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  • 1. Who We Are as Family Dynasty and The Dewing Family

    1. Who We Are as Family Dynasty and The Dewing Family
    2025/06/05
    Mat is joined by two of his daughters, Elli and Megan, to discuss the heart of why Family Dynasty, LLC exists as a consultancy, community, and educational platform. They also candidly share some of the highs and lows of their family's journey to cultivate a deeper family culture and establish wise family governance, ensuring their family flourishes for generations to come. There is great encouragement and inspiration for other family leaders who desire to build a family culture where children, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews are not just heirs, but also allies.
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    55 分
  • Helping Our Children Marry Well

    Helping Our Children Marry Well
    2025/06/19
    In this episode, The Family Dynasty Podcast explores the importance of helping children marry well and the role of parents in this process. The conversation is joined by host Mat Dewing and three of his daughters who share their personal experiences with marriage and their thoughts on the subject. They discuss the significance of marriage in building a family legacy and how it provides stability and a strong foundation for passing on values and culture. The episode also touches on the importance of community and shared vision in finding suitable partners for marriage As one can be a big influence to a young one's dating life, a good grounding like marriage introduced by the family foundation can help. Healthy relationships and strong marriages in a family help in creating generational strong families and preserving Western civilization. Mentors and family can help in one's dating life. Fathers especially because they can take the responsibility of mentoring their child in dating life and picking a holy marriage in the future. Dads should support their kids dating and marriage life. They discuss their experiences with online dating apps, being set up by family members, and the importance of involving the community and family in the process. They also talk about the roles of trust and discernment in finding a potential spouse and how they found love in unconventional ways. In the end, they emphasize the importance of God's plan and timing in finding a fulfilling relationship. This is a transcript of an interview between a father and three young adult daughters about relationships and marriage. The conversation covers topics such as dating, courtship, courage, cultural pressure, singleness, statistics about marrying at different ages, and the potential for families to create relationships and marriages within a community. The daughters share their perspectives on these issues and discuss the importance of having conversations and raising children to be able to communicate effectively. They also touch on the societal messages that undermine the beauty and significance of marriage and how to actively resist them. Ultimately, they emphasize the value of strong relationships and a foundation of biblical principles in preparing for and cultivating. The hosts of the Family Dynasty podcast share their thoughts on parenting, including instilling values, teaching practical skills, and involving young adults in decision-making. They also discuss the importance of building a community in church and celebrating life. They hope to continue the conversation with future guests and remind listeners to remember God in their pursuit of building a lasting legacy for their families.
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    57 分
  • Loneliness Epidemic - Meet Family Dynasty

    Loneliness Epidemic - Meet Family Dynasty
    2025/08/12
    In an age where we can connect to anyone, anywhere, at any time… more of us feel alone than ever before. The numbers are sobering: a Harvard report in 2024 found that 21% of U.S. adults feel lonely. But among young adults—ages 18 to 24—that number skyrockets to 57%. That’s over half of an entire generation, feeling unseen, disconnected, and without a true place to belong. We live in a paradox—hyperconnected through screens, yet starved for real connection. We can work from home, shop from our couch, and “hang out” through social media, but fewer of us are experiencing the deep, face-to-face relationships that make us human. Loneliness isn’t just about being alone—it’s about being unknown. And when people lose places of belonging—like church, community groups, and even extended family—they lose the safety nets that once held society together. But there is hope. We believe that God designed one place to be the most enduring antidote to loneliness: the family. Not just as a shared last name, but as a living network of trust, purpose, and presence—a place where you are seen, known, and needed. Psalm 68:6 tells us that “God puts the lonely in families.” (NIV), or the ESV says “God settles the solitary in a home.” His design for healing isolation and loneliness is not through programs or platforms, but through the warmth and security of our most primary, real, and committed relationships- those in a family. When God places the solitary in a household, He’s giving them more than shelter; He’s giving them a primary place to belong, to be known, and to be loved. Today, we’re going to talk about why family can be the strongest defense against the loneliness epidemic… how purpose and service can pull us out of isolation… and how we can build a culture—inside our homes and beyond—where no one is left unseen. One of our goals in this conversation is to persuade you of the absolute importance of helping your family discern and establish a clear Family Mandate. A Family Mandate is your statement of purpose—a mission statement for your household. Businesses take great pains to craft a mission statement that drives every decision and future success. Shouldn’t a family, with infinitely more at stake than any company, take even greater care? A clear Family Mandate unites generations, guides decisions, and gives your children—and their children—the highest probability of flourishing for decades to come. This discussion with 2 of my daughters, Megan and Elli, was recorded in June, and we also shared a brief tribute to Phil Robertson after his passing.
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    43 分
  • Stay, Heal, Build - Staying Connected to Family for the Long Term

