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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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A Discourse, Addressed to the First Presbyterian Congregation of Elizabeth, N.J., October 9, 1867, on the Occasion of the Completion of Its Second Century

Commemorative discourse (1867) by William B. Sprague on the bicentennial of First Presbyterian Church, Elizabeth, NJ, honoring past pastors and recalling the 1817 revival.

William Buell Sprague ⬩ 1867

A Discourse Commemorative of the Late Rev. John M. Krebs, D.D.

A commemorative discourse on ministerial efficiency: its sources—natural gifts, a providentially suited field, and deep piety—and its fruit in faithful preaching and conversions.

William Buell Sprague ⬩ 1867

A Discourse Delivered in the First Congregational Church in Northampton, Mass., Succeeding the Funeral of the Rev. William Allen

Funeral sermon on Psalm 91:16 offering comfort that God satisfies with long life and reveals His salvation. Includes a biographical memorial of Rev. William Allen.

William Buell Sprague ⬩ 1868

An Address Delivered on the Occasion of the Funeral of the Rev. William James, D.D. in the First Presbyterian Church, Albany on Wednesday, February 19, 1868

William Buell Sprague ⬩ 1868

Annals of the American Pulpit, Volume 9 (Lutheran, Reformed Dutch, Associate, Associate Reformed, Reformed Presbyterian)

Historical introduction to the Lutheran Church in America: its origins, key leaders (e.g., Muhlenberg), doctrines (Augsburg Confession), growth, seminaries and statistics to 1868.

William Buell Sprague ⬩ 1869

March 1, 1853 Letter to Samuel Miller, Jr. (1853)

Reminiscences of Dr. Samuel Miller: Princeton professor famed for methodical lectures, devotional preaching, paternal care for students, and urbane Christian character.

William Buell Sprague ⬩ 1869

An Address Delivered on Occasion of the Funeral of Alden March

Funeral address honoring Dr. Alden March, recounting his medical service, family devotion, and Christian character. Affirms hope in heaven, God’s providence and sanctifying grace.

William Buell Sprague ⬩ 1870

Biographical Sketches (Old School Branch)

Biographical sketches of Old School Presbyterian ministers (e.g., Ashbel Green, Archibald Alexander), detailing their education, ministry, convictions, publications, and deaths.

William Buell Sprague ⬩ 1870

August 14, 1870 Letter to J.E. Woodbridge (1870)

Record of the 1870 Edwards family memorial at Stockbridge: addresses, hymns, genealogy and resolutions honoring Jonathan Edwards, his covenant legacy, and plans for a monument.

William Buell Sprague ⬩ 1871

Introduction to Edwin L. Janes, Mementos of Rev. Edward Payson

Memoir and sermon selections of Rev. Edward Payson, highlighting his pastoral character, evangelical preaching, and doctrines of Christ, redemption, and heaven.

William Buell Sprague ⬩ 1873

The Life of Jedidiah Morse, D.D.

William Buell Sprague ⬩ 1874

History of the Pequea Presbyterian Church

1876 historical address on Pequea Presbyterian Church outlining Presbyterian origins in America, Scotch-Irish migration, early ministers (Boyd, Craighead), and 18th-century revival.

William Clarke Alexander, D.D. ⬩ 1878

History of the First Presbyterian Church of Matawan, N.J.

Sermon-history (Jan 3, 1892) tracing the First Presbyterian Church of Matawan, NJ: origins of American Presbyterianism, early congregational records, pastors, and local developments.

William Clarke Alexander, D.D. ⬩ 1892

The Benediction Not a Mere Form

Argues the Levitical benediction is not a mere form but a personal, Trinitarian blessing that prefigures the apostolic benediction; explains each clause's pastoral meaning.

William Hooper Adams, Sr. ⬩ 1874

Walks to Emmaus

Preface and sermon "The Untried Way" (Josh. 3:4): Nehemiah Adams urges Christians to expect new trials in a new year, seek God's guidance and sanctification, and prepare for death.

William Hooper Adams, Sr. ⬩ 1879

A Memorial of the Late Rev. William H. Adams

Memorial and funeral tributes for Rev. William H. Adams, praising his devout piety, pastoral zeal, scholarship, ecumenical spirit, and peaceful death “from grace to glory.”

William Hooper Adams, Sr. ⬩ 1880

Home Missions in Texas

A reflection on historical iconoclasm and idolatry, followed by a report on Home Missions in Texas urging ministers, prayer, and financial support for Presbyterian work.

William Madison Anderson, Sr. ⬩ 1899

August 25, 1835 Letter

1835 Southern Religious Telegraph: lists subscription agents, praises the American Tract Society’s family library, and gives a charge on church members’ duties to support, respect, and aid their pastor.

William Mayo Atkinson ⬩ 1835

A Sermon Delivered at the Installation of the Rev. John M.P. Atkinson as Pastor of the Church at Warrenton, Fauquier County

1844 installation sermon defending ministerial authority and ordination: ministers receive their call from Christ and the church; argues for Presbyterian ordination over apostolic succession.

William Mayo Atkinson ⬩ 1844

Prof. Johnson’s History of the Southern Presbyterian Church

Discusses authorship debate over Isaiah 13–14 and reviews Prof. Johnson’s history of the Southern Presbyterian Church: origins, 1861 split, headship of Christ, growth and education.

William McFaddin Alexander, D.D. ⬩ 1894

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