On Dancing
Bushnell praises God as Creator who ordains seasons and time. Barnes urges Christians to avoid dancing when it offends weaker brethren, prioritizing conscience and child training.
⬩
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.
On Dancing
The Missionary Enterprise Dependent on the Religion of Principle for Success
Barnes argues missionary work requires deliberate, principled religion—not fleeting sentiment or excitement—and careful planning to secure lasting success.
⬩
The Position of the Evangelical Party in the Episcopal Church
Albert Barnes critiques Episcopalian prelacy, assessing the evangelical (low) party amid Tractarian controversy over succession, sacraments, revivalism, and church unity.
⬩
The Duties Which the Members of the Church Owe to Each Other
Barnes urges church members to love, care for, and hold one another accountable, portraying the church as a distinct community marked by mutual, practical brotherly love.
⬩
The Death of a Mother
Reflection on the unique sorrow of losing a mother, the altered sense of home, and spiritual lessons in grief, gratitude, and consolation.
⬩
Thanksgiving Sermon: The Virtues and Public Services of William Penn: A Discourse Delivered in the First Presbyterian Church, Philadelphia, November 27, 1845
Albert Barnes' 1845 Thanksgiving sermon honors William Penn and the Quaker founders, surveying their principles, settlement of Pennsylvania, and influence on liberty and institutions.
⬩
Introductory Essay on the Life and Times of the Author [Samuel Davies]
Introductory essay and life-and-times preface to Samuel Davies' Sermons (1845). Covers his biography, ministry, revival work in colonial Virginia, and publication history.
⬩
Notes, Explanatory and Practical, on the Epistles of Paul to the Ephesians, Philippians and Colossians
Barnes' introduction surveys Ephesus—its history, the Temple of Diana, and Paul's ministry establishing the church there through preaching, baptisms, and miracles (Acts 18–19).
⬩
Plea in Behalf of Western Colleges: A Discourse
Albert Barnes urges establishing Protestant colleges and seminaries in the American West to cultivate knowledge, morality, and liberty. He argues such education will channel the region's energetic but untrained minds.
⬩
The Value of the Sabbath to Young Men
Barnes argues the Sabbath benefits young men by providing rest and spiritual formation. It disciplines character, counters worldly influences, and readies them for future responsibilities.
⬩
An Inquiry into the Scriptural View of Slavery
Albert Barnes (1846) examines Scripture on slavery—Old and New Testament law, Mosaic practice, and the apostles (Onesimus/Philemon). He argues the Bible is opposed to slavery.
⬩
New Year’s Sermon for 1847: A Year Considered as a Part of Human Life
A New Year's sermon urging reflection on the brevity and value of life. Warns against wasted years and sinful choices, calling for decisive, godly living.
⬩
Questions on the Epistle to the Hebrews: Designed for Bible Classes and Sunday Schools
Albert Barnes' Sabbath-school/Bible-class questions on Hebrews, focusing on authorship, Christ's superiority to angels, and exegesis of Hebrews chapter 1.
⬩
Notes, Explanatory and Practical, on the Book of the Prophet Isaiah, Vol. 1
Albert Barnes' critical, explanatory, and practical commentary on Isaiah, highlighting Isaiah's messianic prophecies, their historical fulfillments, and pastoral application.
⬩
Notes, Explanatory and Practical, on the Book of the Prophet Isaiah, Vol. 2
Albert Barnes' notes on Isaiah 36 examine Sennacherib's invasion, Hezekiah's response, and authorship/source questions comparing Kings and Chronicles.
⬩
Notes, Explanatory and Practical, on the General Epistles James, Peter, John & Jude
Barnes' introduction surveys the seven 'catholic' (general) epistles, discussing their antiquity, canonical authority, and authorship—with detailed attention to questions about James.
⬩
The Casting Down of Thrones: A Discourse on the Present State of Europe, Delivered in the First Presbyterian Church, Philadelphia, May 14, 1848
Albert Barnes' 1848 sermon interprets the European 'casting down of thrones' as a providential step toward God's reign, using Daniel 7 and the warning of 1 Samuel 8.
⬩
Home Missions: A Sermon in Behalf of the American Home Missionary Society
Albert Barnes (1849) urges support for the American Home Missionary Society to evangelize the vast American West, warning of dangers and calling Christians to 'go up and possess' the land.
⬩
The Pestilence
Albert Barnes teaches that the pestilence is a divine visitation within God's providence, not mere chance or necessarily a direct miraculous punishment. He urges national repentance, humility, and sober inquiry.
⬩
Notes, Explanatory and Practical, on the Book of Job, Vol. 1
Intro to Albert Barnes' Notes on Job, surveying questions of authorship, historicity, and poetic form. Examines objections to Job's reality and cites Ezekiel and James.
⬩
Showing 16,361–16,380 of 22,006 items