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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.

The Christian Advocate, Vol. 1

Introduction to The Christian Advocate (1823): a Presbyterian-run but broadly Protestant monthly promoting evangelical learning, literary quality, contributor pay, and support for Christian charities.

The Christian Advocate, Vol. 3

Argues against a ‘national’ church or periodical, defends denominational diversity, endorses Bible societies, and warns of anti‑Christian alliances. New‑Year note urges moderation.

The Christian Duty of Christian Women

Sermon on Mary’s anointing (Mark 14:8): women should imitate her devoted, sacrificial love and generosity, yet observe biblical limits on public roles and ministry.

The Christian Advocate, Vol. 5

1829 Christian Advocate: preface, index, and a lecture on the Shorter Catechism explaining Exodus 20:2 as the Preface to the Ten Commandments and urging personal obedience.

The Efficacy of Divine Truth (1826)

Sermon asserting that the entrance of God’s Word enlightens the mind and sanctifies the heart; Scripture, preaching, and the Holy Spirit bring repentance and renewal.

Lectures on the Shorter Catechism, Volume 1

Preface and contents of Ashbel Green’s 1829 Lectures on the Shorter Catechism, addressed to youth; Calvinistic catechetical instruction with practical devotional application.

The Christian Advocate, Vol. 7

Preface/index of The Christian Advocate (1829) and a Lecture on the Shorter Catechism explaining the Preface to the Ten Commandments (Exod. 20:2) and the obligation to obey God.

Preface to Charles Buck’s Anecdotes

Preface to Charles Buck’s Anecdotes: an alphabetical collection of religious and moral stories offering instruction and entertainment for young readers and travelers (1831).

Questions and Counsel for Young Converts

Reformed catechism instructing young communicants on original sin, the covenants, and the sacraments (baptism and the Lord’s Supper) and their proper reception.

April 10, 1832 Letter to William B. Sprague

Account of religious revivals in late-18th/early-19th-century America, focusing on Nassau Hall (College of New Jersey) and pastoral experience. Notes revival methods, awakenings, and abuses to avoid.

Address at the Funeral of Rev. Ezra Fisk

Lecture on the Shorter Catechism (sixth petition): God tests but does not tempt (Genesis 22; James 1). Also contains the obituary and funeral address for Rev. Ezra Fisk, D.D.

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