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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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Vaughan’s “Sermons”

1903 reviews: critique of the federal theory of imputation and infant damnation; praises Vaughan’s Calvinist sermons on Scripture, sin, justification and miracles; reviews Robbins’ apologetic.

Robert Alexander Webb ⬩ 1903

Stagg’s “Calvin, Twisse and Edwards”

Critique of objections to the federal (covenant) theory of imputation, defending Calvin and the Westminster Confession on infant salvation, predestination, and covenant implications.

Robert Alexander Webb ⬩ 1903

The Adamic Principle in Theology

Palmer analyzes the 'Adamic' principle—parental, realistic, federal—arguing against parental/genetic transmission and defending Adamic guilt and original sin's penal consequences.

Robert Alexander Webb ⬩ 1902

The Validity and Sufficiency of Human Testimony to the Miraculous

Argues human testimony can validly establish miracles, using eyewitness accounts (Thomas, Emmaus) to defend the historicity of Christ's resurrection. Rejects skeptics who trust only personal senses.

Robert Alexander Webb ⬩ 1901

Decadence in Present Day Preaching

Essays critique the 'New Theology' and diagnose decline in preaching—short sermonettes, parochial overload, poor preparation, and theological vacillation. Calls for a Christ-centered, doctrinal renewal of the pulpit.

Robert Alexander Webb ⬩ 1901

History of the Presbyterian Church of Bethel

History of Bethel Presbyterian Church (organized 1764), recounting Scotch-Irish and Huguenot origins, settlement in South Carolina, and the congregation's Presbyterian heritage and missions.

Robert Alexander Webb ⬩ 1938

Presbyterianism Among the Negroes

Reports Protestant mission growth in Puerto Rico—schools, hospitals, and rising church attendance—and Presbyterian work among Freedmen emphasizing education, leadership, and uplift.

William H. Weaver ⬩ 1905

A Tribute to Mrs. J.W.E. Bowen

Tribute to Mrs. J.W.E. Bowen honoring her Christian devotion, family life, and leadership in education and women's organizations. Also notes the Negro Exposition and the need for business leagues.

William H. Weaver ⬩ 1904

The American Mission in Egypt, 1854–1896

Preface and table of contents of Andrew Watson's history of the United Presbyterian Church's American mission in Egypt (1844–1896), documenting stations, schools, conversions, and persecutions.

Andrew Watson ⬩ 1904

Letter

Letter reporting a New York Jewish mission: packed Friday evangelistic services, numerous conversions, faith-supported missionary work, and Scripture-driven outreach.

Hermann Warszawiak ⬩ 1903

The Constitution as a Continuing Principle in Government: An Address Delivered by Ethelbert Warfield, Esq. …, November 21, 1935

Ethelbert Warfield's 1935 address defends the U.S. Constitution as a living, adaptable framework. He emphasizes amendment, popular sovereignty, federalism, and checks and balances.

Ethelbert Dudley Warfield ⬩ 1936

December 28, 1922 Letter to Francis J. Grimké

Warfield rebuts Grimke's charge that Wilson and Lincoln discriminated racially, asks for specific cases, and argues for institutional diversity and limited alumni control.

Ethelbert Dudley Warfield ⬩ 1942

December 11, 1922 Letter to Francis J. Grimké

E.D. Warfield to Francis J. Grimke (Dec 1922): Warfield defends Wilson College against charges of racial discrimination, requests specific evidence, and appeals to Christian fairness.

Ethelbert Dudley Warfield ⬩ 1942

Letter to the Atlantic Monthly

Essays and letters on self‑esteem and psychology's role in managing human behavior, and debates over philanthropy, settlements, and social welfare in modern society.

Ethelbert Dudley Warfield ⬩ 1921

My Source of Strength

Nov 1919 American Lutheran Survey reports European church conditions, a Wartburg visit, and argues for the necessity of a church paper to foster Christian intelligence, stewardship, and unity.

Ethelbert Dudley Warfield ⬩ 1919

Why Go to College?

1918 Continent urges steadfast faith in God and humanity amid world war, asserting righteousness will prevail. It also defends college education as preparation for civic duty and service.

Ethelbert Dudley Warfield ⬩ 1918

Presbyterianism and Higher Education

Addresses from the 1916 sesquicentennial of the Path Valley Presbyterian churches, recounting local history, catechetical piety, Scottish‑Irish heritage, and the church's commitment to higher education.

Ethelbert Dudley Warfield ⬩ 1916

Address of President Ethelbert D. Warfield at the Annual Dinner of the Philadelphia Alumni Association

E. D. Warfield's 1914 Lafayette alumni address champions college education as a union of intellectual training and spiritual culture, urging hard work, character, and sacrificial service.

Ethelbert Dudley Warfield ⬩ 1914

Introduction to M.M. Miller, Great Debates in American History, Vol 5

Volume V of Great American Debates compiles U.S. political controversies (Kentucky Resolutions, nullification, slavery, secession), tracing states' rights disputes from 1798–1861.

Ethelbert Dudley Warfield ⬩ 1913

Historical Account of Isthmian Projects

Survey of centuries of Isthmian canal projects—from Columbus and Spanish surveys to British, French, and U.S. involvement—examining engineering, commerce, and diplomacy behind the Panama/Nicaragua routes.