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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.
The Christian’s, Scholar’s, and Farmer’s Magazine, Vol. 1, No. 1
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Preface to the April–May 1789 Christian’s, Scholar’s, and Farmer’s Magazine promoting religion, science, letters, and agriculture. Includes natural theology arguing from creation for God’s existence.
The Christian’s, Scholar’s, and Farmer’s Magazine, Vol. 1, No. 2
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Essay argues that natural theology proves God's existence and attributes, prescribing duties and virtues. Discusses the will, moral philosophy, and winds/creation as evidence of divine wisdom.
The Christian’s, Scholar’s, and Farmer’s Magazine, Vol. 1, No. 3
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Essays from an 18th‑century magazine on moral philosophy and practical policy—virtues, prudence, and counsel for happiness—and a natural‑theology argument for God’s goodness from light.
The Christian’s, Scholar’s, and Farmer’s Magazine, Vol. 1, No. 4
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1789 magazine essays argue that human duties derive from the law of nature and that the earth's form and order (physico-theology) reveal God's wisdom.
The Christian’s, Scholar’s, and Farmer’s Magazine, Vol. 1, No. 5
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A late-18th-century devotional reflecting on Christ’s incarnation, life, death, and redemption, with New Year meditations on time, virtue, and the law of nations.
The Christian’s, Scholar’s, and Farmer’s Magazine, Vol. 1, No. 6
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Essay arguing from nature—diverse creatures and countless stars—that God's wisdom and providence are evident; followed by a survey of early church history and notable fathers.
The Christian’s, Scholar’s, and Farmer’s Magazine, Vol. 2, No. 1
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An 1790 American magazine blending natural theology, astronomy, agricultural essays, and church history. Includes physico- and astro-theology, farming guidance, and church antiquarian pieces.
The Christian’s, Scholar’s, and Farmer’s Magazine, Vol. 2, No. 2
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1790 Farmer's Magazine essays: physico- and astro-theology arguing that volcanoes, mountains and stars reveal God's wisdom and providence; plus a survey of 2nd-century church history—persecutions, rites, and fathers.
The Christian’s, Scholar’s, and Farmer’s Magazine, Vol. 2, No. 3
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Antiquarian essay explaining ancient definitions of 'Asia' (Asia Minor/Propria), the seven churches and Paul's travels, pagan spies on early Christians, and Constantine's conversion.
The Christian’s, Scholar’s, and Farmer’s Magazine, Vol. 2, No. 4
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Examines patriarchal religion and ancient sacrifices as types of Christ (Cain/Abel, Noah, Abraham/Isaac), then surveys 4th-century church heresies and councils.
The Christian’s, Scholar’s, and Farmer’s Magazine, Vol. 2, No. 5
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Reflection on Christ’s incarnation and its prophetic timing. Contrasts law and gospel, affirms redemption and urges grateful, spiritual observance of Christmas and the New Year.
The Christian’s, Scholar’s, and Farmer’s Magazine, Vol. 2, No. 6
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Argues from the heavens that celestial order proves God's wisdom and power. Surveys Mosaic law on judges, servitude, Jubilee, and humane regulations for servants and families.
May 17, 1764 Letter to the Rev. Mr. Barber
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Report of a powerful East Hampton revival: the Holy Spirit descended with intense conviction, widespread conversions of all ages, fervent prayer, and overflowing assemblies.
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