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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.
The Deity of Christ: A Sermon Delivered July 31, 1810, Before the Haverhill Association, and Published at Their Request
Early-19th-century sermon defending the deity of Christ (from Romans 9:5). Presents biblical proofs, answers objections, and urges correct worship and faith in Christ.
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The Deity of Christ: A Sermon Delivered July 31, 1810, Before the Haverhill Association, and Published at Their Request
1810 sermon defending the full deity of Christ, arguing from Scripture and refuting objections. Urges worship of Christ and explains theological and practical consequences.
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A Discourse Delivered in Newburyport, July 4, 1814, in Commemoration of American Independence, and of the Deliverance of Europe
July 4, 1814 sermon celebrating American independence, Providence, and Washington; praises Europe's deliverance from tyranny and urges thanksgiving and prayer for nation and continent.
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A Sermon Delivered Before the Gloucester Female Society for Promoting Christian Knowledge, at their Anniversary Meeting, April 18, 1815
Affirms God's boundless love and the gospel's universal offer; insists sinners must come to the knowledge of the truth via preaching, the Spirit's strivings, and repentance.
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Two Discourses to Townsmen
A sermon urging town citizens to honor religious and civic duties. Emphasizes accountability to God, support for ministry and public schools, and preserving New-England religious institutions.
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Evangelical Preaching Is Rational Preaching: A Sermon, Delivered November 2, 1825, at the Ordination of the Rev. William K. Talbot
Daniel Dana argues evangelical preaching is rational and sober, using Paul's defense before Festus to show gospel doctrines accord with sound reason. He focuses on human depravity and the necessity of regeneration.
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Objections Against the Gospel Refuted: A Sermon Preached March 4, 1829, at the Installation of the Rev. John Brown, D.D. as Pastor of Pine Street Church, Boston
1829 installation sermon urging ministers to preach the simple, humbling gospel boldly and unashamedly, extolling Christ's condescension and the gospel's power to save.
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March 22, 1832 Letter to William B. Sprague [re: Revival]
Daniel Dana warns against excesses in revivals, urging plain gospel truth, doctrinal instruction, humility, prayerful preparation, and caution against emotionalism.
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A Sermon Occasioned by the Death of Mrs. Harriot Putnam
Funeral sermon on John 14:2-3, comforting believers with Christ's promise of the Father's house, many mansions, and his coming to receive his people.
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The Importance of a Purified Literature: An Address Delivered at the Anniversary of the Associated Alumni of Dartmouth College, August 1833
Daniel Dana's 1833 Dartmouth address argues that cultivated literature and disciplined learning are essential to sustain the republic and moral order.
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Hints on Reading: An Address Delivered in the Ipswich Female Seminary, January 15, 1834
1834 address urging selective reading: prefer serious, classic, and useful authors over indiscriminate, amusing books to cultivate wisdom and practical knowledge.
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Ministerial Firmness: A Sermon Preached at the Installation of the Rev. John M.C. Bartley, as Pastor of the Congregational Church …, October 12, 1836
An 1836 installation sermon urging ministers to testify the gospel of God’s grace with firmness, humility, and perseverance, that they may finish their course with joy (Acts 20:24).
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A Sermon Delivered at the Annual Election on Wednesday, January 4, 1837, Before His Excellency Edward Everett, Governor, His Honor George Hull
Daniel Dana's 1837 election sermon argues that Christianity is the supreme public blessing, essential to secure true liberty, moral government, and wise legislation.
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Letters to the Rev. Professor Stuart, Comprising Remarks on His Essay on Sin, Published in the American Biblical Repository for April, and July, 1839
Daniel Dana rebuts Prof. Stuart's denial of original sin, arguing philosophically and from Scripture for native depravity and the reality of habitual as well as actual sin.
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