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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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Foreword to James A. Robertson, The Spiritual Pilgrimage of Jesus

Explores Jesus' unique God-consciousness and inner spiritual experience—his filial union with the Father—and the implications for Christology and Christian experience.

James Moffatt ⬩ 1922

The New Testament: A New Translation

James Moffatt's 1915 New Testament translation preface outlining his translation method and aims, followed by the opening of Matthew (chapters 1–5).

James Moffatt ⬩ 1913

The Expositor’s Dictionary of Poetical Quotations

A collected anthology pairing poetic quotations with Bible passages. Illustrative verses and brief notes illuminate texts (notably Genesis and Exodus).

James Moffatt ⬩ 1913

The Theology of the Gospels

Preface and contents of James Moffatt's The Theology of the Gospels (1912): a concise study of the Gospels' central theology—God, Jesus' person, Spirit, eschatology, and churchly context.

James Moffatt ⬩ 1912

Reasons and Reasons

An exhortation to keep God supreme over the attractions of the material world. Warns against subtle idolatry of wealth, science, and sensation, urging faith and Christ-centered devotion.

James Moffatt ⬩ 1911

An Introduction to the Literature of the New Testament

Handbook surveying New Testament literary criticism: canon, sources, composition, circulation, and individual books. Designed for students with bibliographies and critical summaries.

James Moffatt ⬩ 1911

Paul and Paulinism

Excerpt from James Moffatt's Paul and Paulinism tracing Paul's Jewish training, zealous persecution, Damascus conversion, and vocation to the Gentiles.

James Moffatt ⬩ 1910

George Meredith, A Primer to the Novels

A concise primer on George Meredith: brief biography and clear summaries/analyses of his novels, highlighting style, themes, and his place in Victorian literature.

James Moffatt ⬩ 1909

The Epistle of James

Collection of literary quotations and commentary on the Epistle of James (chap. 1), illustrating themes of trial, patience, wisdom, and practical Christian living for preachers and readers.

James Moffatt ⬩ 1906

The Epistle to the Romans

Literary illustrations and commentary on Romans (chapters 1–2), exploring God's righteousness, natural revelation, conscience, and divine judgment through literary quotations.

James Moffatt ⬩ 1905

The Book of Daniel

Selections of literary illustrations on the Book of Daniel, pairing Scripture (chapters 1–2) with historical and literary quotations. Aims to enrich preaching and Bible study.

James Moffatt ⬩ 1905

The Golden Book of John Owen

Anthology of John Owen's devotional and theological passages—meditations on Christ, assurance, holiness, forgiveness, and faith to revive Puritan spirituality.

James Moffatt ⬩ 1904

The Historical New Testament: Being the Literature of the New Testament Arranged in the Order of Its Literary Growth and According to the Dates of the Documents

Preface to James Moffatt's The Historical New Testament arguing that NT writings should be arranged by literary growth and historical context. It defends the historical method and modern NT criticism.

James Moffatt ⬩ 1901

James David Moffatt, D.D., LL.D.

Necrological report of Presbyterian ministers and educators, summarizing careers, honors, and death dates. Prepared for the Princeton Theological Seminary alumni meeting (1917).

James David Moffat ⬩ 1917

William Henry Mitchell

Biographical entries from the 1921 History of Alabama, detailing lives of Alabama figures (Mitchells, Mobley, Modawell): births, careers, military service, marriages, and residences.

1921

The Staff Method

Argues against impersonal 'staff' charity, urging personal presence and self-giving in Christian service. True charity restores souls, not merely gifts or checks.

Samuel Swain Mitchell ⬩ 1904

A Historical Sermon, Delivered … October 20, 1912, in the First Presbyterian Church, Trenton, N.J., on … the Two Hundredth Anniversary of Its Organization

Obituary of Rev. Walter A. Brooks and a historical sermon (Oct 20, 1912) marking the 200th anniversary of First Presbyterian Church, Trenton, reflecting on Psalm 90 and colonial legacy.

Henry Collin Minton ⬩ 1913

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