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5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… Rodney Winters, author of Go Into The House

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JoeyPinkney.com Exclusive Interview
5 Minutes, 5 Questions With…
Rodney Winters, author of Go Into The House
(Foghorn Publishers)

Go Into The House relates Rodney Winters’ story of disappointment from a failed marriage and the divorce process to the older brother in the biblical story of the prodigal son. The book encourages the reader with the fact that there is indeed hope after life’s disappointments in the presence of our heavenly Father. Rodney writes about issues that few men talk about openly.

Go Into The House is a gripping story about the painful truths of relationships told from a man’s perspective. Whether it’s a failed marriage or some other difficulty, we all face some tough decisions at some point after life’s disappointments. We must choose to either Go Into The House and enjoy the benefits inside, or stay outside and wallow in self-pity.

Joey Pinkney: Where did you get the idea and inspiration to write Go Into the House?

Rodney Winters: The book started out as my personal journal that helped me get through a difficult period in my life. I was dealing with a failed marriage and difficult divorce process. Writing was therapeutic for me. After coming through the pain, I realized that there are other people who can benefit from my story.

I was inspired by the older brother in the biblical parable of the prodigal son. I saw myself in many ways like him. He faced disappointment even though he felt he had done the right things. I ultimately made the choice to “go into the house”, which represents the place where God is.

JP: Writing Go Into the House had to be a challenging and difficult experience for you. Why did you feel so compelled to share the contents of Go Into the House in a public setting?

RW: Yes, it was very challenging, but I have a burden for relationships and compassion for hurting people. I understand that God often allows us to go through things in order to help someone else. There is a purpose that goes beyond me.

Men don’t always talk about certain hurts that occur in relationships, but I know I am not alone in my experiences. I believe there are women and men who really need to hear this message of encouragement to help them experience healing and forgiveness.

JP: As an author, what are the keys to your success that lead to Go Into the House getting out to the public?

RW: It was all the work of God. He allowed me to meet a published author who recommended my publisher to me. It was the first and only company I sent my manuscript to. They were very impressed and wanted to publish my book.

I believe God honored my motive for wanting to help others by being real and transparent about some tough issues that occurred in my life. It was important that I did not become bitter. I allowed my negative circumstances to bring God glory.

JP: As an author, what is your writing process? How long did it take for you to start and finish Go Into the House?

RW: I am also a preacher, so I regularly write sermons. I seek to pull out deeper meanings from Bible stories that are relevant to everyday life. My writing is based on the scriptures and my personal experiences.

I wrote Go Into The House over the course of four years. It was not a full-time project. It was first written as a journal during the process. Then I began filling in the gaps and incorporating the biblical references.

JP: What’s next for Rodney Winters?

RW: I am juggling ideas for my next book. I’m not fully clear on which direction to pursue for a topic. I am also completing a workbook for Go Into The House, that is designed to stimulate discussion for study groups, counseling, and book clubs.

I will begin to travel and speak about Go Into The House and my experiences at conferences, seminars, churches and in group settings. I am actively marketing my book with the goal of helping to bring healing to many people as God uses my experience to encourage others.

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26 thoughts on “5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… Rodney Winters, author of Go Into The House”

  1. Here is the list of people who are in the running for a FREE copy of Go Into The House by Rodney Winters.

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    Leave a comment about your thoughts on the interview. One of the first ten people to comment will win a FREE copy of this book.

  2. I love the the fact that this book is written by a man of God to help others but it’s not so much in the form of a self-help book. Men of color are not typically open about hurts and failures and their pride and egos tend to work against them when it comes to being able to open up to God and others to receive healing. This books seems like it would be a good resource for men and women.

    Good interview Joey!

  3. I love that the author wrote of a personal, spiritual journey. Yet again, great interview and many blessings to Rodney Winters, I look forward to reading this book.

  4. Here is the list of people who are in the running for a FREE copy of Go Into The House by Rodney Winters.

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    2) LatinTemptress
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    Leave a comment about your thoughts on the interview. One of the first ten people to comment will win a FREE copy of this book.

  5. We all have dealt with difficult situations in our lives, but how many of us accepted God as the leading force to change negative situations to positive situations. Mr. Winter accepted God’s will to show him the big picture in his life. Good interview!!

