To Library

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.

Browse all archives

The Little Horn

Two essays: one warns of the modern pulpit's widespread biblical ignorance; the other exegetically analyzes Daniel's 'little horn,' arguing it denotes a kingdom, not an individual, tied to Revelation.
⬩

The Conquering Kingdom

Argues against millenarianism, affirming the Visible Church as the real Kingdom of Christ sustained by Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Also cites the Nadab and Abihu incident (Lev.10).
⬩

The Premillennial Theory

Sermon urges Christians to be the light of the world (Matt 5:15). Essay outlines premillennialism: Antichrist, tribulation, Christ's return, the thousand‑year reign, resurrection and judgment.
⬩

The Millennium and the Second Advent

Debates the "two-wine" temperance theory in communion and its spread in churches; analyzes the Millennium and Second Advent, contrasting premillennial and postmillennial prophetic interpretation.
⬩

The Russian Government

Kirk argues cosmo-theistic evolution cannot account for Christ or Christianity, favoring a supernatural explanation. Vaughn exposes Russia's church–state fusion and religious oppression.
⬩

The People in Church Elections

Surveys Scripture on elders and deacons, arguing congregational election of officers and that deacons chiefly serve charitable care (not merely finances).
⬩

A Study of the Syrophoenician Woman’s Case

Critiques an Arminian plea to recognize children as church members and advance their religious education. Exegetical study of the Syrophoenician woman, highlighting her faith and Jesus' mission to Gentiles.
⬩

Sermons: Apologetic, Doctrinal, Miscellaneous

Collection of sermons defending the authority, verbal inspiration, and sufficiency of Scripture. Urges obedience to 'Search the Scriptures' and condemns prohibitions on Bible use.
⬩

Giving, An Ordinance of Worship

Argues that giving (offerings, taxes) is a divinely appointed ordinance of worship, not merely benevolence. Distinguishes ordained worship from general moral duty and cites Scripture.
⬩

February 3, 1890 Letter to Robert L. Dabney

Letters offering pastoral comfort to R. L. Dabney during severe illness, urging trust in Christ's atonement and growth of faith by looking to Christ (bridge analogy).
⬩

December 4, 1855 Letter to Robert L. Dabney

Letters offering pastoral sympathy to Robert L. Dabney after the death of his children. Reflects on Christian affliction, trust in God, and consolation in suffering.
⬩

November 20, 1855 Letter to Robert L. Dabney

Letters offering deep sympathy to Robert Lewis Dabney over the loss of his sons, meditating on intense grief and the sustaining consolation of the gospel and divine grace.
⬩

January 25, 1847 Letter to Robert L. Dabney

Excerpts from Robert L. Dabney’s life and letters detailing seminary camaraderie, missionary labors, and chronic illness; intimate correspondence reveals his character and ambitions.
⬩

October 3, 1846 Letter to Robert L. Dabney

Excerpt from Robert L. Dabney's biography describing his early ministry, illness, and an 1846 letter urging him to resist despondency and persevere in pastoral service.
⬩

More Catechism Needed

Letters urging fidelity to Westminster Standards and promotion of the Shorter Catechism for evangelism; warns against divisive labels and false profession ('Lord, Lord').
⬩

A Prayer of Praise and Petition

Dr. Cornelius Van Til's prayer at Westminster Seminary's ground-breaking praises the triune God, confesses sin, and asks God's blessing on the new building and the training of ministers.
⬩

Review of Thomas A. Harris, I’m OK — You’re OK

Van Til reviews I'm OK—You're OK, arguing transactional analysis and process theology undermine historic Christian doctrines of sin, grace, and revelation and defending creedal Christianity.
⬩

Showing 821–840 of 22,006 items

Confessional Intelligence

Search through theological documents with AI-powered semantic search.

Try:

    • Cart

    Your cart is empty.

    Shop