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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.

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Self Disclaimed, and Christ Exalted: A Sermon

Two 1758 sermons urging Christian ministers and churches to pursue peace, charity, and unity — preserve essentials, practice forbearance in non-essentials, and resist divisive strife.

David Bostwick ⬩ 1758

Self Disclaimed, and Christ Exalted: A Sermon

An 18th-century sermon urging ministers to "preach not ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord." Warns against selfishness in ministry and calls ministers to self-examination and Christ‑exalting preaching.

David Bostwick ⬩ 1776

An Account of the Life, Character, and Death of President Davies

Eulogistic preface mourning the sudden death of Samuel Davies. It sketches his life, ministry and presidency at the College of New Jersey and urges reflection on mortality and piety.

David Bostwick ⬩ 1761

An Account of Some Late Attempts by the Correspondents of the Society for Propagating Christian Knowledge, to Christianize the North American Indians

Account of 1761–62 missionary efforts to Christianize North American Indians, reporting on Samson Occum, mission stations, schooling of children, and appeals for support.

David Bostwick ⬩ 1763

A Fair and Rational Vindication of the Rights of Infants to the Ordinance of Baptism

David Bostwick ⬩ 1764

A Fair and Rational Vindication of the Rights of Infants to the Ordinance of Baptism

Defense of infant baptism (Acts 2:39) from covenant theology, arguing that children of covenant members are included in the gospel promise and thus proper subjects of baptism.

David Bostwick ⬩ 1765

May 17, 1760 Letter to William Tennent III

Elias Boudinot, IV ⬩ 1760

An Oration, Delivered at Elizabeth-Town, New-Jersey, Agreeably to a Resolution of the State Society of Cincinnati, on the Fourth of July, M.DCC.XCIII

Elias Boudinot, IV ⬩ 1793

Six Political Discourses Founded on the Scripture

Political sermons invoking Scripture to denounce tyranny as 'the way of Cain', indict British oppression in America, and urge justice for suffering prisoners and the cause of liberty.

Hugh Henry Brackenridge ⬩ 1777

An Eulogium of the Brave Men Who Have Fallen in the Contest with Great-Britain

1779 eulogy by Hugh H. Brackenridge honoring Americans who fell fighting Great Britain. Praises their bravery and love of liberty, lists battles, and comforts the bereaved.

Hugh Henry Brackenridge ⬩ 1779

Narratives of a Late Expedition Against the Indians; With an Account of the Barbarous Execution of Col. Crawford

Two 1782 first-person narratives of a western expedition against Native Americans: Col. Crawford's capture and brutal execution, and Dr. Knight & John Slover's captivity and escape.

Hugh Henry Brackenridge ⬩ 1783

Oration on the Celebration of the Anniversary of Independence

Oration (July 4, 1793) lauds American independence, celebrates liberty, and urges sympathy for revolutionary France. Defends public enthusiasm and considers possible aid to France.

Hugh Henry Brackenridge ⬩ 1793

Incidents of the Insurrection in the Western Parts of Pennsylvania, in the Year 1794

First‑hand account of the 1794 Western Pennsylvania insurrection (Whiskey Rebellion): clashes over excise enforcement, militia response, burned houses, and legal debate on authority.

Hugh Henry Brackenridge ⬩ 1795

A Sermon, Occasioned by the Death of the Rev. James Sproat, D.D. Late the Senior Pastor of the Second Presbyterian Congregation in the City of Philadelphia

Ashbel Green ⬩ 1794

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Self Disclaimed, and Christ Exalted: A Sermon

Self Disclaimed, and Christ Exalted: A Sermon

An Account of the Life, Character, and Death of President Davies

An Account of Some Late Attempts by the Correspondents of the Society for Propagating Christian Knowledge, to Christianize the North American Indians

A Fair and Rational Vindication of the Rights of Infants to the Ordinance of Baptism

A Fair and Rational Vindication of the Rights of Infants to the Ordinance of Baptism

May 17, 1760 Letter to William Tennent III

An Oration, Delivered at Elizabeth-Town, New-Jersey, Agreeably to a Resolution of the State Society of Cincinnati, on the Fourth of July, M.DCC.XCIII

Six Political Discourses Founded on the Scripture

An Eulogium of the Brave Men Who Have Fallen in the Contest with Great-Britain

Narratives of a Late Expedition Against the Indians; With an Account of the Barbarous Execution of Col. Crawford

Oration on the Celebration of the Anniversary of Independence

Incidents of the Insurrection in the Western Parts of Pennsylvania, in the Year 1794

A Sermon, Occasioned by the Death of the Rev. James Sproat, D.D. Late the Senior Pastor of the Second Presbyterian Congregation in the City of Philadelphia

A Sermon, Delivered in the Second Presbyterian Church in the City of Philadelphia, on the 19th of February, 1795

July 31, 1798 Letter to a Director of the London Missionary Society (1799)

A Grammatical Institute of the Latin Language

A New Introduction to the Latin Language

A Grammatical System of the Grecian Language

February 4, 1742/43 Letter to Joseph Bellamy

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