The Comings of Our Lord
Examines the various senses of Christ’s ‘comings’—spiritual, providential, and final—arguing Scripture speaks of multiple advents and engaging premillennial claims.
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The Comings of Our Lord
The General Assembly — New Orleans — 1898
Discusses biblical inspiration and reports the 1898 General Assembly in New Orleans—noting unity, conservative decisions, and Dr. B. M. Palmer’s solemn sermon from Genesis 22:8.
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Address on Behalf of the American and Foreign Christian Union
Rev. William Aikman’s 1860 address warns that Papal power obstructs the Gospel worldwide and urges Protestant churches to intensify missionary efforts to reclaim Romanized regions.
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The Future of the Colored Race in America
1863 essay: the Civil War springs from slavery; emancipation and Lincoln’s policy have shifted public sentiment, making abolition acceptable and promising freedom.
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Government and Administration
Sermon (July 1863) applying Romans 13:1–5 to urge obedience to civil authorities, arguing government and its administration are ordained by God and necessary for social order.
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The Moral Power of the Sea
Argues the sea’s commerce unites nations, spreading both vice and gospel. Explores commerce’s impact on colonies, missions, and the moral care of seamen.
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Life at Home: Or, The Family and Its Members
Practical sermons on the Christian family: God’s design for marriage, duties of husbands, wives, parents and children, and the necessity of family worship and the household altar.
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A Powder-Mill Explosion
An intro on studying sociology followed by an eyewitness account of a Brandywine powder‑mill explosion, describing Dupont mills, safety measures, blast effects and aftermath.
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Heavenly Recognitions
A devotional essay arguing the Bible supports recognition and reunion with loved ones in heaven, showing memory, fellowship, and resumed relationships after the resurrection.
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A Bachelor’s Talks About Married Life and Things Adjacent
Practical essays on married life and the home, celebrating warm, hospitable family life and family worship while critiquing cold, duty-only households and neglectful parenting.
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God Shall Wipe Away All Tears from Their Eyes
Devotional reflection on ‘Blessed are they that mourn’ (Matt. 5), portraying Christ as the sympathizing Savior who gives present rest and will one day wipe away all tears (Rev. 21).
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The Duty of a Christian Minister Explained and Enforced
1820 installation sermon urging ministers to preach Jesus Christ crucified, exemplify holy living, and faithfully perform pastoral duties of preaching, counsel, and care.
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A Sermon, Preached January 3, 1821, at the Interment of the Rev. Joseph Lathrop
Funeral sermon for Rev. Joseph Lathrop by W. B. Sprague, reflecting on Elijah/Elisha, mourning the loss, pastoral legacy, and consolation in the resurrection.
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A Sermon, Preached May 15, 1821, at the Interment of Mrs. Elizabeth Lathrop, Relict of the Rev. Joseph Lathrop
Funeral sermon on Job 14:10 reflecting on human mortality, the giving up of the ghost, the soul’s separate existence after death, and biblical consolation for the bereaved.
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The Tribute of a Mourning Husband
Funeral sermon by W. B. Sprague on his wife’s burial, meditating on the bitterness of bereavement, the comforting providence of God, and pastoral exhortations to spiritual readiness.
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Letters on Practical Subjects, from a Clergyman of New-England, to His Daughter
A New-England clergyman’s letters to his motherless daughter offering moral, practical guidance on education, friendships, self-government, and practical religion for young women.
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A Sermon Delivered at the Ordination of the Reverend Wales Tileston
Sermon at Wales Tileston’s 1825 ordination expounding Isaiah 63:1: Christ ‘travelling in the greatness of his strength.’ Argues the risen Messiah advances his kingdom by the gospel, ministry, and revivals.
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An Historical Discourse, Delivered at West Springfield, December 2, 1824 (Thanksgiving Sermon)
A historical discourse (Deut. 32:7) urging remembrance of past generations to see God’s providence, awaken gratitude and responsibility, and recounting early Springfield church and town history.
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