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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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A Sermon Preached in Connection with the Funeral Solemnities of John Boardman

Funeral sermon (Aug 21, 1853) for John Boardman reflecting on Proverbs 16:31 — the hoary head as a crown of glory. Praises his piety, integrity, and zealous service as an elder.

William Buell Sprague ⬩ 1853

Introduction to Elisha Yale, A Select Verse System, for the Use of Individuals, Families, and Schools

A 19th-century "Select Verse System" for memorizing Scripture in families, schools, and individuals. Offers weekly verse lessons, catechetical instruction, and devotional aids.

William Buell Sprague ⬩ 1853

Introduction to The World’s Laconics

William Buell Sprague ⬩ 1853

A Funeral Discourse, Occasioned by the Death of Rev. Joshua Bates

A funeral sermon for Rev. Joshua Bates reflecting on God’s providence in removing aged ministers, the dignity and duty of the Christian ministry, and honoring his memory by preserving his example.

William Buell Sprague ⬩ 1854

A Sermon Addressed to the Second Presbyterian Congregation in Albany, Sunday Morning, August 27, 1854

Dr. Sprague’s 1854 sermon marking his 25th anniversary at Albany; he thanks God’s sustaining help, reviews congregational changes, officers and deaths, and urges grateful remembrance.

William Buell Sprague ⬩ 1854

A Sermon Delivered in the Second Presbyterian Church, Albany, on Sabbath Morning, August 20, 1854

William Buell Sprague ⬩ 1854

A Sermon Delivered on Wednesday Evening, June 21, 1854, at the Installation of the Rev. E. Smalley, D.D., as Pastor of the Second Presbyterian Church in Troy

William B. Sprague’s 1854 installation sermon (Ps. 19:7) argues the law of the Lord converts the soul. Scripture, he contends, shapes Christian traits — humility, love, and benevolence.

William Buell Sprague ⬩ 1854

Introduction to Lucius E. Smith’s Heroes and Martyrs

Antebellum collection of missionary biographies and a historical review honoring modern foreign missionaries’ lives and sacrifices to inspire missionary zeal.

William Buell Sprague ⬩ 1854

Recommendatory Notice for William A. Scott, Daniel

Sermons on Daniel offering moral and practical lessons for young men, emphasizing Bible biography, piety, and resistance to skepticism. Encourages thorough Bible study and Christian character.

William Buell Sprague ⬩ 1854

A Sermon Preached on at the Installation of the Rev. Duncan Kennedy

An installation sermon urging ministers to "rightly divide the word of truth." Preach the whole gospel with proper relation, proportion, and adaptation, avoiding politics and philosophy.

William Buell Sprague ⬩ 1855

A Sermon Preached on Occasion of the Ordination of the Rev. Theron H. Hawkes

Sermon urging ministers to uphold the dignity of the Christian ministry: preach Christ crucified plainly, keep ordinances reverent, avoid rhetorical show and worldly entanglements.

William Buell Sprague ⬩ 1855

Letters on Practical Subjects, to a Daughter (1822)

William Buell Sprague ⬩ 1855

Monitory Letters to Church Members

Pastoral letters urging church members to value evangelical doctrine, attend full worship, practice family prayer, and diligently study Scripture to guard faith and holiness.

William Buell Sprague ⬩ 1855

The Chess Question Continued

1855 Michigan Farmer issue on wool production and livestock markets, seed and weed (wheat vs. "chess") debates, with horticultural notes and practical farming advice.

William Buell Sprague ⬩ 1855

Visits to European Celebrities

Personal sketches of eminent European religious figures (e.g., Edward Irving, Rowland Hill), recounting impressions of their preaching, manners, and character.

William Buell Sprague ⬩ 1855

A Sermon Preached in the Second Presbyterian Church, Albany, April 27, 1856, on Occasion of the Death of Frederick J. Barnard, Jr.

Funeral sermon arguing that Christ’s death and resurrection secure the believer’s victory over death; faith appropriates this gift and evokes grateful praise.

William Buell Sprague ⬩ 1856

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A Sermon Preached in Connection with the Funeral Solemnities of John Boardman

Introduction to Elisha Yale, A Select Verse System, for the Use of Individuals, Families, and Schools

Introduction to The World’s Laconics

A Funeral Discourse, Occasioned by the Death of Rev. Joshua Bates

A Sermon Addressed to the Second Presbyterian Congregation in Albany, Sunday Morning, August 27, 1854

A Sermon Delivered in the Second Presbyterian Church, Albany, on Sabbath Morning, August 20, 1854

A Sermon Delivered on Wednesday Evening, June 21, 1854, at the Installation of the Rev. E. Smalley, D.D., as Pastor of the Second Presbyterian Church in Troy

Introduction to Lucius E. Smith’s Heroes and Martyrs

Recommendatory Notice for William A. Scott, Daniel

A Sermon Preached on at the Installation of the Rev. Duncan Kennedy

A Sermon Preached on Occasion of the Ordination of the Rev. Theron H. Hawkes

Letters on Practical Subjects, to a Daughter (1822)

Monitory Letters to Church Members

The Chess Question Continued

Visits to European Celebrities

A Sermon Preached in the Second Presbyterian Church, Albany, April 27, 1856, on Occasion of the Death of Frederick J. Barnard, Jr.

A Sermon Preached in the Second Presbyterian Church Succeeding the Interment of John I. Boyd, and Archibald Campbell

An Address Delivered at West Springfield, August 25, 1856

The Death of a Wife

A Sermon Preached on Sabbath Afternoon, January 25, 1857

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