    Stay, Heal, Build - Staying Connected to Family for the Long Term
    2025/08/20
    In today's episode, Mat is joined by his daughters, Elli and Megan. Their discussion aims to compassionately but firmly challenge the growing cultural narrative that cutting off family is the best path to personal healing. We want to offer a redemptive, faith-based, and legacy-driven alternative: staying connected, working through pain, and building something generationally strong.
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    29 分
  • Spiritual Wealth - Wealth that Lasts

    Spiritual Wealth - Wealth that Lasts
    2025/08/26
    Today we’re kicking off something foundational—both to this podcast and to your family’s future. We’re diving into the first of what we call the 7 Capitals of Wealth—a holistic framework for building dynastic families. These seven capitals represent the true riches that matter—not just what you leave behind, but what you build into your family. And today, we begin with what I believe is the most important of them all: Spiritual Capital. Now, when we hear the word “capital,” we often think about money. Assets. Investments. Something that can grow, compound, and be passed on. But I want to propose something: The most important transfer in your family isn’t dollars—it’s devotion. Spiritual capital is the soul of your legacy. It’s the faith, convictions, worldview, and trust in God that shape not only what your family does, but who your family becomes. Without spiritual capital, the other six—health, relationships, intellect, finances, social networks, and societal impact—lose their anchor. They become driftwood in a rising tide of pressure and confusion. Wealth isn’t just what’s in your hands—it’s what’s in your heart. And this kind of wealth doesn’t just happen. It’s intentionally cultivated. It’s modeled. It’s spoken. It’s lived out in daily rhythms and tested in the fires of hardship. You can’t outsource it to your church or delegate it to a youth pastor. It starts in the home—and that means it starts with you, especially if you’re a father or grandfather., grandmother or mother. Faith isn’t inherited like eye color. It’s caught, taught, and fought for. In today’s episode, I’m joined by two of my daughters, Elli and Megan. We’ll look back at how spiritual capital was built in our home—not perfectly, but intentionally. You’ll hear some stories, some reflections, and hopefully some inspiration for how you can begin—or continue—building spiritual capital in your own family. And as you listen, I want you to keep this question in mind: “What kind of legacy am I building that will last longer than my lifetime?” Because here’s the truth: Build your family on what can’t be shaken—and you’ll create a legacy that can’t be erased. So let’s dive in. Here’s my conversation with Elli and Megan on Spiritual Capital: The Wealth That Lasts.
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    30 分
  • Vision! Then What?

    Vision! Then What?
    2025/08/28
    Mat Dewing talks about the critical importance of grasping and forming a vision for what your family can become, not only in your generation, but in generations to come. Let's face it, most family leaders don't take the time or dream as big as they could. Then, when if a vision for a family dynasty is embraced, determining next steps to help you on the journey can often feel like a fog. Today's solocast not only gives inspiration to envision a flourishing family dynasty, but also some practical next-step ideas for you.
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    13 分
  • Interview with Brad Gruber- Executive Director of Family Dynasty Ministry

