Archives
The Confessional Presbyterian Archive is a curated digital library dedicated to preserving and promoting the writings of 17th–20th century Presbyterian pastors, teachers, and leaders. Featuring thousands of searchable texts, biographies, and historical resources, the archive provides direct access to the primary-source materials of American Presbyterianism.
Grace and Glory: Or, Heaven Given Only to Saints: A Sermon Preached … Jan 26, 1788, Occasioned by the Death of Mr. Ralph Cross
1788 funeral sermon arguing heaven is given only to saints, who are made 'meet' by God's work—effectual calling, justification and sanctification—leading to thankful glorification.
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Jerubbaal, or Tyranny’s Grove Destroyed, and the Altar of Liberty Finished: A Discourse on America’s Duty and Danger, Delivered … December 11, 1783
John Murray's 1783 Thanksgiving sermon (Newburyport) celebrates America's deliverance after the Revolution, likening it to Gideon's victory and warning against ingratitude and moral decline.
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An Examination of the Principles Contained in the Age of Reason: In Ten Discourses
Sermon rebuking The Age of Reason and infidelity, urging readers to heed divine Wisdom (Proverbs 1) and repent now. A pastoral defense of revelation against deistic skepticism.
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A Funeral Sermon: In Memory of the Rev. James Hunt
Funeral sermon (1793) on Zechariah 1:5–7 reflecting on human transience, the mortality of fathers and prophets, the fulfillment of divine warnings, and God's providence.
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A Pastoral Letter to the Members of the Presbyterian Church Residing in Alexandria
Pastoral letter urging Christian unity across denominations, revival of family and public worship, sincere personal piety, and warning against sectarian pride and outward show.
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The Virtuous Woman
Exposition of Proverbs 31 praising the virtuous woman—industry, frugality, charity, prudent household management and fear of the Lord. Exhorts choosing and cultivating such character.
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Sermons
1787 sermon arguing that a public profession of Christianity (baptism, Lord's Supper) and the hope of Christ's resurrection justify enduring persecution, suffering, and sacrifice.
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A Sermon, Delivered January 20, 1796: At the Ordination of the Rev. William Pidgin, … the Presbyterian Church and Society in Hampton, New-Hampshire
An 1796 ordination sermon urging ministers to embody God-given fortitude, love, and a sound mind. Uses biblical examples to exhort bold, faithful pastoral service.
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