Colleges Essential to Home Missions
1852 sermon urging collegiate and theological education as essential to home (domestic) missions, to plant churches and train ministers across the expanding American West.
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Colleges Essential to Home Missions
Farewell to the First Congregational Church in Norwalk, Conn., Sabbath, April 29, 1855
Farewell sermon (Norwalk, 1855) by Rev. Edwin Hall on 2 Cor. 13:11 urging Christians to be complete in character, to take comfort in affliction, and to pursue unity and peace.
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The Shorter Catechism of the Westminster Assembly, With Analysis and Scripture Proofs
Westminster Shorter Catechism with analysis and Scripture proofs, outlining man's chief end, the authority of Scripture, and core doctrines of God and Christ.
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The Church of Christ the Temple of God
Two sermons: Christ as Spirit-empowered preacher and atoning Savior; the Church is God’s spiritual temple—an invisible body of 'living stones' whose visible forms symbolize but do not create life.
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The Rational Psychology and Its Vindications
Review of Edwin Hall's defense of 'Rational Psychology' against skeptics (Hickok, Lewis). Argues for natural realism, immediate perception, and the reality of primary qualities.
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Digest of Studies and Lectures in Theology
Digest defending Christianity's historic origin and divine authority, arguing miracles are credible evidence (replying to Hume) and citing Christ's signs, prophecy, and apostolic testimony.
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The Gospel Sent to All Classes: A Sermon Preached at the Ordination of Mr. Samuel C. Caldwell, as Pastor of Sugar Creek Church
Essays on Presbyterian education and ministry: household covenant blessings (Noah) and ministers’ duty to preach the Gospel to all classes, explaining inspiration vs. illumination.
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A Narrative of a Most Extraordinary Work of Religion in North Carolina
Early-1800s account of evangelical revivals and large camp meetings in North Carolina: intense conversions, prayer societies, communal worship, and ministerial cooperation.
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Centennial Addresses on the Life and Character of Rev. James Hall, D.D., and Short Sketches of the Ministers of the Gospel
Centennial addresses (1885) commemorating James Hall, a Scotch-Irish Presbyterian minister, educator, and patriot. Covers his life, ministry, founding of Bethany Church, and civic influence.
Milton’s Familiar Letters
John Hall's 1829 English translation of Milton's Familiar Letters, with publication notes and selections of Milton's private correspondence (letters to Young, Gill, etc.).
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Arabs of the Desert
Review of John Lewis Burckhardt’s notes on Bedouin life and the Wahhabi movement in Arabia. Covers tribal customs, dress, diet, social order, and the religious reforms of Wahabism.
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The Life of Rev. Henry Martyn
Early biography of Henry Martyn: his studies, spiritual awakening at Cambridge, conversion and growing devotion leading toward missionary service.
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The Duty of the Church in Relation to Sabbath-Schools
Affirms the Church's duty to advance conversion by instituting Sunday schools to teach and convert children, urging organized teachers and lay support.
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Education in Europe
Reviews Davies's correspondence on Virginia's established Episcopal church and toleration; assesses Bache's Report on Education in Europe, urging non‑sectarian religious instruction and school reform.
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The Chief End of Man: An Exposition of the First Answer of the Shorter Catechism
A catechetical exposition of the Shorter Catechism's first answer: that man's chief end is to glorify God and enjoy Him forever, with teaching method and application for learners.
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The Familiar Study of the Bible
Argues for familiar, constant domestic study and use of the Bible so Scripture shapes daily life—in family, school, and public duties—rather than mere occasional reading.
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President’s Message
Adolphe Monod’s lecture on pulpit elocution and the U.S. President’s message reviewing national affairs: Providence, Anglo‑American diplomacy, slave‑trade suppression, military costs, and Indian policy.
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The Scriptures the Only Rule of Faith: An Exposition of the Second Answer of the Shorter Catechism
Argues that the Bible alone is the fixed, authoritative rule of faith and life. Traces revelation from Adam and Moses to the written Scriptures and affirms their divine inspiration.
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Henderson on the Vaudois
Reviews Bishop Ives' sermons on apostolic doctrine (notably baptismal justification) and Dr. Henderson's account of the Vaudois/Waldenses—history, persecution, schools, and benefactors.
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Minor Characters of the Bible
Devotional sketches of minor Bible characters (Gaius, Diotrephes, Demetrius, Ornan, etc.), drawing practical moral lessons on hospitality, truthfulness, humility, and generosity.
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