EPISODE 17
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Growing Dreams with Maureen Lawrenz
In this episode, we sit down with Maureen Lawrenz, owner of Lake Country Growers and now a thriving real estate agent with Shine Realty.
Maureen shares her inspiring journey of entrepreneurship, from growing a successful CBD business to helping families find their dream homes. Alongside her husband, Benj Lawrenz of the Christian band Koine, Maureen has built not only beautiful houses but also a life grounded in faith.
Her story is one of hard work, vision, and trusting God’s plan every step of the way.
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“People go through hardships, and when you’re in the mess of a hardship you don’t understand the purpose of it until years later, in God’s perfect timing, you can see, ‘Oh, I understand why XYZ happened. Now I can take those hardships and use those to serve God’s people.'”
~ Maureen Lawrenz
Who’s in this Episode?
Maureen “Moe” Lawrenz – Owner of Lake Country Growers, real estate agent at Shine Realty, married to Benj Lawrenz of the Koine Christian band, and mother of four children. She is also a Financial Empowerment Coach for the families at St. Marcus Church and School in Milwaukee.
“I want to bring joy to people in a world that is hard. I know people have a lot of challenges and struggles, so when people hear my name, I want people to have a positive thought and reflect the love and joy that God has blessed me with.”
~ Maureen Lawrenz
Adriane Stuebs – Podcast Host, Owner of Shine Realty
Scripture Inspiration
“The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” -Lamentations 3:22-23
“Serve the Lord with gladness: come before his presence with singing..” -Psalm 100:2
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” -Romans 15:13
“The human spirit is capable of so much more than we give it credit for especially when you have God as your rudder, guiding your way. With the right mindset, you can do a lot of things.”
~ Maureen Lawrenz
Links & Resources
From this Podcast Guest
- Realtor at Shine Realty – Contact Maureen for her real estate expertise!
- Lake Country Growers
- Favorite Koine Song: A Son Emmanuel
“I make decisions based on how I’m going to feel on my death bed. On my death bed, am I going to be glad I took the safe route…or will I have regret? I want a life full adventure and stories to tell my grandchildren.”
~ Maureen Lawrenz
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About the Higher Hope Podcast
Higher Hope shares heartfelt conversations with everyday people–moms, professionals, creatives–who live out their faith in every season of life. Whether you’re walking through a season of uncertainty or simply seeking inspiration, this show is here to uplift and remind you that hope is never out of reach.
Tune in and join a growing community grounded in faith, strengthened by stories, and united by the unwavering power of hope.
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Episode 1 – Meet the Host & Heart behind Higher Hope Podcast
Episode 2 – The Courage to be Different with Farah Stuebs
Episode 3 – Purposeful Grieving: Finding Hope Through Loss with Dr. Stacy Jensen
Episode 4 – Fixing Engines, Mending Hearts with Cindy Stillman
Episode 5 – When God Redirects Our Plans with Chloe Peiffer
Episode 6 – Healthy Living & Hormones with Amanda Haar
Episode 7 – Faith that Doesn’t Fade: My Dad’s Legacy through Disability with Adriane Stuebs
Episode 8 – Unfulfilled, Yet Fully Known with Alana Enger
Episode 9 – Faith in a Foreign Land with Elise Meier
Episode 10 – Faith, Lipstick, & Loving People with Nicki Hill
Episode 11 – Faith, Family, & Big Leaps with Stacy Schweighardt
Episode 12 – Marriage, Creativity, & Motherhood with Renee Peiffer
Episode 13 – Making it Work: Motherhood, Career, & Homeschooling with Val Breit
Episode 14 – Words that Strengthen the Soul with Linda Buxa
Episode 15 – Light in the Midst of Loss with Jill Nelson
Episode 16 – When Faith Becomes Your Lifeline with Jessica Mlsna
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