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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 Influence of the Reformation on the American Revolution

Defends Israel’s conquest of Canaan as divinely authorized and affirms God’s sovereignty. Traces how the Reformation, through Scripture and education, fostered liberty influencing the American Revolution.

John Holt Rice ⬩ 1824

The Virginia Evangelical and Literary Magazine, Vol. 7

Article defending the Israelite conquest of Canaan, arguing God's sovereign right and the patriarchs' occupancy claims as justification. Engages Genesis texts and apologetic responses.

John Holt Rice ⬩ 1824

The Virginia Evangelical and Literary Magazine, Vol. 8

1825 Literary & Evangelical Magazine index and an address to the Hampden‑Sydney Literary & Philosophical Society urging Virginia to advance education by founding colleges, libraries, and scientific societies.

John Holt Rice ⬩ 1825

The Virginia Evangelical and Literary Magazine, Vol. 9

1826 magazine rebuttal of Robert Owen: defends moral accountability to God, argues sin—not mere 'notions' or ignorance—causes human misery, and critiques Owen's rationalist schemes.

John Holt Rice ⬩ 1826

Theological Seminary in Prince Edward

Rebuttal of Mr. Owen, debate over General Assembly procedure, and report on the Theological Seminary in Prince Edward—its independence, finances, staffing, and presbytery proceedings.

John Holt Rice ⬩ 1826

Education for the Gospel Ministry

Affirms God’s immutability as a central divine attribute and argues for the scriptural warrant of educating young men for the Gospel ministry, endorsing seminaries and support.

John Holt Rice ⬩ 1827

Review of the “Doctrines of the Church Vindicated from the Misrepresentations of Dr. John Rice”

A polemical review rebuking Bishop Ravenscroft’s intemperate language and conduct in religious controversy, defending courteous disputation and citing Titus 1 on episcopal character.

John Holt Rice ⬩ 1827

The Virginia Evangelical and Literary Magazine, Vol. 10

1827 evangelical magazine index and essay arguing God's immutability: God is unchangeable, triune, and Scripture alone must guide our understanding of his attributes.

John Holt Rice ⬩ 1827

An Address, Adapted to the Monthly Concert for Prayer (Oct 1828)

An 1828 address urging unity of foreign and domestic missions, calling for prayer, funds and workers, and highlighting urgent need for English Protestant ministry in Louisiana.

John Holt Rice ⬩ 1828

The Power of Truth and Love

Sermon: Christian warfare uses spiritual, not carnal, weapons—truth and love. Advocates persuasion over coercion, defends religious liberty, and urges faithful gospel propagation.

John Holt Rice ⬩ 1828

The Virginia Evangelical and Literary Magazine, Vol. 11

1828 evangelical magazine urging Christians to trust God's providence, support foreign missions, and expect revivals. Calls believers to prayer, giving, and active evangelism.

John Holt Rice ⬩ 1828

Correspondence of the General Assembly with Foreign Churches

1829 prospectus of the Biblical Repertory for a theological quarterly to clarify Scripture, review literature, and advance missions; prints the GA’s letters to foreign churches.

John Holt Rice ⬩ 1829

High Church Principles Opposed to the Genius of Our Republican Institutions

John Holt Rice ⬩ 1829

The Glory of the Gospel

Sermon asserting the gospel’s supreme glory, permanence, and universal adaptability, supported by Scripture and Paul’s example; it blesses all peoples and classes.

John Holt Rice ⬩ 1830

Review of Professor Stuart’s Letter to William E. Channing

Review rebukes Dr. Channing’s charge that Massachusetts Orthodox suppress religious liberty; defends Scripture’s inspiration and orthodox doctrines against Unitarianism.

John Holt Rice ⬩ 1831

Historical and Philosophical Considerations on Religion

Essays arguing religion is innate and central to national character. Advocates religious liberty, critiques sectarianism and clerical power, and promotes education to preserve conscience and freedom.

John Holt Rice ⬩ 1832

Memoir of the Rev. Samuel Davies, Formerly President of the College of New Jersey (1819)

Memoir of Rev. Samuel Davies: his pious upbringing, ministry in colonial Virginia during the Great Awakening, advocacy for religious toleration, and college presidency.

John Holt Rice ⬩ 1832

April 13, 1819 Letter to Archibald Alexander (1819)

Memoir excerpt on Rev. John H. Rice detailing Presbyterian missionary expansion across Virginia, growth of missionary societies, and Rice’s rising influence after presiding over the General Assembly.

John Holt Rice ⬩ 1835

April 14, 1827 Letter to Archibald Alexander (1827)

Memoir excerpt of Rev. John H. Rice expressing anxiety over slavery’s politicization, the church’s involvement, a free Black man’s prospects, and seminary fundraising.

John Holt Rice ⬩ 1835

April 6, 1825 Letter to Archibald Alexander (1825)

Memoir of Rev. John H. Rice defending Bible Societies and the sufficiency of Scripture against a bishop’s critique; includes biographical notes and contemporary controversy.

John Holt Rice ⬩ 1835

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The Influence of the Reformation on the American Revolution

The Virginia Evangelical and Literary Magazine, Vol. 7

The Virginia Evangelical and Literary Magazine, Vol. 8

The Virginia Evangelical and Literary Magazine, Vol. 9

Theological Seminary in Prince Edward

Education for the Gospel Ministry

Review of the “Doctrines of the Church Vindicated from the Misrepresentations of Dr. John Rice”

The Virginia Evangelical and Literary Magazine, Vol. 10

An Address, Adapted to the Monthly Concert for Prayer (Oct 1828)

The Power of Truth and Love

The Virginia Evangelical and Literary Magazine, Vol. 11

Correspondence of the General Assembly with Foreign Churches

High Church Principles Opposed to the Genius of Our Republican Institutions

The Glory of the Gospel

Review of Professor Stuart’s Letter to William E. Channing

Historical and Philosophical Considerations on Religion

Memoir of the Rev. Samuel Davies, Formerly President of the College of New Jersey (1819)

April 13, 1819 Letter to Archibald Alexander (1819)

April 14, 1827 Letter to Archibald Alexander (1827)

April 6, 1825 Letter to Archibald Alexander (1825)

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