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.

The Benediction in Corporate Worship

Ryan McGraw ⬩ 2011

Argues Scripture warrants closing corporate worship with a ministerial benediction, rooted in Old Testament paternal and sacerdotal blessings—especially the Aaronic blessing (Num. 6).

The Abrahamic Covenant and the Kingdom of God

Jeong Koo Jeon ⬩ 2011

Jeon defends classic covenant theology, arguing the Abrahamic covenant is a royal grant compatible with the covenant of grace, fulfilled in Christ and grounding justification by faith.

The Modal Transcendental Argument for God’s Existence

David Reiter ⬩ 2011

Analyzes the Van Tilian transcendental argument for God’s existence, critiques Collett and Choi, and formulates a modal presuppositional (transcendental) argument for God.

Reviews and Responses

2011

Review of Michael Horton’s The Christian Faith: commends its biblical, confessional, Trinitarian, covenantal systematic theology; critiques dense prose, Kline-influence on Genesis, and essence/energies move.

1812–1822: The Development of Princeton’s Polemic

Allen Stanton ⬩ 2011

Shows Princeton Seminary (1812) was founded as an explicitly polemical institution. Alexander and Miller trained ministers to defend Presbyterian polity against Episcopalian claims.

On the Shoulders of Giants: Van Til’s Appropriation of Warfield and Kuyper

Jeffrey C. Waddington ⬩ 2011

Analyzes Van Til’s presuppositional apologetic as a critical appropriation of Warfield and Kuyper, highlighting agreements, disagreements, and Van Til’s synthesis.

The Lord and His Messengers: Toward a Trinitarian Interpretation of Malachi 3:1–4

Camden M. Bucey ⬩ 2011

Argues for integrating exegetical, biblical, and systematic theology to read Malachi 3:1–4. A Trinitarian interpretation clarifies the messenger’s identity and priestly purification.

Psallo: Psalm 116:1–9

Todd L. Ruddell ⬩ 2011

Expository note on Psalm 116 emphasizing its singable setting, communal use (Passover/Lord’s Supper), probable Hezekiah/David context, and its Christological fulfillment.

In Translatiōne: The Preface to the Constance Hymnbook by Joannem Zwick

Ephraim Schäfli ⬩ 2011

English translation and introduction to Johannes Zwick’s 1540 Constance Hymnbook preface defending congregational singing and inclusive psalmody. Explains its Reformation context and influence.

Antiquary: The James Durham MSS (Part 2)

Chris Coldwell ⬩ 2011

Survey of surviving James Durham manuscripts—sermons on Song of Solomon (notably ch.5), Revelation 14:13, Jeremiah 50:4–5 and others—held at NLS, Edinburgh, Dundee and Free Church College.

Volume 6

2010

Heinrich Bullinger on Union with Christ and Justification

J.V. Fesko ⬩ 2010

Fesko examines Heinrich Bullinger’s view that union with Christ and an ordo salutis coexist in the Reformed tradition, with justification given theological priority.

The Theological Climate of the Early Nineteenth Century and the Founding of a Polemical Seminary at Princeton

Allen Stanton ⬩ 2010

Examines Princeton Seminary’s founding, arguing polemic was central as founders defended Presbyterian confessionalism against Hopkinsianism, Unitarianism, and Episcopacy.

Calvin in the Hands of the Philistines, Or, Did Calvin Bowl on the Sabbath?

Chris Coldwell ⬩ 2010

B.B. Warfield on Creation and Evolution

Fred G. Zaspel ⬩ 2010

A concise survey of B. B. Warfield’s stance: he affirmed supernatural creation, distinguished mediate creation from evolution, and rejected evolution as an account of origins.

American Presbyterianism and the Cold War

Frank J. Smith ⬩ 2010

Overview of American Presbyterian responses to the Cold War: Calvinist political theology, the rise of the social gospel, and denominational tensions over war and peace.

Explicit and Implicit Appendixes to Calvin’s View of Justification by Faith

David W. Hall ⬩ 2010

Examines Calvin’s forensic view of justification—imputation, acquittal, and union with Christ—as central in Institutes (3.11–12) and its implications for sanctification and Christian liberty.

The Modern Roman Catholic View of Scripture

Mark Herzer ⬩ 2010

Surveys modern Roman Catholic views of Scripture, focusing on how Trent and Vatican II are interpreted and the tension between Scripture and Tradition. Contrasts progressive and traditional Catholic camps.

The Old Testament and the Comparative Method

Bryan D. Estelle ⬩ 2010

Argues for a responsible comparative method to read the Old Testament in its ancient Near Eastern context, using covenant (Deuteronomy) and wisdom studies while noting methodological pitfalls.

John Owen on the Study of Theology

Ryan McGraw ⬩ 2010

John Owen critiques scholastic ministerial training and urges a redefined theological education centered on Scripture, personal communion with God, and ministerial formation.

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