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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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A Sermon, Delivered at the Consecration of the New Brick Church in Hartford, Dec. 3, 1807

Nathan Strong’s 1807 consecration sermon (Psalm 93:5) affirms that holiness befits God’s house, explains Christian holiness, urges reverent worship, and recounts the church’s local history.

Nathan Strong ⬩ 1807

A Sermon, Delivered at Hartford, January 6, 1807, at the Funeral of the Rev. James Cogswell, D.D., Late Pastor of the Church in Scotland, in the Town of Windham

Funeral sermon on Genesis 15:15 about the blessing of a good old age and being 'gathered to thy fathers in peace.' Calls for holy living, readiness for death, and hope in Christ.

Nathan Strong ⬩ 1807

A Sermon, Preached January 3rd, 1804, at the Funeral of the Rev. Charles Backus, D.D.

Funeral sermon (1804) by Nathan Strong for Rev. Charles Backus, expounding Psalm 23:4. Affirms that Christ's presence and righteousness remove fear of death and supply pastoral comfort.

Nathan Strong ⬩ 1804

A Sermon, at the Ordination of the Rev. Thomas Robbins, Appointed a Missionary to the County of Trumbull, in the State of Ohio; …, June 19th, 1803

Ordination sermon on the Great Commission (Matt. 28), urging ministers and all Christians to spread the gospel worldwide, support missions, and trust Christ’s abiding presence.

Nathan Strong ⬩ 1803

The Connecticut Evangelical Magazine, Vol. 7

Excerpt from the Connecticut Evangelical Magazine (1806) on attempts to Christianize Native Americans, Puritan church polity, congregationalism, synods, and missionary efforts.

Nathan Strong ⬩ 1806

The Connecticut Evangelical Magazine, Vol. 6

1805 missionary sermon urging conversion of Gentiles: outlines human sin, proclaims Christ's atonement and resurrection, and calls for faith, repentance, and benevolent Christian living.

Nathan Strong ⬩ 1805

The Connecticut Evangelical Magazine, Vol. 5

Preface and missionary sermon (1804) promoting support for missions and reflecting on Abraham's faith and the 'day of Christ' as hope and motive for Christian obedience.

Nathan Strong ⬩ 1804

The Connecticut Evangelical Magazine, Vol. 4

Preface to the Connecticut Evangelical Magazine (Vol. IV, 1803–04) stating editorial aims, fundraising for a missionary fund, and historical accounts of English and New‑England efforts to Christianize Indians.

Nathan Strong ⬩ 1803

The Connecticut Evangelical Magazine, Vol. 3

Account of 17th-century missionary efforts by Thomas and John Mayhew to Christianize Native Americans on Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket, detailing conversions, language work, and pastoral labors.

Nathan Strong ⬩ 1802

The Connecticut Evangelical Magazine, Vol. 2

Connecticut Evangelical Magazine (1801–02) urging vital Christianity and missions to new settlements and the heathen; includes essays on the Holy Spirit's communion and human probation.

Nathan Strong ⬩ 1801

On the Universal Spread of the Gospel: A Sermon, Delivered January 4th, The First Sabbath of the Nineteenth Century of the Christian Era

Sermon arguing that Scripture and Providence show the gospel will ultimately fill the earth; prophetic fulfillment and historical signs prepare for a universal spread despite opposition.

Nathan Strong ⬩ 1801

The New Theology

Critical examination of the 'New Theology' arguing its immanence and evolutionary progressivism erode traditional doctrines—atonement, revelation, and judgment—favoring universal Fatherhood.

Givens Brown Strickler ⬩ 1900

Presbyterian Doctrines

Givens Brown Strickler ⬩ 1900

The Scriptural Authority for the Presbyterian System

1899 proceedings of the 7th General Council (Alliance of Reformed Churches) arguing the scriptural basis for Presbyterian polity: elders as rulers, plurality, election, and presbytery.

Givens Brown Strickler ⬩ 1899

Our Loss

Funeral address for Robert L. Dabney (1820–1898), praising his gifts as teacher, theologian, and preacher. Mourns the loss while urging gratitude and trust in Christ.

Givens Brown Strickler ⬩ 1899

The Nature, Value, and Special Utility of the Catechisms

Examines the catechetical method—its biblical basis, history from Israel through the early church and Reformation to Westminster, and its value for accurate formative instruction.

Givens Brown Strickler ⬩ 1897

The Bible and Science

Selections from Union Seminary Magazine (Mar–Apr 1897) urging missionary zeal, defending the Bible's harmony with science (esp. Genesis), and critiquing misuse of sermon texts.

Givens Brown Strickler ⬩ 1897

Consecration

An appeal to total consecration (romans-12:1): offer bodies, souls, time and possessions as a living, holy, cheerful sacrifice. Doctrines ground duties and promise rich blessing.

Givens Brown Strickler ⬩ 1896

The Children of the Covenant

Affirms Presbyterian care for children—catechesis, covenant baptism, and parental consecration—keeping them within the Church. Grounded in the Abrahamic covenant, Acts 2, and Christ blessing children.

Givens Brown Strickler ⬩ 1888

A Pastor’s Valedictory: A Selection of Early Sermons

Preface and sermon from Joseph B. Stratton's Pastor's Valedictory, arguing Christ's kingship: Messiah and true King, distinct from earthly thrones and grounded in Scripture.

Joseph Buck Stratton, Sr. ⬩ 1899

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