    Interview with Brad Gruber- Executive Director of Family Dynasty Ministry
    2025/09/05
    Welcome back to the Family Dynasty Podcast. I’m your host, Mat Dewing, and today we have a special episode. I’m joined by my friend and colleague, Brad Gruber, the Executive Director of Family Dynasty Ministry—the non-profit side of our organization. In this conversation, you’ll get to know Brad: his backstory, his heart, and the unique journey that led him to catch the vision for building family dynasties rooted in God’s design. We’ll talk about how Brad first connected with Sean Morris and the ministry of Family Dynasty, and how his initial passion—pursuing the greatest possible societal impact with a missional vision—grew into a conviction about the critical role families play in shaping culture. Now, if you’re new to our work, you’ll hear us unpack the two expressions of Family Dynasty. We exist both as Family Dynasty, LLC, our for-profit teaching and consulting agency, and as Family Dynasty Ministry, our non-profit effort to spread the Christian worldview of family—equipping churches and communities to reclaim God’s biblical vision for households that endure and flourish across generations. We’ll dive into how integrating our faith and life doesn’t just inspire us—it causes us to rethink, restructure, and reimagine the way we lead our families. We’ll explore the drivers that motivate different families, from personal legacy to community impact, and how Brad’s journey has always leaned toward transforming cities through strong, dynastic households. If you’re watching on YouTube, you’ll notice Brad’s great mustache and goatee—but beyond appearances, you’ll hear his heart for the Kingdom and for families who want to live on mission. Finally, Brad will close today’s episode with a prayer—for your family, for your church, and for God’s Kingdom to come on earth as it is in heaven. So let’s jump in—here’s my conversation with Brad Gruber.
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    53 分
  • Health Wealth- Capital #2

    Health Wealth- Capital #2
    2025/09/12
    Welcome back to the Family Dynasty Podcast. I’m your host, Mat Dewing, and today we’re recording from our home gym with two of my favorite people—my daughters, Alaina and Megan. Together, we’re diving into Capital #2 of the Seven Capitals of Wealth: Health Wealth. When we talk about “wealth,” most people think about money. But biblically, wealth is much broader. In Hebrew, the word means a virtuous force—a life that multiplies good in every direction. That’s why we frame wealth in seven dimensions, and today we’ll focus on how health—mental, physical, emotional, and even environmental—forms one of the core capitals of a flourishing family. Too often health and wealth are set against each other. You’ve heard the saying: “people spend down their health to gain wealth, and then spend down their wealth trying to regain health.” But that’s not how it has to be. True wealth is not in opposition to health—health itself is wealth. It’s one of the most powerful ways we invest in our family’s long-term legacy. Now, full disclosure—I didn’t give the girls much prep this week. We just jumped in. It’s one of our shorter conversations, but honestly, this topic could be endless. Every family should be having conversations like this, because health touches every part of who we are. Think of it this way: as human beings, we are mind, affections, body, will, and relational creatures. You can’t really separate those parts. Philosophers may argue whether we’re bipartite or tripartite beings, but the truth is—our mental, physical, emotional, and environmental health constantly overlap. Investing in one area always pays dividends in the others. That’s why we actually list mental health first. James Allen’s classic work As a Man Thinketh reminds us: your thoughts shape your character, your habits, and ultimately your destiny. If your mind is disciplined and oriented toward truth and virtue, your body, emotions, and even your environment begin to align with that same purpose. Now, if you’re watching this episode on video, you’ll notice something funny—Megan is barefoot. It made me smile when I saw it. Barefoot living has been part of our country-life story for years. I used to be embarrassed when we’d show up in public with kids who somehow lost their shoes, but now I laugh at the memory. Fun personal fact, since 2008 I do almost all of my training barefoot, and almost my entire collection of shoes are zero heel rise or minimalist. It’s a small but powerful reminder that health shows up in the everyday choices we make—what we eat, how we move, how we rest, even what we wear on our feet. Speaking of small decisions, I’m reminded that even my choice to record this while standing on a wobble board is an intentional health decision that plays into strategy for pursuing my own personal health wealth and ultimately my family’s health wealth as I play my part. So today, we’ll unpack some of those choices. We’ll share personal stories, rabbit-trail a bit into journaling for emotional health, and explore together how families can intentionally build their Total Health Wealth. This is about much more than fitness—it’s about shaping a life of abundance for generations to come. Let’s get into it.
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    33 分