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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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The Story of Marcus Whitman; Early Protestant Missions in the Northwest

Account of Marcus Whitman and early Protestant missions in Oregon: their evangelistic work, conflicts (Whitman Massacre), and role in settling the territory for the United States.

James Geddes Craighead ⬩ 1895

Death of Rev. Dr. Craighead

1895

Give Me Thine Heart

Critiques Christian Science and faith-healing as presumptuous and unproven; lauds the Shorter Catechism's aim to 'glorify God'; brief report on Fort Thomas hospital visit.

Charles Edmiston Craven ⬩ 1898

Sermon Preached in Memoriam of Col. Isaac M. Tucker

Funeral sermon and lodge oration commemorating Col. Isaac M. Tucker, who fell at Gaines' Mill (June 27, 1862). Praises his courage and Christian character and exhorts duty to country.

Elijah Richardson Craven ⬩ 1862

The Religious Defect of the Constitution of the United States

Argues the U.S. Constitution is defective for failing to recognize God's sovereignty, examining oaths, the Sunday proviso, and the Convention's prayer practices.

Elijah Richardson Craven ⬩ 1873

Historical Sermon Delivered on the Fiftieth Anniversary of the Organization of the Third Presbyterian Church

Historical sermon (June 14, 1874) for the 50th anniversary of Newark's Third Presbyterian Church, tracing its Puritan origins, township founding (1666), and church–state relations.

Elijah Richardson Craven ⬩ 1874

The Inductive Sciences of Nature and the Bible

Argues for an inductive science of Scripture analogous to that of nature, defending biblical inspiration against higher criticism and examining Genesis' language (e.g., 'day').

Elijah Richardson Craven ⬩ 1877

The Coming of the Lord in Its Relations to Christian Doctrine

Argues the premillennial Advent is compatible with the Holy Spirit's ongoing work in regeneration. Defends premillennial hope as a driving incentive for missionary zeal.

Elijah Richardson Craven ⬩ 1879

Revised Book of Discipline

Examines Christ’s teaching on the Sabbath and Sabbath healings and their bearing on Christian work. Summarizes proposed revisions to the Presbyterian Book of Discipline.

Elijah Richardson Craven ⬩ 1883

The Constitution of the Presbyterian Church in the United States of America — What It is, and the Mode of Amending it

Argues theology must be theocentric (Christ central because He is God) and examines the nature and limits of the Presbyterian 'Constitution', affirming Scripture as the church's ultimate rule.

Elijah Richardson Craven ⬩ 1887

The Message to the Seven Churches of Asia

Theological and historical exposition of the seven churches in Revelation, examining their local context, symbols, messages, and lessons for the universal Church.

Thomas Murphy, Elijah Richardson Craven ⬩ 1895

The Presbytery of the Log College: Or, The Cradle of the Presbyterian Church in America

Preface and introduction to an 1889 history of the Presbytery of the Log College, tracing its providential role, formative periods, and the Log College's ministerial training.

Thomas Murphy ⬩ 1889

Pastoral Theology

Thomas Murphy's 1877 pastoral theology manual outlining practical pastoral duties: personal piety, study, preaching, visitation, church work, Sabbath-school, and benevolence.

Thomas Murphy ⬩ 1877

One Hundred Years of the Presbyterian Church of Frankford

Account of the 1870 centennial celebration and historical sketch of the Presbyterian Church of Frankford compiled by Rev. Thomas Murphy; includes addresses, music, and reminiscences.

Thomas Murphy ⬩ 1872

Duties of the Church Members to the Church

Outline of church members' duties: pray for the church, attend and support worship, bring others in, promote peace and unity, guard the church's good name, and uphold the pastor.

Thomas Murphy ⬩ 1878

People and Pastor: Duties Involved in the Important Relation

Advice to church members on supporting and selecting pastors: pray for them, cooperate, guard their time and reputation, and choose godly ministers.

Thomas Murphy ⬩ 1887

The Old Log College Celebration

Thomas Murphy ⬩ 1889

The Scotch-Irish Race Among the Nations

Proceedings of the 1891 Scotch-Irish Congress (Louisville) with addresses on Scotch-Irish history, persecutions, faith, and their influence on American government.

Thomas Murphy ⬩ 1891

The Structure of the Messages to the Seven Churches

Examines Christ’s testimony to the Old Testament and analyzes the seven churches in Revelation, emphasizing the recurring symbolism of seven as covenant and atonement.

Thomas Murphy ⬩ 1892

A Sermon, on Creeds & Confessions

1826 sermon defending creeds and confessions; argues church officers have authority to establish doctrinal standards and require assent to preserve unity and purity.

Samuel Wylie Crawford ⬩ 1827

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