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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.

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The Epistles of St. Peter and St. Jude: Preached and Explained by Martin Luther

Translation and preface to Martin Luther's 1523 commentary on St. Peter and St. Jude, emphasizing justification by faith, clear pastoral exposition, and vigorous critique of papal corruption.

Ezra Hall Gillett ⬩ 1859

The Life and Times of John Huss, Vols. 1&2

Preface and contents of E.H. Gillett's biography 'The Life and Times of John Huss', outlining Huss's life, trial, and the Bohemian Reformation. Summarizes sources and chapter topics.

Ezra Hall Gillett ⬩ 1864

Thanksgiving Sermon, Preached in the Presbyterian Church at Harlem, November 27, 1862

1863 Thanksgiving sermon by Rev. Ezra H. Gillett urging gratitude amid the Civil War, calling for national repentance, moral reform, and reliance on God for deliverance.

Ezra Hall Gillett ⬩ 1863

History of the Presbyterian Church in the United States of America, Vol. 1

Ezra Hall Gillett ⬩ 1873

History of the Presbyterian Church in the United States of America, Vol. 2

Ezra Hall Gillett ⬩ 1873

Life Lessons in the School of Christian Duty

A sermon collection urging readers to leave worldly bustle for sober reflection on life's duties, mortality, and Christian devotion, contrasting ambition with faithful service.

Ezra Hall Gillett ⬩ 1864

The Westminster Confession in England and Ireland

Discussion of 17th–18th-century Presbyterian controversies over subscription to the Westminster Confession and Trinitarian disputes (Arianism) in England and Ireland.

Ezra Hall Gillett ⬩ 1866

England Two Hundred Years Ago

A historical sketch of Taunton and English nonconformists around the 1660 Restoration, centered on Joseph Alleine, school life, and tensions with the returning monarchy.

Ezra Hall Gillett ⬩ 1866

The Men and Times of the Reunion of 1758

Historical account of the 1741–1758 Presbyterian division and reunion in colonial America, examining causes, key figures (e.g., Jonathan Dickinson), the Adopting Act of 1729, and efforts at reconciliation.

Ezra Hall Gillett ⬩ 1868

The True Character of the Adopting Act

Reviews Dr. Asa Burton's theological work and examines the Adopting Act controversy. Defends Jonathan Dickinson and the New Side's liberal Presbyterianism against Dr. Baird's criticisms.

Ezra Hall Gillett ⬩ 1869

President Wheelock and His Contemporaries

Profile of Eleazar Wheelock: an 18th-century New England minister, founder of Dartmouth and missionary advocate, active in the Great Revival and Indian missions through letters and journals.

Ezra Hall Gillett ⬩ 1869

President Wheelock and the Great Revival

Account of President Wheelock's role in the 1741–42 New England Great Revival: itinerant preaching, widespread awakenings, and opposition culminating in the 1742 Consociation law.

Ezra Hall Gillett ⬩ 1869

Massachusetts Convention Sermons on the “Great Revival”

Examines 18th-century New England revivals and debates over 'salvation' language, highlighting tensions between vital piety, ministerial fitness, and revival excesses.

Ezra Hall Gillett ⬩ 1869

The World’s Future

Two 19th-century religious pieces: a narrative about the Theban Legion and an essay by Rev. E. H. Gillett arguing that Providence guides history toward a future golden age.

Ezra Hall Gillett ⬩ 1870

Masson’s Life of John Milton

Reviews Henry Cooke's life and Masson's second volume on John Milton, focusing on Milton's pamphlets, political and religious views, stylistic evidence, and questions of authorship.

Ezra Hall Gillett ⬩ 1872

John Wesley: His Character and Opinions

Essays discuss the 'righteousness of God' (Rom.1) and a detailed portrait of John Wesley—his High‑Church origins, Methodist organizing, and Arminian convictions.

Ezra Hall Gillett ⬩ 1872

Tulloch’s Rational Theology

Review of Tulloch’s study of 17th‑century 'rational theology', profiling Chillingworth, Taylor, and Cambridge Platonists who balanced reason and faith amid church conflicts.

Ezra Hall Gillett ⬩ 1873

The Moral System

Gillett's preface outlines a concise, systematic study of the Moral System and natural theology. He revises Butler for modern education, arguing moral laws merit study alongside physical science.

Ezra Hall Gillett ⬩ 1874

God in Human Thought: Or, Natural Theology Traced in Literature, Ancient and Modern to the Time of Bishop Butler

Ezra Hall Gillett ⬩ 1874

Presbyterian Elements of Our Nationality

Overview of Presbyterian influence on American national life: tracing Scottish and Reformed leaders (Knox, Melville, Buchanan) whose doctrines of resistance shaped revolutionary thought.

Ezra Hall Gillett ⬩ 1875

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Archives

The Epistles of St. Peter and St. Jude: Preached and Explained by Martin Luther

The Life and Times of John Huss, Vols. 1&2

Thanksgiving Sermon, Preached in the Presbyterian Church at Harlem, November 27, 1862

History of the Presbyterian Church in the United States of America, Vol. 1

History of the Presbyterian Church in the United States of America, Vol. 2

Life Lessons in the School of Christian Duty

The Westminster Confession in England and Ireland

England Two Hundred Years Ago

The Men and Times of the Reunion of 1758

The True Character of the Adopting Act

President Wheelock and His Contemporaries

President Wheelock and the Great Revival

Massachusetts Convention Sermons on the “Great Revival”

The World’s Future

Masson’s Life of John Milton

John Wesley: His Character and Opinions

Tulloch’s Rational Theology

The Moral System

God in Human Thought: Or, Natural Theology Traced in Literature, Ancient and Modern to the Time of Bishop Butler

Presbyterian Elements of Our Nationality

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