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.
Madame Thérèse, Or, The Volunteers of ‘92
Preface and opening of Erckmann–Chatrian's Madame Thérèse: introduction to the authors, their collaborative method, and a gentle depiction of rural Alsatian village life.
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A Vist to the Birthplace of Whittier
Travel and literary sketches from Scribner's Monthly (Sept 1872): Paris and mountain scenes, a visit to Whittier's birthplace, and the poem "Found Wanting."
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The Queen of the Bees
Poem and short story set in Switzerland about blind Roesel, her intimate bond with bees and nature, and meditations on suffering, compassion, and the mystery of God.
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Colored People in New England
Reports on a Century Company gift of hymn-books to Union Seminary; an essay urging Scripture-fed, revived prayer-meetings; and letters on the Confession and Black social progress.
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Personal Recollections of Whittier
June 1893 pieces: Abbot's oration ties the Boston Tea Party and Washington to divine providence in the Revolution; Grimké recalls Whittier's abolitionism, character, and homely hospitality.
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Tribute to Frederick Douglass
Memorial tributes honoring Frederick Douglass, celebrating his leadership in the anti‑slavery movement, public service, and enduring influence for liberty and justice.
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In Me Is Thine Help
Devotional exposition on Christ's letter to Laodicea (Rev. 3:18). Urges buying gold tried in fire, white garments, and eye-salve—spiritual riches, righteousness, and illumination.
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How to Preach
Union Seminary Magazine (1892) includes a sketch of Major James Morton and an extended homiletic essay advising earnest, plain, illustrated, Scripture‑rooted preaching that leads to belief.
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The Soul-Winner
A practical evangelistic manual urging believers to win souls, modeling Jesus' compassion and offering preaching, prayer, pastoral and organizational guidance for effective soul-winning.
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“The Common People Heard Him Gladly”
Union Seminary Magazine (Jan–Feb 1898) profiles R. L. Dabney and contains essays urging pastors to preach plainly, boldly, and lovingly to the common people and notes missionary rest.
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A Message from Kentucky
1898 Presbyterian journal reports the Waldensian colony joining American Presbyterianism, urges domestic evangelism and spiritual revival, and examines the Massacre of St. Bartholomew.
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The Mormons
An 1899 Presbyterian polemic attacking Mormonism: surveys its origin, doctrines (polygamy, polytheism), alleged crimes and social dangers, and urges opposition as false teaching.
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How to Reach the Klondyke
Two essays urging ministers to practice pastoral visiting and active evangelism: know people in their homes to shape preaching, and go to the masses—serve, sacrifice, follow Christ.
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A Funeral Sermon on Occasion of the Death of Mrs. Harriet S. McGuffey
Funeral sermon on Psalm 116:15: the death of God's saints is precious. Explains saintly character, God's providence in ordering death, and Christ's intercession as comfort.
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Our Prosperity, Our Ingratitude, and Our Danger: A Fast-Day Sermon, Preached in the F Street Presbyterian Church, Washington, D.C., September 26, 1855
Rev. P.D. Gurley compares America's prosperity to ancient Israel's: abundant blessings coupled with national ingratitude and rebellion. He warns of divine judgment and urges repentance.
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Incentives to Duty in the Work of Missions
1856 sermon urging duty in foreign missions, invoking Christ’s commission to preach to all. Traces apostolic and modern missionary victories as providential encouragements for evangelism.
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Christ the Way, the Truth, and the Life
Sermon on John 14:6: Christ as the Way, the Truth, and the Life—His teaching, atoning death, and example; fulfillment of Scripture and source of spiritual regeneration.
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