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.
Address on the Character and Services of Rev. Lewis Warner Green, D.D.
Memorial sketch of Matthew T. Scott (1828–1891) of Bloomington, Illinois. Details his lineage, education, character, public service, and personal tributes compiled for family and friends.
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Large Statements as to Present Doctrinal Opinion Within “The American Presbyterian Church”
Discusses the vital role of the church treasurer, cautions about the value of unanimity, and defends the American Presbyterian Church's fidelity to Westminster Calvinism amid revision claims.
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Willis Green Craig, D.D.
Encyclopedia of the Presbyterian Church in the United States (Northern & Southern), edited by Alfred Nevin; includes biographical sketches and historical accounts of ministers and congregations.
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Alexander Craighead
Biographical sketch of Alexander Craighead, 18th-century American Presbyterian minister active in the Great Awakening, Covenanter controversy, and frontier ministry.
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Alexander Craighead
Biographical sketch of Rev. Alexander Craighead, an 18th-century American Presbyterian minister active in the Great Awakening, presbytery disputes, and Covenanter/Reformed movements.
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The Craighead Family: A Genealogical Memoir of the Descendants of Rev. Thomas and Margaret Craighead, 1658–1876
Genealogical memoir (1658–1876) of the Craighead family tracing Scottish‑Irish origins, Presbyterian ministry, emigration to America, and involvement in church history.
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Scotch and Irish Seeds in American Soil: The Early History of the Scotch and Irish Churches, and Their Relations to the Presbyterian Church of America
History of Scotch and Irish churches and their influence on American Presbyterianism. Emphasizes Covenants, persecution, church–state conflict, and emigration.
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The Story of Marcus Whitman; Early Protestant Missions in the Northwest
Account of Marcus Whitman and early Protestant missions in Oregon: their evangelistic work, conflicts (Whitman Massacre), and role in settling the territory for the United States.
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Give Me Thine Heart
Critiques Christian Science and faith-healing as presumptuous and unproven; lauds the Shorter Catechism's aim to 'glorify God'; brief report on Fort Thomas hospital visit.
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Sermon Preached in Memoriam of Col. Isaac M. Tucker
Funeral sermon and lodge oration commemorating Col. Isaac M. Tucker, who fell at Gaines' Mill (June 27, 1862). Praises his courage and Christian character and exhorts duty to country.
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The Religious Defect of the Constitution of the United States
Argues the U.S. Constitution is defective for failing to recognize God's sovereignty, examining oaths, the Sunday proviso, and the Convention's prayer practices.
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Historical Sermon Delivered on the Fiftieth Anniversary of the Organization of the Third Presbyterian Church
Historical sermon (June 14, 1874) for the 50th anniversary of Newark's Third Presbyterian Church, tracing its Puritan origins, township founding (1666), and church–state relations.
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The Inductive Sciences of Nature and the Bible
Argues for an inductive science of Scripture analogous to that of nature, defending biblical inspiration against higher criticism and examining Genesis' language (e.g., 'day').
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The Coming of the Lord in Its Relations to Christian Doctrine
Argues the premillennial Advent is compatible with the Holy Spirit's ongoing work in regeneration. Defends premillennial hope as a driving incentive for missionary zeal.
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Revised Book of Discipline
Examines Christ’s teaching on the Sabbath and Sabbath healings and their bearing on Christian work. Summarizes proposed revisions to the Presbyterian Book of Discipline.
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The Constitution of the Presbyterian Church in the United States of America — What It is, and the Mode of Amending it
Argues theology must be theocentric (Christ central because He is God) and examines the nature and limits of the Presbyterian 'Constitution', affirming Scripture as the church's ultimate rule.
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The Presbytery of the Log College: Or, The Cradle of the Presbyterian Church in America
Preface and introduction to an 1889 history of the Presbytery of the Log College, tracing its providential role, formative periods, and the Log College's ministerial training.
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