Category Archives: Articles

The articles posted on this web site are believed to contain the truth on the subject which each addresses. These beliefs are sincerely held. If any of the articles contain or advocate error, an open invitation is extended to any reader to communicate and point out any such error.

The Teaching – by Jerry Cutter

Posted on September 15, 2014 by George Battey

The article posted below (PDF/MS Word Format) is the tract of Brother Jerry Cutter. This tract is reproduced as written by Brother Cutter with only a few minor changes in formatting and organization. The grammar and style have been left … Continue reading →

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Baptism and “Works” – A Look at Eph 2:8-9

Posted on October 24, 2013 by George Battey

A common idea is that baptism is not necessary for salvation because it is a “work” and Ephesians 2:8-9 excludes “works” as a way of being saved.  The article below discusses baptism and “works” in connection with Ephesians 2:8-9. To … Continue reading →

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The Marriage of Unbelievers (1 Corinthians 7:1-15)

Posted on May 8, 2013 by George Battey

What should we think about the marriages/divorces of unbelievers?  When an alien sinner comes to church and wishes to obey the gospel, do we refuse to baptize them because they are divorced and remarried?  Should the church require these people … Continue reading →

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The Age of Accountability

Posted on December 31, 2012 by George Battey

To view this article, please click on one of the following file formats: PDF | MS Word

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The Sermon On The Mount (Mt 5-7)

Posted on November 14, 2012 by George Battey

Matthew 5:1-12 – The Beatitudes PDF | MS Word Matthew 5:13-16 – The Salt & Light Of The World PDF | MS Word

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Annihilation & Hell – by, Alan W. Gomes

Posted on September 10, 2011 by George Battey

The article below contains Parts 1 & 2 of a series written by Alan W. Gomes.  Mr. Gomes is not a member of the Church of Christ, yet his material on the subject of hell is true, accurate and scholarly.  … Continue reading →

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7 Irrefutable Facts – About Grace, Faith, Works, Law

Posted on July 1, 2011 by George Battey

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Debate Notes: One Cup in the Lord’s Supper

Posted on February 14, 2011 by George Battey

The notes contained in this PDF file are the notes used in the Battey-Donahue Debate in Mableton, GA in 1994.  Every known objection to the use of one cup is documented and answered in these notes.  Although these notes have … Continue reading →

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Crossing the Line – What’s Wrong With The Irving Church???

Posted on February 7, 2011 by George Battey

  Crossing The Line – What’s Wrong With The Irving Church??? (Click the above link to view and read the entire booklet)

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The Social Gospel

Posted on January 19, 2011 by George Battey

The following notes were presented at the annual “Preachers’ Study” held December 20-23, 2010.  This particular study was presented on the afternoon of December 22, 2010. The Social Gospel – Booklet The Social Gospel – PowerPoint Slides

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