The Confessional Crisis
Aug 15, 1900 Presbyterian issue: essays on the salvation of the rich and pastoral concern for the wealthy, alongside a measured debate over restating the Westminster Confession.
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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.
The Confessional Crisis
Confessional Supralapsarianism - The Precise Issue
Argues the Cross's redemptive supremacy over secular philosophy and its practical power for renewal. Discusses Westminster Confession, Calvinism, election and predestination.
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Revision of the Presbyterian Confession
Professor John T. Duffield urges revision of the Presbyterian Confession to state the Church's actual faith more fully, addressing predestination, infants' status, and gospel proclamation.
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Supplement to “The Confessional Crisis”
Examines supra- vs infra-lapsarian readings of the Westminster Confession's chapter on Predestination and argues for revising its wording to prevent a supra-lapsarian interpretation.
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A Hymn
1870 magazine selections: a historical-fiction chapter about Christians persecuted under Diocletian and a hymn of heavenly hope and consolation.
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Warp and Woof: A Book of Verse
Collection of 19th-century poems (Warp and Woof) by Samuel W. Duffield, blending classical myth, nature, and Christian reflection—e.g., Atalanta and Hippomenes, Sabbath, fate.
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At Set of Sun
March 1871 religious-literary magazine excerpt: a parsonage short story, a reflection on geological change and progress, and the devotional poem “At Set of Sun” invoking the Sun of Righteousness.
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Sufficient Unto the Day
May 1871 issue: 'Under the Yoke' recounts a conversion from Jesuit influence to faith in Christ; includes a devotional poem 'Sufficient Unto the Day' and an essay on the triumphs of modern science.
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A Farewell Sermon Delivered in the First Presbyterian Church, Ann Arbor, Michigan
Farewell sermon by Rev. Samuel W. Duffield reflecting on Christ's departure, pastoral calling, communion, church restoration, and trusting God's providence in change.
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Henry Vaughan, the Poet of Light
Two essays: a critique of chronological inconsistencies in the books of Kings and Josephus; and a biographical-critical defense of Henry Vaughan, the devout Welsh poet.
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Unspoken Music
1882 Sunday School Times issue with editorials on teachers' meetings, Christmas giving, experience vs. knowledge, lessons on Acts, and a scholarly defense of Mark 16:9–20.
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The Latin Hymn-Writers and Their Hymns
Preface and introduction to 'The Latin Hymn-Writers' detailing S. W. Duffield's life and scholarship and outlining the study of Latin hymnody and early church praise.
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English Hymns: Their Authors and History
A concise hymnology of English hymn writers: biographies, history, and textual notes, with attention to translators and figures like Luther, Watts, and Wesley.
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Life in India: Or, Madras, the Neilgherries, and Calcutta
A missionary's travel sketches recount the voyage to India and life in Madras, describing sea travel, Hindu customs and missionary labors. Written to inspire Christian sympathy and enlist workers.
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The Ride Through Palestine
1881 travel account of Palestine with maps and engravings, written to bring the Bible to life for Sabbath-school readers. Describes sites, people, seasons and biblical correlations.
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Westminster Sabbath-School Hymnal: A Collection of Hymns and Tunes for Use in Sabbath-Schools and Social Meetings
Westminster Sabbath-School Hymnal (1883): a curated collection of hymns and tunes for Sabbath-schools and social meetings, with an editor's introduction and selections for children and congregational singing.
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In Memoriam. Rev. John W. Dulles, D.D. General Secretary of the Presbyterian Board of Publication
Memorial minute recording the life and character of Rev. John W. Dulles, D.D. (1823–1887), long-serving General Secretary of the Presbyterian Board of Publication, highlighting his service, gentleness, and faith.
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Carmina Princetonia: A Collection of the Songs of Princeton College
Carmina Princetonia (1873) is a Princeton College songbook compiling college songs, hymns, Latin odes, and student pieces for campus life, celebrations, and memory.
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I Shall Be Satisfied, When I Awake, With Thy Likeness
A devotional urging Christians to pursue holiness and Christlikeness; love fulfills the law. Holiness is both duty and destiny, with hope of awakening in God's likeness.
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One Hundred Books for the Minister’s Library
Curated 1892 bibliography by J. H. Dulles listing essential theological, exegetical, historical, and pastoral works for ministers—especially Presbyterian—recommended for study.
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