In today’s episode, we sit down with Brittany Murray, a former public school teacher who made a bold decision to pull her children from the school system and educate them at home. This is not just a homeschooling conversation; it’s a story about obedience, courage, identity, and listening to God over culture. Brittany unmuted her voice, challenged the narrative, and chose a path that aligned with her convictions, her children’s needs, and her legacy.

Whether you're homeschooling, in public school, private school, or somewhere in between, this episode will empower you to ask deeper questions, trust your discernment, and build according to your family needs.

🎯 What We Talk About

🔹 Brittany’s path from classroom teacher to mother-educator

1. The calling that pulled her away from traditional schooling
2. The fears & pressures she faced in leaving the school system
3. The financial miracle

🔹 Her “unmuting moment”

1. What made her say, “I can’t stay silent about this anymore”
2. Scriptures, prayers, and an inner voice that carried her

🔹 Raising children with intention

1. The difference between teaching a class & discipling your own children
2. Parenting shifts & emotional growth during homeschool transition
3. Discovering learning styles, callings, and strengths outside the system

🔹 Reclaiming vision & identity

1. Breaking cultural narratives and societal expectations
2. Myths about homeschooling, especially in the Black community
3. Why faith, identity, and culture matter in how we educate

🔹 Practical wisdom for parents

1. Three things she wishes she had known sooner
2. Balancing structure & spirit-led flexibility
3. Encouragement for parents feeling the “stir” to do something different

🔹 Legacy & future vision

1. Emotional, academic, and spiritual hopes for her children
2. What she hopes they'll say about her obedience 20 years from now

📖 Guiding Scripture Themes

1. Train up a child (Proverbs 22:6)
2. Teach them diligently (Deut. 6:6–7)
3. Courage to resist systems & remain rooted (Daniel 1)

🧠 Key Takeaway

School is not just a place, it’s formation

Your voice, your discernment, and your obedience matter. Before society forms your children, you have the right and responsibility to hear God for them first.

💬 Powerful Quote

📌 Call to Action

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And if you’re feeling God tugging you to build differently, sit with it. Pray on it. Ask for a strategy. You don’t need to rush, just listen.

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