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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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All True Reform Principles Lead to the Position Against Swearing to Carry on Government According to a Law That Leaves Out Christ

A 1902 report urging political reform rooted in Christ. It argues that reforms without Christ fail, denounces constitutional provisions that ignore God, and urges Christians not to swear to uphold such laws.

Finley Milligan Foster ⬩ 1902

The Psalms in Revivals and Evangelistic Work

Finley Milligan Foster ⬩ 1903

History of the Decline and Extinction of Psalm-Singing in the Presbyterian Church

History of the Presbyterian shift from exclusive psalm-singing to hymns (Watts, Dwight, 1753–1843), arguing this change led to a decline in worship purity and the extinction of Psalmody.

Finley Milligan Foster ⬩ 1910

Plea for the Old Scotch Version

1910 Christian Nation notice on Synod logistics, lodging, and travel. Argues for preserving the Old Scotch (Rous) Psalter unchanged and rejects pragmatism and evolutionary ethics.

Finley Milligan Foster ⬩ 1910

Are Covenanters to Have Overseers? - Bishops

1928 Covenanter Witness: NY Bible Society donates Bibles to Byrd's Antarctic expedition. Editorials urge gratitude, fasting and repentance amid prosperity and oppose a Synod 'overseer' office.

Finley Milligan Foster ⬩ 1928

Rev. James Mitchell Foster

Obituary of Rev. James Mitchell Foster (1850–1928), longtime Reformed Presbyterian pastor in Boston, honoring his faithful ministry, family, writings, and sudden death after preaching.

Finley Milligan Foster ⬩ 1928

Finley Milligan Foster, Ph.D.

Biographical sketches (1888–1930) of Reformed Presbyterian ministers, institutions, missions and synod activities, including portraits and lists of presbyteries and congregations.

Owen Foster Thompson ⬩ 1930

Mr. Latimer as a Preacher

Tribute and obituary for Rev. James R. Latimer, highlighting his scholarly piety, faithful pastoral ministry, preaching, and prayers. Includes daily devotional excerpts and notices.

Finley Milligan Foster ⬩ 1939

Would the Apostle Paul Be Headmaster of the Cyprus Academies?

Fragmentary historical text discussing language and education—debate over teaching in English vs native tongues, Greek studies, missionary work, and girls' academy efforts.

Finley Milligan Foster ⬩ 1933

Women Elders? No!

A 1939 Covenanter article argues women should not serve as elders, citing Scripture and historical examples. An accompanying essay claims archaeological finds (Tel el‑Amarna, Lachish, Hammurabi) support Mosaic authorship.

Finley Milligan Foster ⬩ 1939

The American Revised Version

Discusses Christian liberty through the Spirit, critiques power-elite totalitarianism and wartime complicity, debates 'Jehovah' vs 'Lord' in translation, and women's eldership.

Finley Milligan Foster ⬩ 1940

A Dream…?

God cares for life's small details and calls believers to watchful, obedient character. The piece also warns that preaching demands serious preparation and proper ordination.

Finley Milligan Foster ⬩ 1940

Christ’s Second Coming

Discusses true patriotism, Jeremiah's shift from judgment to hope, critiques belief in Christ's earthly millennial reign, and urges Christian protest against war in favor of gospel witness.

Finley Milligan Foster ⬩ 1940

Church and State: Their Relations Considered - A Thesis

A 1940 thesis arguing that Church and State are distinct, divine and civil institutions that must be independent; surveys definitions, history, and political philosophy to support separation.

Finley Milligan Foster ⬩ 1940

Finley Milligan Foster, D.D., Ph.D.

Compendium of biographical sketches and institutional lists of Reformed Presbyterian ministers and missions, covering 1930–1963, compiled by Rev. Alvin W. Smith.

1963

James Mitchell Foster

Biographical sketches of Reformed Presbyterian ministers, institutions, missions and congregations in North America (1888–1930), including portraits and lists of officers.

Owen Foster Thompson ⬩ 1930

Our National Reform Methods

Editorial urging Covenanters to press national reform (the Christian Amendment), boldly witness against political sin, and defend ministers' duty to speak despite controversy.

James Mitchell Foster ⬩ 1902

Shall We Condemn the Aggravated Guilt of This Nation?

A 19th-century sermon condemning secularism and national sins (slavery, Sabbath-breaking, immorality) and warning of divine judgment like Sodom and Amalek. Calls Christians to conscience and reform.

James Mitchell Foster ⬩ 1909

The New Metrical Version of the Psalms

Calls for increased missions to China; warns against innovations in worship (Nadab and Abihu) and critiques a new metrical Psalter. Also denounces the political 'idolatry' of the ballot.

James Mitchell Foster ⬩ 1910

In Memoriam: Rev. Matthew Augustine Gault

January 7, 1914 issue of the Christian Nation urges Covenanter support for their denominational paper to resist liberalism and church union; includes clergy news, obits, and Sabbath School resources.

James Mitchell Foster ⬩ 1914

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