“What if the answer to your prayer wasn’t God opening a door, but you becoming someone who no longer needed that door?”
THE STORY BEHIND THE BOOK
A story of grit, grace, mistakes, mercy, and God's steady hand.
From teenage runaway to master builder, William J. Smith, Sr. lived a life shaped by uncertainty, provision, loss, courage, and grace. His daughter shaped those moments into 21 lessons to help you see God’s hand in your own life.  Â
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“Reading this felt like conversations with my own father. It made me think, cry, laugh, and pray — reminding me that you cannot quit on the vision God has placed before you.”
— Hope, Maryland
What's Inside the Book
Your story isn't over.
“I started reading Go Further with God expecting encouragement. What I found was a series of compelling stories that kept me turning the pages. William Smith Sr.'s unwavering faith, willingness to take risks, and determination to keep moving forward through uncertainty offer lessons that resonate whether you're guided by faith, leadership, or simply the desire to live with courage.”
— Michelle Bozeman, Senior Director, Microsoft
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“Life lessons that change the soul. This book inspires you to trust God, know your worth, and persevere with integrity.”
— Martha, Tennessee
About the Authors
A Daughter and Her Father
The story behind the book — and the people who lived it.
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S. Renee Smith Author & Leadership Strategist S. Renee Smith is a nationally recognized leadership strategist, identity advisor, and seven-time author whose books have been published by Wiley and Sourcebooks. For more than two decades she has coached senior leaders and partnered with organizations including Amazon, Walmart, and Cigna — helping high-performing professionals navigate transition, reclaim their identity, and step boldly into what's next. Named a "Mover and Shaker" by Fortune, she is the founder of There Is More Inside® and the creator of the Live in What's Next™ development experiences. Writing her father's story became her most personal work — and her most transforming. |
William J. Smith, Sr. Storyteller & Master Builder William J. Smith, Sr. is a retired master builder, entrepreneur, and community patriarch who built Smith Masonry, Inc. from nothing into a company that employed 35 people and shaped homes, churches, and public landmarks across Delaware, Maryland, and Pennsylvania — including the Firemen's Memorial Monument in Dover. A former migrant worker who left school in the ninth grade, William has served the African Methodist Episcopal Church for more than fifty years and has been married to Reverend Shirley M. Smith for more than 65 years. His life is the lesson. |
“This book is a testimony. It reveals how life's highs and lows shape us, and how the struggle between faith and fear is not failure but growth.”
— Kevin, South Carolina
What You'll Discover
Seven chapters. One remarkable life. Twenty-one lessons for yours.
Chapter 1
God's Presence in Our Pain
Chapter 2
Finding Alignment with God
Chapter 3
Provision for Purpose
Chapter 4
Growing into the Promise
Chapter 5
The Breaking That Builds
Chapter 6
When Heaven Releases
Chapter 7
What Love Built
“A beautiful reminder of God's goodness and providence. Every story stirred memories of when He was working in my life — whether I recognized it or not.”
— Mary Kate O'Connell, Florida
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Frequently Asked Questions
When will I receive my autographed copy?
We ship autographed copies within 5 business days. Order by June 12 to receive it by Father's Day, June 21.
Do you offer special pricing for churches, ministries, or group orders?
Yes! We offer discounted pricing for bulk orders — perfect for Bible studies, leadership retreats, and book clubs. Email [email protected].
Will S. Renee or William speak at our event?
Yes. S. Renee is available for keynotes, panels, and workshops. William is available for live or virtual Q&A sessions. Email [email protected] to discuss availability.
Is the book available in eBook format?
Yes — the eBook is available on Amazon and wherever digital books are sold. Get it here.
“This story is so powerful it moved me to tears. I felt every decision and envisioned it as if I were there.”
— Dominique, Delaware
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“I read this book three times — each time going deeper. It moved me to tears, made me journal, and left me still wanting more.”
— Robert, Delaware
“I was deeply touched by the wisdom of William Smith and the work of love S. Renee has done to bring his story to the world. Every page reminded me that God is in the details of our lives.”
— LaNae, Utah
