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A Quarter-Century Discourse: Delivered in the Tenth Presbyterian Church, Philadelphia, on Sunday, November 7, 1858

Henry Augustus Boardman ⬩ 1858

Henry A. Boardman's 1858 Quarter-Century Discourse recalls his 1833 ordination, the church's founding, pastoral reminiscences, and denominational controversies in Philadelphia.

The Dignity and Importance of the Christian Ministry: And the Disloyalty of Church in Our Large Cities in Withholding Their Sons from the Work

Henry Augustus Boardman ⬩ 1859

Boardman argues the Christian ministry is divinely instituted and supremely dignified, urging city churches to encourage their sons to enter it. He contrasts its eternal, spiritual aims with secular careers.

Introduction to Pike and Hayward, Religious Cases of Conscience Answered in an Evangelical Manner

Henry Augustus Boardman ⬩ 1859

Intro to lectures answering cases of conscience; pastoral guidance on doubt, assurance, and Christian experience. Aims to comfort believers and aid ministers.

What Christianity Demands of Us at the Present Crisis: A Sermon Preached on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 29, 1860

Henry Augustus Boardman ⬩ 1860

Thanksgiving sermon (Nov. 29, 1860) urging preservation of the Union amid the slavery crisis. Boardman criticizes the Church’s failure to restrain slavery and urges Christian moderation.

The Doctrine of Election Neither Derogatory to God nor Discouraging to Man

Henry Augustus Boardman ⬩ 1860

Henry A. Boardman defends the doctrine of election, arguing it does not derogate God's character but manifests sovereign love and justice, citing Ephesians 1:4–6.

A Selection of Hymns: Designed as a Supplement to the “Psalms and Hymns” of the Presbyterian Church

Henry Augustus Boardman ⬩ 1861

Preface and selections from an 1861 Presbyterian supplement to the "Psalms and Hymns," emphasizing hymnody as worship and providing hymns for public, family, and private devotion.

Thanksgiving in War: A Sermon, Preached in the Tenth Presbyterian Church, Philadelphia, on the 28th Day of November, 1861

Henry Augustus Boardman ⬩ 1861

Introduction to Frederick A. Packard, The Rock

Henry Augustus Boardman ⬩ 1861

A pastoral devotional for young people addressing doubts, the authority of Scripture, personal religion, and practical duties—urging trust in Christ, the 'Rock', for guidance and perseverance.

The Sovereignty of God, the Sure and Only Stay of the Christian Patriot in Our National Troubles: A Sermon

Henry Augustus Boardman ⬩ 1862

Civil War–era sermon urging trust in God's sovereignty over nations. Boardman argues divine providence governs history and is the Christian patriot’s surestay in national troubles.

The Federal Judiciary: A Thanksgiving Discourse

Henry Augustus Boardman ⬩ 1862

Henry A. Boardman's 1862 Thanksgiving discourse praises the Federal Judiciary as guardian of the Constitution, outlining its role in preserving the Union and checking other branches.

Introduction to Christ the Rock: Or, Aids to Young Disciples

Henry Augustus Boardman ⬩ 1862

Intro and opening chapters of Christ the Rock, guiding young disciples on Bible authority, prayer, regeneration, assurance, and practical Christian living.

Address of Dr. Boardman at the Funeral of Rev. John McDowell

Henry Augustus Boardman ⬩ 1863

Funeral discourse honoring Rev. John McDowell, praising his faithful ministry, peaceful collegiate pastorship, and the lasting spiritual fruit of his labors. Celebrates his humble, devoted life in Christ.

Healing and Salvation for Our Country from God Alone: A Sermon Preached in the Tenth Presbyterian Church, Philadelphia, on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 24, 1864

Henry Augustus Boardman ⬩ 1864

1864 Thanksgiving sermon urging national repentance and reliance on God's providence to 'heal' and 'save' the nation amid the Civil War; discusses emancipation and restoration of the Union.

The Peace-Makers: A Sermon Preached in the Tenth Presbyterian Church, Philadelphia, on Sunday, April 9, 1865

Henry Augustus Boardman ⬩ 1865

Henry A. Boardman's sermon on 'Blessed are the peacemakers' (Matt. 5:9). Urges Christians to cultivate peace, reconcile divisions, and the Church's role to prevent, temper, and end war.

The Peace We Need, and How to Secure It: A Sermon Preached in the Tenth Presbyterian Church, Philadelphia, on the Day of National Humiliation, June 1, 1865

Henry Augustus Boardman ⬩ 1865

Henry A. Boardman's 1865 sermon calls Christians to lead national reconciliation after the Civil War and Lincoln's death, urging Gospel-driven peace and healing of divisions.

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A Quarter-Century Discourse: Delivered in the Tenth Presbyterian Church, Philadelphia, on Sunday, November 7, 1858

The Dignity and Importance of the Christian Ministry: And the Disloyalty of Church in Our Large Cities in Withholding Their Sons from the Work

Introduction to Pike and Hayward, Religious Cases of Conscience Answered in an Evangelical Manner

What Christianity Demands of Us at the Present Crisis: A Sermon Preached on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 29, 1860

The Doctrine of Election Neither Derogatory to God nor Discouraging to Man

A Selection of Hymns: Designed as a Supplement to the “Psalms and Hymns” of the Presbyterian Church

Thanksgiving in War: A Sermon, Preached in the Tenth Presbyterian Church, Philadelphia, on the 28th Day of November, 1861

Introduction to Frederick A. Packard, The Rock

The Sovereignty of God, the Sure and Only Stay of the Christian Patriot in Our National Troubles: A Sermon

The Federal Judiciary: A Thanksgiving Discourse

Introduction to Christ the Rock: Or, Aids to Young Disciples

Address of Dr. Boardman at the Funeral of Rev. John McDowell

Healing and Salvation for Our Country from God Alone: A Sermon Preached in the Tenth Presbyterian Church, Philadelphia, on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 24, 1864

The Peace-Makers: A Sermon Preached in the Tenth Presbyterian Church, Philadelphia, on Sunday, April 9, 1865

The Peace We Need, and How to Secure It: A Sermon Preached in the Tenth Presbyterian Church, Philadelphia, on the Day of National Humiliation, June 1, 1865

A Sermon Commemorative of the Life and Character of Miss Margaret Latimer

The General Assembly of 1866

Hymns of Praise

Address at the Obsequies of Mr. Singleton A. Mercer

The Scripture Doctrine of Rewards: A Sermon

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