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.
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
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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.
Introduction to Lucius E. Smith’s Heroes and Martyrs
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Antebellum collection of missionary biographies and a historical review honoring modern foreign missionaries’ lives and sacrifices to inspire missionary zeal.
Recommendatory Notice for William A. Scott, Daniel
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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.
A Sermon Preached on at the Installation of the Rev. Duncan Kennedy
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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.
A Sermon Preached on Occasion of the Ordination of the Rev. Theron H. Hawkes
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Sermon urging ministers to uphold the dignity of the Christian ministry: preach Christ crucified plainly, keep ordinances reverent, avoid rhetorical show and worldly entanglements.
Monitory Letters to Church Members
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Pastoral letters urging church members to value evangelical doctrine, attend full worship, practice family prayer, and diligently study Scripture to guard faith and holiness.
The Chess Question Continued
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1855 Michigan Farmer issue on wool production and livestock markets, seed and weed (wheat vs. "chess") debates, with horticultural notes and practical farming advice.
Visits to European Celebrities
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Personal sketches of eminent European religious figures (e.g., Edward Irving, Rowland Hill), recounting impressions of their preaching, manners, and character.
A Sermon Preached in the Second Presbyterian Church, Albany, April 27, 1856, on Occasion of the Death of Frederick J. Barnard, Jr.
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Funeral sermon arguing that Christ’s death and resurrection secure the believer’s victory over death; faith appropriates this gift and evokes grateful praise.
A Sermon Preached in the Second Presbyterian Church Succeeding the Interment of John I. Boyd, and Archibald Campbell
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William B. Sprague’s sermon on Psalm 25:21: Christian integrity—right moral discernment and consistent obedience—preserves believers from reproach, remorse, and ruin.
An Address Delivered at West Springfield, August 25, 1856
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An 1856 commemorative address by W. B. Sprague marking the centennial of Rev. Joseph Lathrop’s ordination. It recalls Lathrop’s ancestry, early life, ministry, and pastoral character.
The Death of a Wife
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Pastoral reflection on a husband’s grief at the death of his wife, addressing sorrow, parental duties, and Christian consolation grounded in Scripture and God’s compassion.
Annals of the American Pulpit, Volume 2 (Trinitarian Congregational)
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Biographical sketch of Nathan Perkins (1748–1838), Trinitarian Congregational minister. Covers his education, long pastorate, publications, role in revivals and training students.
Men of Business
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1857 essay urging businessmen to wield civic power responsibly—supporting honest government, sustaining faithful church ministry, and backing benevolent institutions by integrity and stewardship.
A Sermon Addressed to the Second Presbyterian Congregation, Albany, on Sunday Morning, September 5, 1858, on the Completion of the Atlantic Telegraph
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Sermon linking the Atlantic Telegraph’s completion to God’s providence (Psalm 77:19), reflecting on Divine power manifested and hidden, and the responsibility of human intellect.
A Sermon Addressed to the Second Presbyterian Congregation, Albany, Sabbath Morning, March 14, 1858, on Occasion of the Death of Mrs. Alexander Marvin
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A funeral sermon praising the Christian woman’s active usefulness in home, school, church, and charity. Her works praise her and reflect Christ’s spirit of service.
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