Confessional Presbyterian Journal

The Confessional Presbyterian Journal is an annual, peer-reviewed publication dedicated to Presbyterian doctrine and practice, produced by Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary. Each volume features scholarly articles, biblical studies, and critical reviews grounded in the Westminster Confession of Faith.

1823–1830: The Establishment of Princeton’s Polemic

Allen Stanton ⬩ 2012

From 1812–1830 Princeton Seminary shaped Presbyterian identity through vigorous polemics. By the 1820s controversy eased as faculty gained stature and emphasized confessional training.

Hodge and Thornwell: “Princes in Israel”

C.N. Willborn ⬩ 2012

Biographical overview of Charles Hodge and James Henley Thornwell, their roles at Princeton and Columbia seminaries, and their shared Presbyterian and Calvinist convictions.

Old Princeton and American Culture: Insights from J.W. Alexander

Gary Steward ⬩ 2012

Study examines J. W. Alexander’s letters to reassess Old Princeton’s engagement with antebellum American culture, arguing Princetonians were not naively ’Americanized’.

“Right Reason” and the Science of Theology at Old Princeton Seminary: A New Perspective

Paul Helseth ⬩ 2012

Some Personal Thoughts on B.B. Warfield’s Life and Significance: A Lecture

Carl R. Trueman ⬩ 2012

Carl R. Trueman surveys B. B. Warfield’s life and influence: Princeton theology, devotion to the Shorter Catechism, contributions to New Testament text criticism, and care for his wife.

The Rev. Dr. Archibald Alexander: An Annotated Bibliography

Wayne Sparkman ⬩ 2012

Westminster Seminary California Distinctives? Law and Gospel

Michael S. Horton, Mark Garcia ⬩ 2012

Overview of “Sic et Non”: collegial Reformed debates on law/gospel, the two-kingdoms, and the republication of the covenant of works, featuring exchanges between Westminster faculty and critics.

Westminster Seminary California Distinctives? The Reformed Two Kingdoms Doctrine: An Explanation and Defense

David VanDrunen, Jeffrey C. Waddington ⬩ 2012

VanDrunen defends the Reformed two kingdoms doctrine as historically orthodox and biblically grounded, distinguishing God’s common (civil) and redemptive (church) rule and urging its practical relevance.

Westminster Seminary California Distinctives? The Republication of the Covenant of Works (Part 1)

J.V. Fesko, Cornelis Venema ⬩ 2012

Psallo: Psalm 16:1–11

Todd L. Ruddell ⬩ 2012

Exposition of Psalm 16:1–11 exploring David’s trust, inheritance, and inward instruction. Argues Peter and Paul apply the psalm to Christ’s resurrection and everlasting inheritance.

In Translatiōne: Calvin’s Response to a Certain Tricky Middler

R. Victor Bottomly ⬩ 2012

Introduction and translation of John Calvin’s 1561 Response to a ‘tricky middler,’ defending Reformation principles and Scripture over Roman tradition amid controversy with Balduin/Cassander.

Antiquary: James Henley Thornwell’s First Pastoral Ministry at the Waxhaw Presbyterian Church

Barry Waugh ⬩ 2012

Brief biography of James H. Thornwell’s first pastorate in Lancaster, SC, his family hardships, and his participation in the contentious 1837 General Assembly (Old School vs New School).

Volume 7

2011

Holy Communion in the Theology of John Knox

Glen J. Clary ⬩ 2011

Surveys John Knox’s eucharistic theology, tracing its formation in his early ministry and arguing his Lord’s Supper doctrine was essentially Bucerian/Calvinistic and consistent.

John Knox and the Reformation by the Rev. Dr. James Begg

Iain Wright ⬩ 2011

Assessment of Dr. James Begg, a 19th-century Free Church leader who defended Knoxian Reformed theology, confessionalism, universal biblical education, and church–state establishment.

The Early Reformation in Scotland

W. Duncan Rankin ⬩ 2011

Overview of the early Scottish Reformation—doctrine, worship, and church order—tracing Luther and Calvin’s influence through Patrick Hamilton, George Wishart, and John Knox, stressing sola Scriptura and sola fide.

Reformed Presbyterian Criticism of the 1859 Ulster Revival’s Impact on Worship and Church Order

Daniel Ritchie ⬩ 2011

The Calvinistic Soteriology of Jonathan Dickinson

Gary Steward ⬩ 2011

Argues Jonathan Dickinson’s soteriology aligns with Westminster Calvinism, countering claims of Enlightenment or Arminian influence. Notes his role in the Great Awakening.

An Introduction to T.V. Moore Through his Essay on Juvenile Delinquency

Barry Waugh ⬩ 2011

T. V. Moore, a 19th-century Presbyterian pastor and author, served long in Richmond, published sermons and commentaries, and won a prize essay on juvenile delinquency.

The Basis and Practice of Christian Mission to Jews 1520–1860

Rowland S. Ward ⬩ 2011

Examines the Scriptural basis and historical development (16th–19th c.) of Christian mission to Jews, highlighting Reformation-era eschatological views centered on Revelation 20 and Romans 11.

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