  6. Joey Pinkney
    February 2nd, 2010

    Here is the list of people who are in the running for a FREE copy of Go Into The House by Rodney Winters.

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    2) LatinTemptress
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    Leave a comment about your thoughts on the interview. One of the first ten people to comment will win a FREE copy of this book.

  7. Did you change the post since I recall leaving a comment….well now I am interested to reading such a book to see how he deals with redemption and going to God’s House.

  8. Here is the list of people who are in the running for a FREE copy of Go Into The House by Rodney Winters.

    1) Natalyne
    2) LatinTemptress
    3) Patricia
    4) Adrienna
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    Leave a comment about your thoughts on the interview. One of the first ten people to comment will win a FREE copy of this book.

  9. It’s refreshing to hear a man speak his feelings. I also think that the best stories are ones that shadow bible stories and its poetry. We are all touched by challenges and celebrations as the writer conveys. Everyone is touched differently and is moved forward in their journey in a unique way. Reading how another human deals with a hand shaken by life will always be of interest. I wish the author success in abundance and also those that are vibrated by his words.

  10. Here is the list of people who are in the running for a FREE copy of Go Into The House by Rodney Winters.

    1) Natalyne
    2) LatinTemptress
    3) Patricia
    4) Adrienna
    5) Rachel Berry
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    Leave a comment about your thoughts on the interview. One of the first ten people to comment will win a FREE copy of this book.

  11. I thought it was the same post too but since it isn’t, I’ll leave my comment again. Thanks for sharing Mr Winters. Would love to read your story. Ok then Joey, can I have the book now? Lol…waiting…waiting….

  12. Here is the list of people who are in the running for a FREE copy of Go Into The House by Rodney Winters.

    1) Natalyne
    2) LatinTemptress
    3) Patricia
    4) Adrienna
    5) Rachel Berry
    6) Folake Taylor
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    Leave a comment about your thoughts on the interview. One of the first ten people to comment will win a FREE copy of this book.

  13. Joey I love your honesty. Men on a whole tend to hide their feelings and most times this only work against them. This is a great book for both men and women. I would love to read it.

    Great interview Joey!

    God bless

  14. Here is the list of people who are in the running for a FREE copy of Go Into The House by Rodney Winters.

    1) Natalyne
    2) LatinTemptress
    3) Patricia
    4) Adrienna
    5) Rachel Berry
    6) Folake Taylor
    7) Pauline
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    Leave a comment about your thoughts on the interview. One of the first ten people to comment will win a FREE copy of this book.

  16. Here is the list of people who are in the running for a FREE copy of Go Into The House by Rodney Winters.

    1) Natalyne
    2) LatinTemptress
    3) Patricia
    4) Adrienna
    5) Rachel Berry
    6) Folake Taylor
    7) Pauline
    8) Daniel
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    Leave a comment about your thoughts on the interview. One of the first ten people to comment will win a FREE copy of this book.

  17. I am very proud of Rodney Winters and his accomplishments. I knew when we were in school that he was Destined for Greatness. I too have always felt that God put us thru various tests and experience in life so that we may share with others and move to the next level that He has pre-destined for us. I am really looking forward to reading Rodneys book. I am so glad that he found strength in God to write about his experience and share in a public setting.

  18. Here is the list of people who are in the running for a FREE copy of Go Into The House by Rodney Winters.

    1) Natalyne
    2) LatinTemptress
    3) Patricia
    4) Adrienna
    5) Rachel Berry
    6) Folake Taylor
    7) Pauline
    8) Daniel
    9) Carol Jackson
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    Leave a comment about your thoughts on the interview. One of the first ten people to comment will win a FREE copy of this book.

  22. Here is the list of people who are in the running for a FREE copy of Go Into The House by Rodney Winters.

    1) Natalyne
    2) LatinTemptress
    3) Patricia
    4) Adrienna
    5) Rachel Berry
    6) Folake Taylor
    7) Pauline
    8) Daniel
    9) Carol Jackson
    10) Stephanie Renee’

    I will randomly choose a winner shortly.

  23. Dang, I missed out. Sounds like a great book. I also thought the author had a thoughtful trailer on his website. All the best to him. I’ll have to have him on my blog.

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