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.
John McAuley
Comprehensive 1888 history of the Reformed Presbyterian Church in America containing ministerial biographies, congregational sketches, missions, institutions, publications, and portraits.
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Additional Reasons for Withdrawing from the Associate Synod of North America
Argues Matthew was originally Greek or Syro-Chaldaic (rejecting a double-original theory) and sets out reasons for withdrawing from the Associate Synod over alleged unconstitutional jurisdiction and discipline.
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Reasons for Withdrawing from the Communion of the Associate Synod of North America
1867 Covenanter journal addressing church-state relations: critiques of the Associate Synod's refusal to recognize Christ's civil authority, disputes over constitutional amendments and national covenanting.
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Amendment to the Constitution
1867 Covenanter pieces link Daniel's prophecies with a campaign to amend the U.S. Constitution to acknowledge God and Christ as the nation's covenant Lord. Advocates national covenanting and faithful stewardship.
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The Dominion of Christ
Maintains civil magistracy is ordained in Scripture and must discharge office in Christ's name. Christian magistracy originates in God as God of grace, via Christ and revelation.
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Christ’s Headship
1840s Reformed Presbyterian periodical debating romans 13, civil magistracy, obedience vs. non-resistance, and church–state relations. Defends Christ's mediatorial dominion and treats slavery and missions.
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Recognition in Heaven
Argues for personal recognition in heaven, using biblical incidents (Samuel at Endor, David, Transfiguration, Rich Man & Lazarus) and teaching on resurrection and immortal bodies.
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When Were the Gospels Written
Surveys the Reformed Church in America's history and identity; reports seminary lectures defending early apostolic dating of the four Gospels and includes memorial resolutions.
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Sketch of Captain Thompson McAllister, Co. A, 27th Virginia Regiment
Biographical sketch of Captain Thompson McAllister (b.1811), a Scotch‑Irish American farmer and militia officer, highlighting family, temperance commitment, and public service.
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Our Peril from the Best Seven-Day Journalism
A forceful critique arguing seven-day (Sunday) newspapers undermine Sabbath observance, demoralize society, and erode fear of God—even 'respectable' Sunday papers are harmful.
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The Political Attitude of Reformed Presbyterianism
Reformed Presbyterian political stance: loyal to rightful civil authority, committed to covenantal constitutional liberty, anti‑slavery, and principled dissent when governments defy God's law.
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Romanism, the Foe of Civil and Religious Liberty
McAllister contends Roman Catholic claims of papal infallibility and supreme magisterium undermine civil and religious liberty by subordinating Scripture to human authority.
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Poets and Poetry of the Covenant
Introduction to Poets and Poetry of the Covenant, a late-19th-century anthology celebrating Scottish Covenanter poets and martyrdom, highlighting their struggle for civil and religious liberty.
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The National Reform Movement: Its History and Principles: A Manual of Christian Civil Government
Manual of the National Reform Association urging that the U.S. explicitly acknowledge Christ in civil government. Advocates a constitutional amendment, Sabbath observance, Bible in schools, and moral reforms.
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David McAllister, D.D., LL.D.
1888 comprehensive history of the Reformed Presbyterian Church in America, including biographical sketches of ministers, congregations, missions, institutions, and publications.
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The Christian Principles of Civil Government
Semicentennial Covenanter address urging transmission of true religion and application of Christian principles to civil government; asserts the nation is accountable to God and opposes slavery.
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