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Be Aglow with the Spirit

Baccalaureate exhortation urging graduates to “be aglow with the Spirit”: recover Pentecostal fervor, keep the inward fire of the Holy Spirit, and witness in faith, courage and compassion.
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A Letter to Presbyterians

Reprint of 'A Letter to Presbyterians' urging the church's prophetic role during Cold War tensions—defending truth, religious liberty, and God's sovereign rule in public life.
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The Bible, Book of Destiny

Mackay argues the Bible is both a literary monument and the living Word of God. Scripture shapes civilization, reveals human destiny in Christ, and calls for personal and communal devotion.
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Dr. Samuel M. Zwemer: In Memoriam

Memorial for Samuel M. Zwemer, missionary to Muslims and Princeton professor of missions; founder/editor of The Moslem World and influential evangelist and scholar.
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John and Laura Swink: In Memoriam

A memorial tribute by John A. Mackay commemorating John and Laura Swink, highlighting their Christian service, pastoral sympathy, and confident hope in God's care.
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Splendor in the Abyss

Mackay (1950) calls modern darkness God's 'springtime'—a season of judgment and mercy—and urges hope in God's sovereignty, resurrection power, and renewed spiritual revival.
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Basic Christianity

John A. Mackay's 'Basic Christianity' argues the Bible's core is Jesus Christ as Lord. His lordship shapes thought and life, opposing existentialism and power-worship.
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Keep Moving Beyond

Farewell address urging Princeton Seminary graduates to "keep moving beyond"—pursue truth, mission-minded service, and rest in God. Embrace wider horizons beyond parish and denomination.
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The Significance of the Amsterdam Assembly

John A. Mackay on the Amsterdam World Council: unity under Christ, urging churches to be witnesses not merely worshippers, and stressing the laity's and seminaries' vital role.
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At the Frontier

John A. Mackay describes modern life as a 'Frontier'—a chasm of physical need and metaphysical emptiness. He urges the Church to proclaim Christ's revelation and renew personal devotion to restore meaning.
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The Endless Journey Starts

Summer 1948 Princeton Seminary Bulletin: commencement addresses and essays on Christian pilgrimage, missions, theological education, plus memorial minutes and book reviews.
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Robert E. Speer: The Missionary Statesman

Tributes and essays in the Princeton Seminary Bulletin honoring Robert E. Speer, reflecting on Christ’s person and mission, missionary leadership, and memorial minutes.
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Tighten the Belt of Truth

President Mackay’s 1947 commencement urges Princeton Seminary grads to “tighten the belt of truth,” live girded by Christ, and serve faithfully. Announces the new M.R.E. degree.
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A New Status for Theological Education

Announces 1944 Council on Theological Education to unite Presbyterian seminaries, improve training, recruit ministers (including women), and make theology missionary.
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Personal Religion

President Mackay's 1943 address urges personal religion—rooted in self-knowledge and an acquaintance with God—contrasting it with inherited or professional faith and stating the gospel core.
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The Seminary in War Time

Princeton Seminary (Mar 1942) responds to wartime: affirms duty to shepherd and encourage qualified chaplains, resists broad acceleration of seminary training while allowing select exceptions.
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In Memoriam: Joseph Ross Stevenson

Memorial tribute to Dr. J. Ross Stevenson, Princeton Seminary President Emeritus, honoring his leadership, zeal for foreign missions, and lifelong work for Christian unity and the seminary.
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The One Hundred and Twenty-Seventh Commencement

Summary of Princeton Seminary's 127th Commencement (May 1939): baccalaureate, degrees awarded, addresses on preaching and the gospel, and Emil Brunner's stimulating visit.
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The Outlook

Princeton Seminary's 1939 outlook calls for blending timeless gospel truths with engagement in contemporary life. It notes rising Presbyterian enrollment, deepened student zeal, and growing alumni support.
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