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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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On Attending the Public Worship of God

A sermon (Eccles. 5:1) urging reverent, prepared attendance at public worship. Warns against thoughtless motives and distracted hearing, and urges humility, application, and viewing preaching as God's word.
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A Plea for Juster Views of Puritanism

A defense of Puritanism as a broad, noble movement rooted in Scripture and reform rather than narrow fanaticism. Urges students to study its history and distinguish essentials from excesses.
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Nathan Lewis Rice, D.D.

Necrological biography of Nathan L. Rice (1807–1877), Presbyterian minister, educator, seminary professor and Moderator, recounting his ministry, writings, debates and peaceful death.
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Immortality of the Soul and Destiny of the Wicked

A Presbyterian apologetic defending the soul's immortality and eternal punishment of the wicked, refuting annihilationism and materialism and outlining theological consequences.
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Sermon on the Death of Abraham Lincoln

Funeral sermon (Apr 19, 1865) on Psalm 46:10 reflecting on Lincoln's assassination, God's providence, judgment and mercy, urging national mourning, repentance and trust in God.
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The Origin and History of the Sabbath

1862 essays on Sabbath history, authority, duties, benefits and civil relations. Describes the New York Sabbath Committee's campaign using pulpit, press, and law to restore Sunday observance.
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Our Country and the Church

Sermon urging national repentance: righteousness exalts a nation. Ministers should call for reformation rather than mere patriotism, warning that sin brings divine judgment.
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