than where you are now? Every new year brings a wave of resolutions promising weight loss, better habits, and a healthier life. It’s no surprise that “live healthier” is one of the most common resolutions out there. But resolutions are just ideas floating in your head. They don’t carry weight—no pun intended—until you turn them into action; do more than dream. Why does this happen year after year? Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the . Because wanting something isn’t...

3941 Organize Your Space to Make Room for Action

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Nothing fuels ambition quite like setting out on a bold adventure toward your goals and dreams. You’ve got big plans, and the vision of where you want to go is crystal clear. But here’s the truth: dreaming alone won’t get you there. To climb that peak, you need a launching pad — and that starts when you organize your space to make room for action. Think about it. If all you ever did was sit back, waiting for success or opportunity to arrive without effort, how far would you get? Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the . Spoiler Alert: Not...

3940 Toss Out the Thoughts and Doubts that Hold You Back

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Just because it’s a new year doesn’t mean a reset happens automatically. In reality, most of our attempts to start fresh are clouded by lingering fears about what we didn’t finish, didn’t accomplish, or simply gave up on. If you want to move ahead and actually reach your goals and dreams this year, you have to toss out the thoughts and doubts that hold you back. I don’t know about you, but over time, repeated failures do more than just sting — they infect our mindset and sabotage our ambition. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the . ...

3939 Man Shall Not Live on Bread Alone

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In one of the most powerful moments of Jesus’ life, when He was tested in the wilderness (Matthew 4:1-4), He faced raw human hunger. The devil tempted Him with a straightforward challenge: “Turn these stones into bread.” After all, Jesus is hungry after fasting for forty days and forty nights. The need was real, the desire immediate. Yet Jesus' response cuts deeper than physical need: “It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’” That reply is not just about hunger or sustenance. It’s a declaration about the source of...

3938 Don't Root Against Your Spouse

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It’s easy to get super focused on other things in life, from the home to the family to the career to even the pets. Amid all this noise, the one person you vowed to stand beside can sometimes fade into the background. But if you want a marriage that lasts, one that can withstand the relentless pressures of life, there’s a simple but powerful rule: don’t root against your spouse. The truth is, it’s dadgum hard to keep your spouse front and center when every other part of your life is screaming louder. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the . ...

3937 Put the "Parent" Back in Parenting

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Too many parents today are caught chasing the mirage of “being friends” with their kids — seeking approval and camaraderie instead of stepping fully into their role as parents. Let’s be blunt: parenting isn’t about winning a popularity contest. It’s about showing up as the adults who love fiercely, set firm boundaries, and deliver discipline that actually sticks. If you want your children to thrive and leave a lasting impact on the world, you must put the “parent” back in parenting. Why Parents Must Parent, Not “Friend” Friendship with your kids can seem like an easy,...

3936 Live Fully Alive

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Oftentimes, we push ourselves at breakneck speed—racing to check boxes, chasing the next big win, believing that if we just move faster, work harder, and try more, success will finally land in our lap. But as John De Paola said, “Slow down, and everything you are chasing will come around and catch you.” In a world obsessed with hustle, this is not a call for complacency. It’s an invitation to step off the relentless carousel and rediscover the power of intentional living; live fully alive! Too many of us tie ourselves to the chains of past failures, letting every missed shot dictate...

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Marriage isn’t about becoming one person. It’s about two whole individuals choosing to grow together in a way that creates something far stronger than the sum of its parts. But the reality? That kind of connection doesn’t come easy. It takes diligent, ongoing effort for each spouse to develop themselves as confident individuals, and then to intentionally build a relationship that thrives on shared purpose and deep connection. That's the heartbeat of a powerhouse marriage.

Consider Dan and Joanne Miller. Dan Miller, the New York Times Best-Selling author who passed two years ago, left a lasting legacy—not just in his work, but in the way he and Joanne modeled marriage.

Now, even though Dan was an incredible author, Joanne was an author as well, along with being an artist. She had her talents just as much as Dan had his.

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Unfortunately, in January of 2024, Dan graduated and went home to be with our Lord. Yet, his legacy still lives on through Joanne and his children.

However, this is not all about him. Dan and Joanne were the dynamic, powerhouse couple who changed people's lives for the better.

But this is where we have to pause. They were not a “powerhouse” couple because of income, fame, or status. No, their “powerhouse” came from their heart—the mutual respect for each other’s individuality paired with an unshakable partnership that powered every part of their life together.

You don’t have to be a bestseller or a public figure to create a “powerhouse” marriage.

If you looked at your marriage, how would you describe it? What words would you use? What feelings come up when you think about you and your spouse being together, yet being an individual, too?

You can become a "powerhouse" couple and have a marriage that stands out because of two hearts becoming one. But you must be will to build that foundation.

The K.I.S.S. ~ Build that "powerhouse" foundation!

Here’s what couples must focus on to build that foundation:

1. Cultivate Individual Confidence

Before you can build a strong "we," you must invest in “me.” Each partner should pursue personal growth, embrace their passions, and develop a strong sense of identity outside the marriage. This isn’t selfish—it’s necessary. When both partners feel confident and whole on their own, they bring their best selves into the relationship instead of seeking completion through the other.

Dan and Joanne each had their unique strengths and contributions. That individuality was the soil in which their marriage roots grew deep and healthy. If you’re unsure where you stand as an individual, start there. Get crystal clear on your values, purpose, and goals. Who are you as an individual? And know that you change, too, as you grow in experience and age.

2. Build Intentional Connection and Communication

Strong couples don’t just “click” by accident. They work harder than most on the fundamentals: honesty, vulnerability, and active listening. Sharing your truths—even when uncomfortable—and intentionally tuning in to your partner’s needs create a connection that weathers storms.

Dan and Joanne’s marriage exemplified this daily commitment to connection. They prioritized conversations that mattered, supported each other’s dreams, and openly navigated challenges with transparency and grace. That’s how a “powerhouse” couple stays aligned on life’s ups and downs.

3. Create Shared Purpose and Celebrate Teamwork

Two confident individuals coming together create a powerhouse only when they are aligned on their shared mission in life. This mission could be raising a family, building a business, serving a community, or simply choosing joy in everyday life—but it must be a joint pursuit.

Dan and Joanne shared a heart for inspiring and helping others thrive and live out their God-given purpose, which fueled their partnership far beyond any personal accolade or achievement. Find your “why” together, make decisions as a team, and celebrate wins—big or small—as a collective force. Dan and Joanne didn't do everything together, but they did do life together.

Why settle for “just married” when you can be a power couple in the truest sense?

Being a powerhouse couple isn’t about wealth or status; it’s about becoming two strong, whole people intentionally growing a relationship rooted in respect, communication, and shared vision. It’s hard work—but Dan and Joanne Miller’s legacy teaches us that the payoff is a marriage that not only lasts but thrives as a force for good in the world.

Since Dan's passing, you can still see the ripple effect of him and Joanne being a "powerhouse" couple. Just because they are separated by life and a physical death, has not separated their hearts. I know Joanne would say they are eternally connected, and she's excited about the day when she sees her husband again. But in the meantime, they are still a "powerhouse" couple because of how they continue to make an impact on the world they touch.

I hope this inspires you, not to be like them, but to become the "powerhouse" couple God is calling you to. You are created for more in marriage!

"Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!"

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The K.I.S.S. ~ Build that "powerhouse" foundation!

1. Cultivate Individual Confidence

2. Build Intentional Connection and Communication

3. Create Shared Purpose and Celebrate Teamwork

Why settle for “just married” when you can be a power couple in the truest sense?

"Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!"

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