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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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Questions on the Historical Books of the New Testament, Designed for Bible Classes and Sunday Schools

Albert Barnes ⬩ 1831

Question-and-answer guide (1831) by Albert Barnes for Bible classes and Sunday Schools. Follows Gospel order and harmonizes parallel passages to teach Matthew and New Testament history.

Development of the Christian Character

Albert Barnes ⬩ 1832

Argues that true Christian conversion effects a radical, visible change in life; the gospel develops and reveals Christian principles, and life's trials test and display faith.

Reasons Why the Christian Character Should Be Developed

Albert Barnes ⬩ 1832

Sermon urging Christians to make their faith visible: good works must be manifested to glorify God, influence others toward salvation, and show the transforming power of grace.

The Works of Lord Bacon

Albert Barnes ⬩ 1832

Contains essays urging a joyful, revival-driven piety and a study of Lord Bacon’s life and inductive philosophy and its influence on science and theology.

American Enterprise: Or, Christianity Adapted to the Active Powers of American Youth: A Discourse

Albert Barnes ⬩ 1832

Albert Barnes' 1832 discourse urging American youth to embrace Christianity and direct their talents for civic and religious good, highlighting equality and national opportunity.

Introductory Essay to Joseph Butler, The Analogy of Religion, Natural and Revealed

Albert Barnes ⬩ 1835

Introductory essay to Butler's Analogy arguing that the analogy between nature and revelation robustly defends Christianity; Barnes praises Butler's enduring authority and method.

The Rule of Christianity, in Regard to Conformity to the World: A Sermon

Albert Barnes ⬩ 1833

Albert Barnes' sermon on Romans 12:2 explains 'Be not conformed to this world,' defining its scope, heart-level aim, and principles for applying Christian separation in daily life.

Prayers for the Use of Families, Chiefly Selected from Various Authors; With a Preliminary Essay; Together With a Selection of Hymns

Albert Barnes ⬩ 1833

Albert Barnes' 1833 selection of prayers and hymns urging family prayer and worship. Argues family devotion cultivates virtue, protects children, and perpetuates religion.

January 3, 1834 Letter to Amos Augustus Phelps

Albert Barnes ⬩ 1834

Text is garbled and unintelligible; contains no coherent content, themes, or scriptures to summarize.

The Immorality of the Traffic in Ardent Spirits: A Discourse, Delivered … April 13, 1834

Albert Barnes ⬩ 1834

Albert Barnes argues that manufacturing and vending of ardent spirits is morally wrong, causing poverty, crime, disease and death. He urges temperance and public action to abolish the trade.

The Power of Holiness in the Christian Ministry: A Discourse

Albert Barnes ⬩ 1834

Notes, Explanatory and Practical, on the Epistle to the Romans

Albert Barnes ⬩ 1834

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Notes, Explanatory and Practical, on the Epistle to the Romans

Albert Barnes ⬩ 1848

Preface and introduction to Albert Barnes' Notes on Romans (1848). A concise, accessible commentary for Bible-classes and Sunday-schools, discussing authorship, date, audience, and purpose.

Questions on the Epistle to the Romans, Designed for Bible Classes and Sunday Schools

Albert Barnes ⬩ 1856

Albert Barnes' question-based study guide for teaching the Epistle to the Romans in Bible classes and Sunday-schools; includes prefatory notes and detailed questions on Romans ch.1.

Notes, Explanatory and Practical, on Acts of the Apostles

Albert Barnes ⬩ 1856

Barnes' introduction to Acts: Luke's authorship (c. AD 63); Acts presented as the Holy Spirit–driven history of the early church, its organization, preaching, and revivals.

The Scriptural Argument for Episcopacy Examined: First Published in the Quarterly Christian Spectator for March, 1834, and March, 1835

Albert Barnes ⬩ 1835

Argues Episcopal claims must be tested by Scripture rather than patristic authority. Critiques appeals to the fathers and narrows the controversy to scriptural evidence.

The Connexion of Temperance with Republican Freedom: An Oration

Albert Barnes ⬩ 1835

Albert Barnes' 1835 4th of July oration links temperance to republican liberty, warning that intemperance undermines national virtue, self-government, and prosperity.

The Literature and Science of America: An Address Before the Association of the Alumni of Hamilton College, Delivered July 27, 1836

Albert Barnes ⬩ 1836

Discourses on the Sabbath

Albert Barnes ⬩ 1836

Discourses defending the moral obligation to observe the Christian Sabbath. Argues the Sabbath springs from human nature, distinguishes Jewish and Christian observance, and urges civil protection.

Introductory Essay to Robert Philip, The Young Man’s Closet Library

Albert Barnes ⬩ 1836

Introduction urging Christian moral and civic formation of young men. Warns against taverns, speculation, and scepticism; advocates virtue, industry, and religious influence.

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Questions on the Historical Books of the New Testament, Designed for Bible Classes and Sunday Schools

Development of the Christian Character

Reasons Why the Christian Character Should Be Developed

The Works of Lord Bacon

American Enterprise: Or, Christianity Adapted to the Active Powers of American Youth: A Discourse

Introductory Essay to Joseph Butler, The Analogy of Religion, Natural and Revealed

The Rule of Christianity, in Regard to Conformity to the World: A Sermon

Prayers for the Use of Families, Chiefly Selected from Various Authors; With a Preliminary Essay; Together With a Selection of Hymns

January 3, 1834 Letter to Amos Augustus Phelps

The Immorality of the Traffic in Ardent Spirits: A Discourse, Delivered … April 13, 1834

The Power of Holiness in the Christian Ministry: A Discourse

Notes, Explanatory and Practical, on the Epistle to the Romans

Notes, Explanatory and Practical, on the Epistle to the Romans

Questions on the Epistle to the Romans, Designed for Bible Classes and Sunday Schools

Notes, Explanatory and Practical, on Acts of the Apostles

The Scriptural Argument for Episcopacy Examined: First Published in the Quarterly Christian Spectator for March, 1834, and March, 1835

The Connexion of Temperance with Republican Freedom: An Oration

The Literature and Science of America: An Address Before the Association of the Alumni of Hamilton College, Delivered July 27, 1836

Discourses on the Sabbath

Introductory Essay to Robert Philip, The Young Man’s Closet Library

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