Archives
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.
The Planting of the Presbyterian Church in Northern Virginia
Survey of early Presbyterian planting in Northern Virginia prior to the organization of Winchester Presbytery (1794). Reviews settlements, ministers, and surviving records.
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The Graves of Princeton’s First Alumni
Urges pairing prayer with steady effort and perseverance; includes a brief history of Princeton's first alumni and church separations. Reports Home Missions' Indian affairs and plans for western surveys.
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James Robert Graham, D.D.
Necrological report to Princeton Theological Seminary Alumni (May 4, 1915) containing obituaries and brief biographies of Presbyterian ministers, with dates, degrees, and service.
Petition for Charter for Liberty Hall Academy
April 1905 William and Mary College Quarterly: colonial Virginia history including Peter Francisco's biography, the 1782 petition for Liberty Hall Academy, Bray family genealogies and college records.
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Mexico
Reports on an apostolic visit and Protestant missions in Mexico: Spanish conquest, shallow conversions under colonial rule, Reform Laws, rising native churches, education, and mission opportunities.
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Death of Mrs. A.T. Graybill
May 1913 Presbyterian Missionary Survey covering foreign and domestic mission reports, medical and educational work in Asia, Africa, and Latin America, plus the obituary of Mrs. A.T. Graybill.
Dr. Woodrow and the “Silence of Scripture”
Biographical sketches of Dr. James Woodrow detailing his role in the evolution controversy; he argued Scripture is silent on the mode of Adam's creation and sought harmony of science and revelation.
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College Days in Old Oglethorpe
Reminiscences of Old Oglethorpe University: alumni generosity, notable professors (Talmage, Woodrow), student life, and Presbyterian support for rebuilding. Memories of portraits, reunions, and change.
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Review of William S. Nelson, Habeeb the Beloved
Discussion of 'The Business of the Church'—the church's task to gather, nourish believers and evangelize the world. Includes reviews of books on church efficiency, pastoral life, and missions.
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The Value of the Church to the Community
Two lectures: practical help for Sunday-school teachers and an essay on the church’s manifold community value—economic, civic, social and educational.
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The Nature and Value of Theology
In this inaugural address J. B. Green defends theology as a vital science of religion and ministry. He argues theology organizes Scripture, aids apologetics, and serves holy living.
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Review of Joseph F. Newton, My Idea of God
Sketch of Rev. Henry E. Dosker's life and critical reviews of books debating modernism, differing views of God, and Jesus' deity—contrast between modernist and traditional positions.
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The Gospel Which Paul Preached
Union Seminary Review (Oct 1929) features essays on Old Testament criticism and Dr. J. B. Green’s study 'The Gospel Which Paul Preached,' highlighting Christ's atonement and resurrection.
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The Gospel Which Jesus Preached
Essays on religious certainty and the gospel Jesus preached. Argues Jesus taught the necessity and substitutionary character of his death for sins, grounding Paul in the four Gospels.
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Where Did Jesus Get the Gospel Which He Preached?
Union Seminary Review (Apr 1930) contains essays on organic Presbyterian union and an exposition arguing Jesus' gospel is rooted in Old Testament prophecy and sacrificial types pointing to Christ's atonement.
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