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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.
The Rebel Prince, or Lessons from the Career of the Young Man Absalom
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A series of lectures drawing moral and pastoral lessons from Absalom's life (2 Samuel 13–19), examining family failure, rebellion, and God's providence toward David.
Judas, the Maccabee, and the Asmonean Princes
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History of Judas Maccabee and the Hasmoneans, bridging Nehemiah and the Maccabees. Discusses Alexander, Jewish traditions (Mishna/Talmud), and Daniel's prophecies.
The Crime Against the Presidency: A Sermon
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Sermon (Apr 16, 1865) lamenting Lincoln's assassination as a crime against the Presidency and nation; blames slavery and rebellion, urging Christian obedience, justice and national repentance.
Young Calvin in Paris, and the Little Flock That He Fed
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A historical sketch of young John Calvin in Paris, portraying idolatry, arrests, and a martyr's burning; it highlights early Reformation tensions and persecution.
The College Days of Calvin
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Account of John Calvin's college days in France: his studious youth, encounter with Lefevre's gospel, and the tension between emerging Protestant convictions and family/Church pressure.
The Culdee Monasteries
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Examines the early Scottish (Culdee) church—Columba’s missionary cells at Iona, distinct Celtic monastic/missionary practice, and ecclesiastical independence from Roman prelaty.
No Time: Or, Mason Earle’s Paradox
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A devotional tale urging family piety and practical godliness: trust God in separation, observe the Sabbath and prayer meetings, and make time for Bible reading amid daily work.
Why Was Not Jesus a Writer?
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Argues Jesus did not write because he entrusted preservation of his teaching to the Holy Spirit inspiring evangelists; defends the New Testament and rebuts rationalist objections.
The Parson in the Ball-Room
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A pastor visits a ball-room to seek and reclaim straying church members, rebuking dancing and drunkenness while offering pastoral care and urging church discipline.
William Farel, and the Story of the Swiss Reform
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Biography of William Farel, the Swiss reformer and friend of John Calvin. Chronicles his life, preaching, missionary zeal, and role in the Swiss and French Reformation.
The Kirkpatrick Memorial: Or, Biographical Sketches of Father and Son, and a Selection from the Sermons of the Rev. Jacob Kirkpatrick, Jr.
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Memorial volume with biographical sketches of Rev. Jacob Kirkpatrick Sr. and Jr., and selected sermons by Jacob Kirkpatrick Jr., emphasizing redemption, prayer, and pastoral ministry.
Calvin’s Love of Christian Union
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Defense of John Calvin’s commitment to Christian unity: he sought broad Protestant fellowship, defined the Church by pure preaching and sacraments, and rebutted charges of intolerance.
Ulrich Zwingli, The Patriotic Reformer: A History
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Biography of Ulrich Zwingli, Swiss Reformation leader: preacher, statesman, and reformer. Traces his life, ministry, political involvement, and influence on Swiss church history.
Geneva’s Shield: A Story of the Swiss Reformation
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Narrative of Geneva's Reformation: early reformers (e.g., William Farel), the spread of the Bible, and civic-religious struggles leading to Protestant change.
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