Hints on Revivals of Religion
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Essay arguing revivals should be guided by reason and the Holy Spirit, not by convulsions or theatrical fear. Advocates sober pastoral visitation and emphasis on God’s holiness.
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Hints on Revivals of Religion
The Influence of Religion Upon the Intellectual Improvement of Individuals and of Society
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Argues for Scripture-guided self-examination to expose sin and form conscience. Shows Christianity promotes intellectual and social improvement by fixing principles, attention, and character.
The Influence of the Reformation on the American Revolution
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Defends Israel’s conquest of Canaan as divinely authorized and affirms God’s sovereignty. Traces how the Reformation, through Scripture and education, fostered liberty influencing the American Revolution.
A Discourse Delivered Before the Literary and Philosophical Society of Hamden Sydney College, at Their Anniversary Meeting, on the 24th of September, 1824
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A discourse urging Virginia to promote literary and scientific improvement by founding academies, improving primary schools, and advancing female education to supply teachers and resources.
Theological Seminary in Prince Edward
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Rebuttal of Mr. Owen, debate over General Assembly procedure, and report on the Theological Seminary in Prince Edward—its independence, finances, staffing, and presbytery proceedings.
Education for the Gospel Ministry
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Affirms God’s immutability as a central divine attribute and argues for the scriptural warrant of educating young men for the Gospel ministry, endorsing seminaries and support.
Review of the “Doctrines of the Church Vindicated from the Misrepresentations of Dr. John Rice”
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A polemical review rebuking Bishop Ravenscroft’s intemperate language and conduct in religious controversy, defending courteous disputation and citing Titus 1 on episcopal character.
An Address, Adapted to the Monthly Concert for Prayer (Oct 1828)
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An 1828 address urging unity of foreign and domestic missions, calling for prayer, funds and workers, and highlighting urgent need for English Protestant ministry in Louisiana.
The Power of Truth and Love
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Sermon: Christian warfare uses spiritual, not carnal, weapons—truth and love. Advocates persuasion over coercion, defends religious liberty, and urges faithful gospel propagation.
Correspondence of the General Assembly with Foreign Churches
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1829 prospectus of the Biblical Repertory for a theological quarterly to clarify Scripture, review literature, and advance missions; prints the GA’s letters to foreign churches.
The Glory of the Gospel
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Sermon asserting the gospel’s supreme glory, permanence, and universal adaptability, supported by Scripture and Paul’s example; it blesses all peoples and classes.
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