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Text16th Sunday after Pentecost, "On Good Example;" Luke 14:1
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon explores Jesus Christ in his role as a teacher through acting as an example, demonstrating the virtues that Christians should strive to emulate.This sermon explores Jesus Christ in his role as a teacher through acting as an example, demonstrating the virtues that Christians should strive to emulate. -
TextA Clothing Discourse; Apocalypsis Ioannes 2:17
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon explains why people seek and study religion, stating that religious spaces serve as refuges, schools, and sanctuaries that help people to enter into Heaven.This sermon explains why people seek and study religion, stating that religious spaces serve as refuges, schools, and sanctuaries that help people to enter into Heaven. -
TextA Clothing Discourse; Luke 9:23
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon addresses the importance of self-denial for women seeking a religious profession, emphasizing that self-denial prevents one from falling victim to religious enemies, and explaining that entering into a religious life is the best form of religious penance.This sermon addresses the importance of self-denial for women seeking a religious profession, emphasizing that self-denial prevents one from falling victim to religious enemies, and explaining that entering into a religious life is the best form of religious penance. -
TextA Clothing Discourse; Mark 10: 29-30
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon celebrates the choice of a woman to join a religious order and take up the habit, outlining the virtues of such a choice and the level of dedication to Christ that is needed to undertake such a spiritual journey.This sermon celebrates the choice of a woman to join a religious order and take up the habit, outlining the virtues of such a choice and the level of dedication to Christ that is needed to undertake such a spiritual journey. -
TextA Clothing Discourse; no verse [Draft]
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon celebrates the transition of a group of women to join a religious order, outlining the virtues of such a choice and the level of dedication to Christ that is needed to undertake such a spiritual journey.This sermon celebrates the transition of a group of women to join a religious order, outlining the virtues of such a choice and the level of dedication to Christ that is needed to undertake such a spiritual journey. -
TextA Clothing Discourse; no verse [Revised]
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon celebrates the transition of a group of women to join a religious order and take up the habit, outlining the virtues of such a choice and the level of dedication to Christ that is needed to undertake such a spiritual journey.This sermon celebrates the transition of a group of women to join a religious order and take up the habit, outlining the virtues of such a choice and the level of dedication to Christ that is needed to undertake such a spiritual journey. -
TextA Discourse for Christmas Day; Luke 2:10
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon celebrates Jesus Christ, identifying certain qualities of Jesus and emphasizing his humility as a model for Christians to follow.This sermon celebrates Jesus Christ, identifying certain qualities of Jesus and emphasizing his humility as a model for Christians to follow. -
TextA Discourse for Christmas Day; Luke 2:14
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon discusses the change brought to the world by the arrival of Jesus Christ on Earth.This sermon discusses the change brought to the world by the arrival of Jesus Christ on Earth. -
TextA Discourse for Christmas Day; Luke 2:14
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon explores the ways in which Jesus Christ exemplifies behaviors of humility and compassion as a reflection of the Glory of God.This sermon explores the ways in which Jesus Christ exemplifies behaviors of humility and compassion as a reflection of the Glory of God. -
TextA Discourse for New Year's Day; Titus 2: 12
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon addresses the importance of employing one's time well, encouraging Christians to use their limited time to promote holy endevours and abstain from sinful acts.This sermon addresses the importance of employing one's time well, encouraging Christians to use their limited time to promote holy endevours and abstain from sinful acts. -
TextA Discourse for Sexagesima Sunday; Luke 8:11
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon explains the importance of ensuring that one is receptive to the word of God, describing how the word of God cannot be properly sown into a soul that is like concrete or thorns- one must be truly willing and receptive of God to reach salvation.This sermon explains the importance of ensuring that one is receptive to the word of God, describing how the word of God cannot be properly sown into a soul that is like concrete or thorns- one must be truly willing and receptive of God to reach salvation. -
TextA Discourse for Trinity Sunday; Matthew 28:19-20
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon addresses the Holy Trinity, being the Father, Son, and holy ghost.This sermon addresses the Holy Trinity, being the Father, Son, and holy ghost. -
TextA Discourse for a Religious Profession; Deuteronomy; 26:17-18
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon celebrates the choice of a woman to join a religious order, fully dedicating herself to God, and presents her as an example of the perfected child of God.This sermon celebrates the choice of a woman to join a religious order, fully dedicating herself to God, and presents her as an example of the perfected child of God. -
TextA Discourse for a Religious Profession; Psalms 83:1-2
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon discusses the temptations that lead christians away from God, advising how women who seek a religious profession can avoid these temptations and revering their choice to enter into a religious profession.This sermon discusses the temptations that lead christians away from God, advising how women who seek a religious profession can avoid these temptations and revering their choice to enter into a religious profession. -
TextA Discourse for the 14th Sunday after Pent.; Matthew 8:24
