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.
A Narrative of the State of Religion, Within the Bounds of the General Assembly, of the Presbyterian Church
1814 General Assembly report on the state of religion: widespread revivals, missions and Bible societies, seminary needs, and moral decline in parts of the country.
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Address of the Board of Missions on the Subject of Auxiliary Missionary Societies and Missionary Associations
1816 Board of Missions address urging formation of auxiliary societies to fund and supply missionaries to evangelize frontier settlements, Native Americans, and African Americans.
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An Essay on the Inability of Sinners (1818)
Contends unregenerate sinners cannot repent, believe, or obey God’s law without sovereign grace; regeneration imparts new power for true spiritual obedience. Critiques claims of "full ability."
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A Word to the Rev. J.R. Willson
Explores baptism’s purposes (public dedication and witness), outlines essential qualifications for the ministry, and reports on the state of religion and the General Assembly.
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Brief Thoughts on Baptism
Argues that humanity inherits Adam’s guilt and defends the ongoing, apostolic practice of water baptism—Christ’s commission requires its continuance.
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Dr. Watts His Own Advocate
Discussion of the uses of baptism—especially infant baptism—arguing baptism is not regeneration and critiquing extremes. Also notes Dr. Watts’ hymns and the Trinity controversy.
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On the Importance and Practical Influence of Revealed Truth
Defends revealed truth: reason can know God and revelation supplies saving certainty. Affirms unity of core Christian doctrines and that true creed is necessary for holiness.
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A Review of A Synopsis of Didactic Theology
Argues that pastors and lay elders hold church government, citing Rom. 12:6–8. Reviews a synopsis of didactic theology, critiquing treatments of the Trinity and Christ’s Sonship.
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An Answer to the Two Queries Proposed by Discipulus
Teaches duties to God: genuine faith, praying in Christ’s name, and thanksgiving. Answers that the Lord’s Prayer implies forgiveness rests on Christ’s atoning sacrifice.
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Pastoral Letter
Synod of Philadelphia pastoral letter (1822) urging revival: fasting, humiliation, prayer, and reliance on the Holy Spirit; promotes missions, Sabbath schools, and theological education.
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Review of Hodge’s Dissertation
Argues pastors and lay elders rule the church (Rom.12:6–8). Reviews Charles Hodge’s call for rigorous biblical criticism, original-language study, and careful interpretation.
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Thoughts on the Past, Present and Future Condition of the Jews
Reflection on Israel’s past privileges, present dispersion and unbelief, and promised future restoration through conversion. Urges prayer and mission for Jewish return (Rom. 11).
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Letters on the Atonement
1827 letters contrasting the Old (definite/limited) and New (indefinite) School atonement views. Argues for a definite atonement—Christ died for the elect—grounded in Scripture.
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Papers Read Before the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church, on Resigning His Office as Professor of Theology in the Western Theological Seminary
Professor J.J. Janeway presents his reasons to the General Assembly for resigning from Western Theological Seminary, citing a defective land title, institutional conflict, cost of living, and integrity.
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The Fall of Man and Its Effects
Jacob J. Janeway examines Adam’s fall, its effects, and the doctrine of original sin and imputation, defending federal headship and covenantal responsibility against Pelagian views.
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The Scriptural Doctrine of the Atonement (1835)
Defends the definite (particular) atonement: Christ as substitute charged with believers’ sins and satisfying divine justice, refuting the indefinite atonement view.
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An Exposition of a Portion of the Epistle to the Romans, in the Form of Questions and Answers Designed for Sabbath School and Bible Classes
Catechetical Q&A exposition of Romans (esp. ch.1) for Sabbath-school and Bible classes, explaining doctrine and practical duties for youth in clear, teachable lessons.
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An Exposition of a Portion of the Epistle to the Hebrews, in the Form of Questions and Answers Designed for Sabbath School and Bible Classes
Catechetical Q&A exposition of Hebrews for Sabbath schools and Bible classes, teaching Christ’s person, priesthood, covenant, superiority to angels, and practical exhortations.
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Unlawful Marriage
1844 pamphlet arguing that marriage to a deceased wife's sister is unlawful, defending Leviticus 18:18 and established church canons while critiquing Puritan and liberal interpretations.
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