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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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The Determination of Religious Value the Ultimate Problem of the Higher Criticism

Reports on the Westminster Assembly’s work on church government and argues Higher Criticism’s ultimate task is determining the value of biblical writings via origin and form.

William Marcellus McPheeters ⬩ 1908

The Book of Kings: Its Occasion, Theme and Purpose

Two essays: Ramsay surveys Tennyson's religious beliefs; McPheeters analyzes the Book of Kings—its purpose, providence, prophetic warnings, and covenantal themes.

William Marcellus McPheeters ⬩ 1908

The Independence and Spirituality of the Church Historically Considered

Devotional 'The Fallen Vine' urges Christian pity and restoration of the fallen. Also reports Presbyterian conference/federation debate, Knox anniversary, church growth, and divorce law.

William Marcellus McPheeters ⬩ 1905

April 8, 1904 and June 23, 1904 Letters to P.B. Fraser

William Marcellus McPheeters ⬩ 1904

The Question of Authorship: Practice Versus Theory

Argues that the authorship of biblical books is significant in practice. Surveys Chronicles, Proverbs, Psalms, and Deuteronomy to show ancient concern for authorial attribution.

William Marcellus McPheeters ⬩ 1903

The Question of the Authorship of the Books of Scripture: A Criticism of Current Views

Survey of early-20th-century debates over Old Testament authorship and higher criticism, weighing conservative, progressive, and radical positions on Mosaic authorship, the Pentateuch, and Isaiah.

William Marcellus McPheeters ⬩ 1903

Thomas S. McPheeters, Sr.

Biographical sketch of Thomas S. McPheeters Sr. and Jr.: St. Louis warehouse magnate, Presbyterian elder and YMCA leader, civic reformer with ties to the Polk family.

1921

In Memory of Thomas S. McPheeters, 1852–1909

Memorial biography of Thomas S. McPheeters (1852–1909), a fervent Presbyterian layman: YMCA leader, Sunday-school and prison minister, civic reformer, and generous philanthropist.

1910

The Best Method of Cultivating the Grace of Liberality and Gathering the Offerings of the People

Two articles: one surveys the biblical office of elders and deacons; the other gives practical guidance on stewardship—tithing, systematic weekly giving and a pledge/envelope plan.

Thomas Shanks McPheeters, Sr. ⬩ 1907

Robert Alexander Webb, D.D., LL.D.

Obituary and portrait of Rev. Robert A. Webb (1856–1919), Presbyterian professor of systematic theology, noting his ministry, teaching, pastoral gifts, theology, and sudden death.

James Hugh McNeilly ⬩ 1919

The Ministers and Pastors of the First Presbyterian Church, Nashville, Tenn.

History and biographical sketches of ministers of First Presbyterian Church, Nashville (1785–1860), tracing its growth from a frontier congregation into a major city church.

James Hugh McNeilly ⬩ 1915

Religion and Slavery: A Vindication of the Southern Churches

James H. McNeilly defends Southern churches' record on slavery, arguing masters sought to evangelize and care for slaves and challenging Northern misconceptions and criticisms.

James Hugh McNeilly ⬩ 1911

Proposed Union of Presbyterians: The Attitude of Southern Presbyterians

Examines the 1903 revision of the Westminster Confession and the proposed union of Northern, Cumberland, and Southern Presbyterians. Evaluates doctrinal changes, Calvinism, and church unity.

James Hugh McNeilly ⬩ 1904

The Confessional Statement of the United Presbyterian Church of North America

United Presbyterian Confessional Statement (1925) reaffirming the Westminster standards; summarizes doctrines on God, Scripture, creation, providence, sin, salvation, and election.

John McNaugher, United Presbyterian Church of North America ⬩ 1926

The Virgin Birth

Scholarly defense of the Virgin Birth. Argues Matthew and Luke give independent, authentic testimony of Christ's miraculous conception, rebutting naturalistic and polemical attacks.

John McNaugher ⬩ 1923

The Psalter with Responsive Readings

A 1912 United Presbyterian Psalter offering a metrical Psalm version, responsive readings, musical settings, and indexes—prepared by a joint committee for congregational worship.

John McNaugher ⬩ 1912

Psalter Hymns

A 1911 psalter of 104 metrical Psalm selections (Uniform Version, 1909) for families, Sabbath-schools and services, with musical settings, indexes, and devotional use.

John McNaugher ⬩ 1911

A Special Exegesis of Col. III.16 and Eph. V.19

Argues Eph. 5:19 and Col. 3:16 refer to Spirit-given, likely inspired songs (not human-composed hymns), defending the Psalms' primacy in early Christian public worship.

John McNaugher ⬩ 1907

The Psalms in Worship

Convention papers advocating the exclusive use of the biblical Psalter in Christian worship. Argues from Scripture, history, doctrine, and devotional practice.

John McNaugher ⬩ 1907

Defection in Church Membership Occasioned by Removals

Reports Fargo First Presbyterian's new sanctuary and flourishing pastorate. Editorial urges churches to combat suicide and infidelity and to provide pastoral care for relocating members.

John McNaugher ⬩ 1907

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The Determination of Religious Value the Ultimate Problem of the Higher Criticism

The Book of Kings: Its Occasion, Theme and Purpose

The Independence and Spirituality of the Church Historically Considered

April 8, 1904 and June 23, 1904 Letters to P.B. Fraser

The Question of Authorship: Practice Versus Theory

The Question of the Authorship of the Books of Scripture: A Criticism of Current Views

Thomas S. McPheeters, Sr.

In Memory of Thomas S. McPheeters, 1852–1909

The Best Method of Cultivating the Grace of Liberality and Gathering the Offerings of the People

Robert Alexander Webb, D.D., LL.D.

The Ministers and Pastors of the First Presbyterian Church, Nashville, Tenn.

Religion and Slavery: A Vindication of the Southern Churches

Proposed Union of Presbyterians: The Attitude of Southern Presbyterians

The Confessional Statement of the United Presbyterian Church of North America

The Virgin Birth

The Psalter with Responsive Readings

Psalter Hymns

A Special Exegesis of Col. III.16 and Eph. V.19

The Psalms in Worship

Defection in Church Membership Occasioned by Removals

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