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The Ivory Palaces of the King

Devotional on Christ leaving the 'ivory palaces'—His incarnation, sacrifice, and Old Testament types pointing to Him. Calls believers to behold His sweetness and follow.
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Received Ye the Holy Ghost?

An 1894 pamphlet by J. Wilbur Chapman surveying Scripture on the Holy Spirit—its nature, gifts (Pentecost), prayer to receive Him, and sins against the Spirit.
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“And Peter” and Other Sermons

Collection of revival sermons by J. Wilbur Chapman focusing on the Prodigal Son: God's fatherly compassion, repentance, and conversion.
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The Lost Crown

J. Wilbur Chapman's sermon collection urging believers to pursue God's plan—regeneration, sanctification, and faithful service—so they may obtain their heavenly reward.
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Songs of Praise and Consecration

Late-19th-century hymnal compiled by J. Wilbur Chapman. Contains an index and full texts for praise services, gospel hymns, and devotional songs for corporate worship.
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The Spiritual Life of the Sunday School

Practical guidance for Sunday-school superintendents and teachers on consecration, devotions, and winning scholars to Christ. Emphasizes personal example, Scripture, and decision days.
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Christian Hymns, No. 1

Late-19th-century hymnbook (1899) compiled by Wm. P. Hall and Rev. T. Wilbur Chapman for church services, Sunday-schools and evangelistic meetings. Contains gospel and devotional hymns for congregational use.
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The Life of Blessing

Collection of 1899 Bible-study addresses by J. Wilbur Chapman urging ministers to cultivate a life of prayer, dependence on the Holy Spirit, and faithful preaching. Aimed to inspire revival and deeper spiritual living.
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The Surrendered Life: Quiet Hour Meditations

A collection of Quiet Hour meditations urging wholehearted surrender to Christ, illustrated by Elijah and Elisha. Emphasizes receiving the Holy Spirit and living in constant fellowship.
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The Life and Work of Dwight L. Moody

Concise biography of evangelist D.L. Moody covering his conversion, partnerships (notably Ira D. Sankey), Northfield ministries, Chicago Bible Institute, revivals, and spiritual legacy.
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Revivals and Missions

Chapman's handbook defines and defends Christian revivals, surveying their history, methods, and preaching. He emphasizes dependence on the Holy Spirit for church renewal and conversions.
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The Personal Touch

Chapman champions the "personal touch" in evangelism, using testimony and practical principles to urge personal, prayerful outreach for winning souls to Christ.
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Present Day Parables

Index and contents of Present Day Parables by J. Wilbur Chapman (1900): a collection of short illustrative devotional sermons on Christian life, faith, prayer, and evangelism.
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The Upper and the Nether Springs

Chapman contrasts the 'nether' springs (Bible, prayer—sources of salvation and strength) with the 'upper' springs (fellowship with Christ and the Spirit—heavenly life). He urges daily drinking from both.
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God’s Beautiful Provision for His Children

Sermon using Jehoiachin and Joseph to illustrate God's daily provision and restoring grace. Christ's atonement covers sin and clothes believers with righteousness for each day.
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