Ep. 400: The Power of a Multigenerational Meal with Jeremy Pryor

Let's Parent on Purpose: Christian Marriage, Parenting, and Discipleship

In this episode, Jay sits down with Jeremy Pryor to explore what it looks like to build a thriving multi-generational Christian family in a culture that often prioritizes independence over connection. Jeremy shares the story behind his family’s four-generation household, the biblical foundations for treating family as a “multi-generational team,” and how countercultural habits—like a weekly multi-generational meal—can deepen identity, strengthen relationships, and create long-term family discipleship. Together, they unpack the dangers of hyper-individualism, the impact of technology on kids, and the surprising joy found in reclaiming ancient rhythms such as Sabbath-style meals. Jeremy also offers practical steps for parents who want to introduce meaningful, sustainable traditions that anchor their children in faith, family identity, and gospel-centered community.

Jeremy Pryor is a family identity expert and author of the book “Family Revision”. His passion is helping families discover and live out their multigenerational mission to further the Kingdom of God.

Key Takeaways

• Why modern Western culture struggles with hyper-individualism—and how it harms families.

• The biblical idea of a multi-generational family team and how it differs from the fragile nuclear model.

• Jeremy’s real-life example of four generations living, working, and discipling together.

• How intentional weekly rhythms—especially a multi-generational family meal—can transform family unity and identity.

• Practical steps for starting meaningful family traditions that are enjoyable, sustainable, and spiritually rich.

• Why children thrive when they grow up with strong family identity, shared stories, and rootedness.

• How reclaiming ancient practices like blessings, Sabbath-style meals, and storytelling helps parents disciple their kids.

Let’s Parent on Purpose is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcasting Network. For more information, visit www.ChristianParenting.org

Resources & Links:

• Family Meal Template: https://courses.familyteams.com/family-meal

• Family Identity Through Everyday Chores with Jeremy Pryor

• Your Family As A Team with Jeremy Pryor

• Check out www.youthministry.coach

• Daily Devotional Podcast Guided by Faith: www.guidedbyfaith.net

• Join my Things for Thursday Email List and get a free Marriage Snapshot Tool and Fun Family Conversation Ebook!

• Support Let’s Parent on Purpose as we help families thrive through the gospel: https://letsparentonpurpose.com/support/