Reliable Truth https://www.patheos.com/blogs/reliabletruth/ Reliable Truth with best-selling author Richard E. Simmons III covers a wide variety of topics, from the deceptive power of pride to the uniqueness of Christ in a world full of religions. Whether you need wisdom for your day or answers to life’s biggest questions we believe you’ll find truth and insights here. Tagline: Truth is discovered, not invented Fri, 16 Oct 2026 19:05:04 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 Nuggets of Wisdom—Fall 2026 https://www.patheos.com/blogs/reliabletruth/2026/10/nuggets-of-wisdom-fall-2026/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 19:05:04 +0000 https://www.patheos.com/blogs/reliabletruth/2026/10/nuggets-of-wisdom-fall-2026/ Every few months or so I like to share quotes that I have encountered in my reading and research that have been meaningful to me. I call them “Nuggets of Wisdom.” “To get the job you want, master the one you have.” —BARRY DILLER “The poorest man I know is the man who […]
]]> What Happened at Cornell? https://www.patheos.com/blogs/reliabletruth/2026/10/what-happened-at-cornell/ Fri, 09 Oct 2026 17:14:35 +0000 https://www.patheos.com/blogs/reliabletruth/2026/10/what-happened-at-cornell/ 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 […]
]]> Saving Your Marriage https://www.patheos.com/blogs/reliabletruth/2026/10/saving-your-marriage/ Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:44:19 +0000 https://www.patheos.com/blogs/reliabletruth/2026/10/saving-your-marriage/ 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 […]
]]> Morality and Science https://www.patheos.com/blogs/reliabletruth/2026/09/morality-and-science/ Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:27:03 +0000 https://www.patheos.com/blogs/reliabletruth/2026/09/morality-and-science/ 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 […]
]]> What Is Your Ultimate Hope? https://www.patheos.com/blogs/reliabletruth/2026/09/what-is-your-ultimate-hope/ Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:56:25 +0000 https://www.patheos.com/blogs/reliabletruth/2026/09/what-is-your-ultimate-hope/ 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 […]
]]> Coming To a Decision https://www.patheos.com/blogs/reliabletruth/2026/09/coming-to-a-decision/ Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:06:46 +0000 https://www.patheos.com/blogs/reliabletruth/2026/09/coming-to-a-decision/ 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 […]
]]> Receive by Giving https://www.patheos.com/blogs/reliabletruth/2026/09/receive-by-giving/ Fri, 04 Sep 2026 18:23:42 +0000 https://www.patheos.com/blogs/reliabletruth/2026/09/receive-by-giving/ 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 […]
]]> The Nature of Proof https://www.patheos.com/blogs/reliabletruth/2026/08/the-nature-of-proof/ Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:58:21 +0000 https://www.patheos.com/blogs/reliabletruth/2026/08/the-nature-of-proof/ 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 […]
]]> Ultimate Validation https://www.patheos.com/blogs/reliabletruth/2026/08/ultimate-validation/ Fri, 21 Aug 2026 17:26:29 +0000 https://www.patheos.com/blogs/reliabletruth/2026/08/ultimate-validation/ 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 […]
]]> Happiness In an Age of Boredom https://www.patheos.com/blogs/reliabletruth/2026/08/happiness-in-an-age-of-boredom/ Fri, 14 Aug 2026 19:44:03 +0000 https://www.patheos.com/blogs/reliabletruth/2026/08/happiness-in-an-age-of-boredom/ 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, […]
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