The Wondrous Cross, and Other Sermons
A sermon asserting the vicarious death of Christ as the central truth of Christianity; denying it undermines Scripture, history, and salvation.
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The Wondrous Cross, and Other Sermons
God and the People, and Other Sermons
Sermon: God cares for all people. The Church must preach the gospel and pursue social philanthropy, following Christ's teaching and example.
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The Characteristic and Distinctive Features of the Reformed Church in America
Historical overview of the Reformed Church in America: origins with Dutch settlers (early 1600s), its polity, doctrines, missions, institutions, and growth up to 1900.
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The Unaccountable Man
Explores Christ's person and claims, arguing Jesus is either divine or not merely a good man. A collection of sermons including the Beatific Vision and Gospel reflections.
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Song of Solomon
Defends the Song of Solomon's canonicity and devotional use, rebutting critics. Argues Old Testament rites and typology illuminate Christian love and salvation.
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The Sacred Scriptures and Pagan Mythology: An Inaugural Address
Inaugural address asserting the Bible is the key to interpreting pagan mythology—whose gods arise from deified ancestors—and urging classical studies be read in light of Scripture.
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A Discourse Delivered in the First Presbyterian Church of Easton, Pa., on the Day of the Annual Thanksgiving, November 27, 1851
1851 Thanksgiving sermon by Rev. George Burrowes praising America's blessings and Providence, tracing civil and religious liberty to the Reformation and Christianity, urging gratitude and vigilance.
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A Commentary on the Song of Solomon
1853 commentary on the Song of Solomon defending its canonicity and allegorical reading, expounding divine love, sanctification, and principles of interpretation to nourish devotion.
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A Memorial of Edward A. Wharton
Memorial sermon on human frailty and the transience of life, drawing on 'We all do fade as a leaf' (isaiah 64). It exhorts trust in God's grace amid sorrow.
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Octorara, A Poem: And Occasional Pieces
A devotional poem celebrating rural retirement, nature, piety, and enduring friendship, with longing for Jesus and hope in his return.
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God the Home of the Soul
Sermon asserting that God is the soul's true home and ultimate rest. Earthly homes fail; only in Christ do we find lasting refuge, love, and security.
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The Pilgrim Soldier’s Last March
A sermon by D.B. Cheney on the gospel as God's power and wisdom (1 Cor. 1), followed by "The Pilgrim Soldier's Last March," an allegory of a believer's trials and triumphant passage to heaven.
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Jesus the Brightness of the Father’s Glory
1859 sermon arguing Jesus is the Shechinah incarnate — the brightness of the Father's glory and express image of his person, guardian of the law and sole mediator for atonement.
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Keep Me Not Here
Argues Christ's exclusive, sufficient atonement—reconciliation and peace effected by his cross (Colossians 1). Includes devotional piece "Keep me not here" on longing for heaven.
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The Pastor’s Return
Argues Jesus Christ is the living, sufficient foundation—our unshakable rock—surpassing any man-made righteousness. Includes a thanksgiving hymn and notice of the pastor's return.
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Read the Scriptures
Argues Jesus Christ is the living, sufficient foundation and urges diligent reading of Scripture (including original languages) as vital for ministers and believers.
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The Post of Duty the Post of Danger
Sermon-editorial urging Christians to take posts of duty despite danger, endure hardship like soldiers of Christ. Praises church unity and calls for steadfast missionary service.
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The Rev. Dr. Van Rensselaer
Advocates the Christian duty and patriotism of praying for civil rulers. Includes an obituary praising Rev. Cortlandt Van Rensselaer's devoted service to church education and ministry.
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Patient Endurance
Board of Regents' annual report on founding a Presbyterian grammar school/college in San Francisco, followed by Rev. Burrowes's sermon 'Patient Endurance' calling for steadfast Christian duty and faith.
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The Lesson of the Closing Year
A New-Year devotional urging gratitude and diligence, warning of life's fleeting vanity and decay, and calling sinners to repentance and to life in Christ.
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