Biblical and Theological Studies
Collection of Benjamin B. Warfield essays on biblical theology: Trinity, Christology, predestination, faith, and supernaturalism, with a biographical foreword and sermons.
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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.
Biblical and Theological Studies
Is the Shorter Catechism Worthwhile? (1909)
The Shorter Catechism, though hard to learn, is essential for grounding true religion and forming godly adults. The piece also offers practical notes on a church library’s procedures.
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B.B. Warfield on Women Deacons
Examines B. B. Warfield’s defense of women serving as deacons (deaconesses), using biblical, historical, and Presbyterian committee arguments.
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Ministerial Relief
Reports on global mission presses and accounts of home and foreign missions. Urges endowment and thankofferings for the Board of Relief to sustain retired ministers and missions.
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Benjamin Morgan Palmer, D.D., LL.D.
Examines the ‘Adamic’ principle (parental, realistic, federal views of Adam’s relation to humanity) and memorializes Presbyterian leader Benjamin M. Palmer.
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Western Theological Seminary Address Delivered on the Occasion of the Laying of the Corner-Stone of Memorial Hall, a New Dormitory, North Side, Pittsburgh
Address at Western Theological Seminary cornerstone (1911) commending fine buildings, unwavering Calvinist doctrine, practical ministerial training, and missionary zeal.
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Princeton in Its Early Environment and Work
Centennial address recounting Princeton Theological Seminary’s founding, early faculty (Alexander, Miller, Hodge), its Calvinist identity, curriculum and influence on Presbyterian ministry.
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June 27, 1857 Letter to James Weston Miller (1857)
Two historical articles: Confederate Post Office administration and early Presbyterianism in Texas. Focuses on Rev. J. W. Miller and Austin College’s 1857 leadership, finances, and correspondence.
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November 23, 1857 Letter to James Weston Miller (1857)
Southwestern Historical Quarterly (1915) articles on Confederate Post Office administration and early Presbyterianism in Texas, featuring Rev. James W. Miller’s biography and correspondence.
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August 20, 1776 Letter to Robert Alison (1776)
Pennypacker’s 1904 University Day oration honors George Washington; the issue also prints a 1776 letter from Rev. Francis Alison on drafting a constitution and militia affairs.
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An Argument Against the Union of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church and the Presbyterian Church in the United States of America
Argument opposing a union clause allowing separate presbyteries/synods by race; urges church unity, equality, and faithful witness to Christ.
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The Logic of Woman Suffrage
August 1915 issue of The Crisis presents a symposium of Black leaders arguing for women’s suffrage, linking the ballot to democratic consent, Christian equality, and civic progress.
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Valiant Men and Free
1934 Opportunity editorial condemns the Scottsboro verdicts and Southern racial injustice, urging churches and citizens to uphold Christian justice and organize Negro workers for reform.
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Communications
Reexamines claims that Northern abolitionism produced Southern pro-slavery defenses. Includes letters verifying Elizabeth Keckley, James Wormley, and Frederick Douglass’ official roles.
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A Summary of Christian Doctrine (1875)
Concise summary of Christian doctrine defending the reality of mind and God’s existence, presenting cosmological, teleological, and moral arguments with scriptural appeals.
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Fundamental Christianity (1926)
Defends a theistic view of Christianity against modernist skepticism, examining origins of belief in God, truth, revelation, and the distinction between believing in Christ and in God.
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Lectures on Moral Philosophy (1810)
Introduction to John Witherspoon: Scottish Presbyterian minister, Princeton president, moral philosopher, and patriot whose teaching shaped early American education, church, and the Revolution.
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President Witherspoon: A Biography, Vol. 2
Volume 2 biography of John Witherspoon: his 1776–1782 congressional service, committee leadership, debates on the Articles of Confederation, defense of small states, and foreign policy.
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