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2026-10-09T11:14:35-06:00

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What Happened at Cornell?

Last updated on: October 9, 2026 at 11:14 am By Richard E. Simmons III

Cornell University has received a great deal of negative publicity and intense scrutiny following a civil lawsuit filed by a former student known as “Jane Doe.” She alleges that she was drugged and gang-raped by seven fraternity members of the Phi Chi fraternity in October of 2024. I read an interesting article by Anthony Bradley […] Read more

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2026-10-02T11:44:19-06:00

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Saving Your Marriage

Last updated on: October 2, 2026 at 11:44 am By Richard E. Simmons III

Several years ago, I sat across from a couple whose marriage appeared to be headed for divorce. I cannot say that my counsel saved their marriage, but they are still together and, as far as I know, doing well. In one of our sessions, we reviewed together these issues below. What I shared with them […] Read more

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2026-09-24T10:27:03-06:00

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Morality and Science

Last updated on: September 24, 2026 at 10:27 am By Richard E. Simmons III

One of the most celebrated atheists in all of history was Bertrand Russell. He was highly regarded and outspoken. However, when it came to morality and value judgments, he confessed, “I don’t know the solution.” He placed so much confidence in science and human reason but acknowledged human impotence when it came to the issue […] Read more

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2026-09-18T10:56:25-06:00

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What Is Your Ultimate Hope?

Last updated on: September 18, 2026 at 10:56 am By Richard E. Simmons III

Today’s blog is an excerpt from Jerry Leachman’s new book, Brave Hearts, Strong Arms. Jerry will be speaking at our breakfast this Friday, September 25 at The Country Club of Birmingham. The event is free but we ask that you register here. ***** Holly and I dedicated everything we had to the Lord one day […] Read more

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2026-09-11T11:06:46-06:00

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Coming To a Decision

Last updated on: September 11, 2026 at 11:06 am By Richard E. Simmons III

For the last fifty years, I have had the privilege of helping men explore and find their faith. In my twenties, I worked with teenagers as a volunteer leader with Young Life. In my thirties, I taught Bible studies and investigative studies with Young Business Leaders. Twenty-five years ago, I started The Center, where I […] Read more

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2026-09-04T12:23:42-06:00

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Receive by Giving

Last updated on: September 4, 2026 at 12:23 pm By Richard E. Simmons III

One of the great truths I have learned in my twenty-five years of working at The Center is that giving brings people great joy. I believe it is part of how God designed the human heart. Jesus captured this principle in Luke 6:38 when He said, “Give, and it will be given to you.” Some […] Read more

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2026-08-28T11:58:21-06:00

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The Nature of Proof

Last updated on: August 28, 2026 at 11:58 am By Richard E. Simmons III

Many people believe that the strongest kind of proof is scientific proof—something that can be observed, tested, and demonstrated. Because science cannot prove that God exists, some people in the scientific community conclude that there is no God. Christianity, however, is based on faith and revelation. Christians believe that God has made Himself known through […] Read more

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2026-08-21T11:26:29-06:00

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Ultimate Validation

Last updated on: August 21, 2026 at 11:26 am By Richard E. Simmons III

I am pleased to announce that our publishing company, Union Hill Publishing has just released Brave Hearts, Strong Arms by our good friend Jerry Leachman. Its subtitle says it all: Locker Room Talks for the Only Game That Matters. Brave Hearts, Strong Arms is a powerful and timely book for men. Forty-six short, easy to read essays filled […] Read more

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2026-08-14T13:44:03-06:00

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Happiness In an Age of Boredom

Last updated on: August 14, 2026 at 1:44 pm By Richard E. Simmons III

I remember reading Richard Winter’s book, Still Bored in a Culture of Entertainment: Rediscovering Passion & Wonder. Winter argues that, despite having more entertainment options than any generation before us, Western culture is struggling with a deceptive disease—an epidemic of boredom. I believe he is right. We live in a world filled with distractions, conveniences, […] Read more

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2026-08-07T10:46:35-06:00

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The Demise of Civilizations

Last updated on: August 7, 2026 at 10:46 am By Richard E. Simmons III

For much of his life, St. Augustine was a loyal citizen of Rome. Although it was a secular state, he believed it provided the only tolerable framework for human society. For Augustine, as for most Romans, the fall of the Roman Empire was simply unthinkable. Yet by the beginning of the fifth century, the decadence […] Read more

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