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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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Rabbah Taken: Or, The Theological System of Rev. Alexander Campbell, Examined and Refuted

1844 polemic by R. W. Landis critically examining Alexander Campbell's system—challenging his views on baptism, faith, conversion, justification, regeneration, and his New Testament version.

Robert Wharton Landis ⬩ 1844

A Plea for the Catholic Doctrine of the Trinity

19th-century apologetic arguing for the Trinity: affirms the personality and deity of the Holy Spirit and Christ, rebutting Unitarian objections with scriptural and historical evidence.

Robert Wharton Landis ⬩ 1832

The Old Testament in Light of Modern Scholarship: Inauguration of the Rev. Joseph J. Lampe, D.D., Ph.D. as Professor of Old Testament Literature and Exegesis

Inaugural address defending the Old Testament against higher criticism, urging rigorous textual, paleographic and archaeological study to confirm its historicity and inspiration.

Joseph Joachim Lampe ⬩ 1896

Some of Dr. Charles A. Briggs’ Views, Published Since His Suspension by the General Assembly

A Presbyterian critique of Dr. Charles A. Briggs after his 1893 suspension, contrasting his modernist/historical-critical claims with orthodox doctrines of Scripture, authority, and inspiration.

Joseph Joachim Lampe ⬩ 1893

Presbyterian Church in the United States of America, against the Rev. Charles A. Briggs, D.D.: Argument of the Rev. Joseph J. Lampe, D.D.

Presbytery of New York prosecutes Rev. Charles A. Briggs for alleged heresy. The argument defends confessional subscription and church discipline, criticizing higher criticism as undermining faith.

Joseph Joachim Lampe ⬩ 1890

A Discourse on the Witnessing of the Holy Spirit, in Regard to the Divine Adoption of True Believers

Laird explains that the Holy Spirit testifies to believers' divine adoption by producing faith and Christian graces, grounding assurance in Scripture rather than miraculous signs.

Robert MacMordie Laird ⬩ 1831

On Our Duties to God

An 1822 essay urging wholehearted belief in God's existence and providence, faithful worship and prayer, calm resignation to His will, and devoted service to promote God's glory.

Robert MacMordie Laird ⬩ 1822

William Sterling Lacy: Memorial, Addresses, Sermons

Memorial and collected addresses and sermons of William S. Lacy, blending biography, devotional pieces, hymns, and sermons on ordination, communion, thanksgiving, and Christian life.

James Power Smith ⬩ 1900

Style in Pulpit Discourse

Reviews Kipling; urges ministers to perfect pulpit style, diction, and delivery; reports Spence Library's holding of the 1774 Hanover petition on religious liberty.

William Sterling Lacy ⬩ 1899

Benjamin Mosby Smith

Historical sketch of Union Theological Seminary with a biographical profile of Benjamin M. Smith—his ministry, teaching, writings, and influence on theological education.

William Sterling Lacy ⬩ 1898

Reminiscences of Jacob Henry Smith

Memorial biography and tributes for Rev. J. Henry Smith (1820–1897), longtime Presbyterian pastor of Greensboro, detailing his life, ministry, death, funeral, and remembrances.

William Sterling Lacy ⬩ 1898

In Memoriam: J. Henry Smith

Memorial and concise biography of Rev. J. Henry Smith (1820–1897), longtime pastor of First Presbyterian Church in Greensboro. Records his life, death, funeral, tributes, and memorials.

Robert Lewis Dabney, William Sterling Lacy, Walter William Moore, Peyton Harrison Hoge, William Parsons McCorkle ⬩ 1898

Historical Address Delivered on the Occasion of the Centennial of Buffalo Church

Centennial address chronicling Buffalo Presbyterian Church's origins, ministers, Scottish-Irish settlement, and revival-era growth in North Carolina.

William Sterling Lacy ⬩ 1897

Isaac Watts

A plea for prayer and the conversion of youths in schools and colleges. Biographical sketch of Isaac Watts, his hymn writing, psalm translations, and lasting influence on English hymnody.

William Sterling Lacy ⬩ 1896

The Psalms of David, With a Selection of Standard Music, Appropriately Arranged According the Sentiment of Each Psalm or Portion of Psalm

A 19th-century Psalter pairing each Psalm with a musical tune for congregational singing. Preface explains the selections, harmonies, and intent to improve public worship music.

William Wallace Keys, William Skinner Rentoul ⬩ 1865

The Psalms of David, With a Selection of Standard Music, Appropriately Arranged According the Sentiment of Each Psalm or Portion of Psalm

19th-century Psalm-book for congregational singing, printing music with each Psalm. Preface explains editorial aims, musical selections, and benefits for public worship.

William Wallace Keys, William Skinner Rentoul ⬩ 1864

Hon R.M.T. Hunter, Post-Bellum Mortality Among Confederates: Address Delivered Before the Confederate Survivors’ Association … August 2nd 1887

1887 address by Col. Charles C. Jones Jr. on rising post–Civil War mortality among Confederate leaders and veterans; urges preserving Southern memory and teaching future generations.

Charles Colcock Jones, Jr. ⬩ 1887

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Rabbah Taken: Or, The Theological System of Rev. Alexander Campbell, Examined and Refuted

A Plea for the Catholic Doctrine of the Trinity

The Old Testament in Light of Modern Scholarship: Inauguration of the Rev. Joseph J. Lampe, D.D., Ph.D. as Professor of Old Testament Literature and Exegesis

Some of Dr. Charles A. Briggs’ Views, Published Since His Suspension by the General Assembly

Presbyterian Church in the United States of America, against the Rev. Charles A. Briggs, D.D.: Argument of the Rev. Joseph J. Lampe, D.D.

A Discourse on the Witnessing of the Holy Spirit, in Regard to the Divine Adoption of True Believers

On Our Duties to God

William Sterling Lacy: Memorial, Addresses, Sermons

Style in Pulpit Discourse

Benjamin Mosby Smith

Reminiscences of Jacob Henry Smith

In Memoriam: J. Henry Smith

Historical Address Delivered on the Occasion of the Centennial of Buffalo Church

Isaac Watts

The Psalms of David, With a Selection of Standard Music, Appropriately Arranged According the Sentiment of Each Psalm or Portion of Psalm

The Psalms of David, With a Selection of Standard Music, Appropriately Arranged According the Sentiment of Each Psalm or Portion of Psalm

Humiliation for Sin a Preparation for Enjoying Divine Favor

The Baccalaureate Address, Delivered on Commencement Day of Washington College, Lexington, Va., July 3rd, 1852

Ebenezer: A Memorial of the Semi-Centenary of the Pastorate of the Rev. James Linn

Hon R.M.T. Hunter, Post-Bellum Mortality Among Confederates: Address Delivered Before the Confederate Survivors’ Association … August 2nd 1887

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