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon cautions against avarice, claiming that greed turns people away from God by prioritizing worldly riches over salvation.This sermon cautions against avarice, claiming that greed turns people away from God by prioritizing worldly riches over salvation. -
TextA Discourse for the 16th Sunday after Pentecost; Luke 14:3
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon outlines and explains the commandment of God in regards to proper observance of the Sabbath (Sundays) and other designated holy days.This sermon outlines and explains the commandment of God in regards to proper observance of the Sabbath (Sundays) and other designated holy days. -
TextA Discourse for the 1st Sunday after Pentecost; Luke 6:8
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon addresses judgments, encouraging Christians to be wary of making rash judgements and outlining multiple examples from scripture of figures who had been falsely or wrongly judged.This sermon addresses judgments, encouraging Christians to be wary of making rash judgements and outlining multiple examples from scripture of figures who had been falsely or wrongly judged. -
TextA Discourse for the 1st Sunday of Lent, "On Fasting and Abstinence"; Matthew 4:4
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon addresses the importance of eccumenical fasting, outlining the ways in which it should be properly observed and the purposes of observing the practice.This sermon addresses the importance of eccumenical fasting, outlining the ways in which it should be properly observed and the purposes of observing the practice. -
TextA Discourse for the 1st Sunday of Lent; Matthew 4:2
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon addresses penance and atonement, emphasizing that confessing one's sins is not sufficient to be truly penitent- one must suffer proportionally to atone for their sins.This sermon addresses penance and atonement, emphasizing that confessing one's sins is not sufficient to be truly penitent- one must suffer proportionally to atone for their sins. -
TextA Discourse for the 3rd Sunday after the Epiphany; Matthew 8:1-2
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon addresses the importance of truthful prayer, emphasizing that sinners who have the intent on sinning again disgrace the practice of prayer.This sermon addresses the importance of truthful prayer, emphasizing that sinners who have the intent on sinning again disgrace the practice of prayer. -
TextA Discourse for the 3rd Sunday of Lent; John 20:23
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon examines the importance of confession, explaining that the confession of one's sins in their entirety is necessary to receive forgiveness from God, and demonstrating the proper practice of confession.This sermon examines the importance of confession, explaining that the confession of one's sins in their entirety is necessary to receive forgiveness from God, and demonstrating the proper practice of confession. -
TextA Discourse for the 3rd Sunday of Lent; Luke 11:15
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon examines the virtue of loving your neighbor, cautioning that speaking ill of one's neighbor, and thus recklessly tainting their reputation, is a great sin as only God can judge.This sermon examines the virtue of loving your neighbor, cautioning that speaking ill of one's neighbor, and thus recklessly tainting their reputation, is a great sin as only God can judge. -
TextA Discourse for the 4th Sunday after Easter, "On Faith;" John 16: 8-9
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon examines the virtue of faith, describing necessary qualities of faith including an unquestioning belief in God and actionable representations of one's faith.This sermon examines the virtue of faith, describing necessary qualities of faith including an unquestioning belief in God and actionable representations of one's faith. -
TextA Discourse for the 7th Sunday after Pent.; Matthew 7: 19
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon examines the importance of doing good works, explaining that simply refraining from evil is not enough to be rewarded in heaven, and that even those who are sick or poor are capable of fasting, giving alms, or prayer.This sermon examines the importance of doing good works, explaining that simply refraining from evil is not enough to be rewarded in heaven, and that even those who are sick or poor are capable of fasting, giving alms, or prayer. -
TextA Discourse for the Religious Profession; Canticles 2:16
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon celebrates the choice of a woman to join a religious order and denounce worldly possessions and vocations.This sermon celebrates the choice of a woman to join a religious order and denounce worldly possessions and vocations. -
TextA Discourse for the Sunday within the Oct. of Corpus Christi, "On the Sacrifice of the Mass;" Luke 14: 24
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon examines the process of Mass, explaining the importance and proper practice of its three sections: the offertory, the consecration, and the communion.This sermon examines the process of Mass, explaining the importance and proper practice of its three sections: the offertory, the consecration, and the communion. -
TextA Discourse on Christmas Day; John 1:14
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon addresses the birth of Jesus, emphasizing the humility of his birth, how he was made into flesh for humanity, and the blessed actions of the Virgin Mary.This sermon addresses the birth of Jesus, emphasizing the humility of his birth, how he was made into flesh for humanity, and the blessed actions of the Virgin Mary. -
TextA Discourse on Christmas Day; Luke 2:10-11
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon addresses the sinful state of the world preceeding the birth of Christ and outlining the purpose and reasons for God to send his son to earth, namely to save man from "eternal perdition."This sermon addresses the sinful state of the world preceeding the birth of Christ and outlining the purpose and reasons for God to send his son to earth, namely to save man from "eternal perdition." -
TextA Discourse on Satisfaction; John 20:23
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon addresses the process of serving proper penance for transgressions against God, focusing on the desire and will to satisfy the offended party when seeking penance.This sermon addresses the process of serving proper penance for transgressions against God, focusing on the desire and will to satisfy the offended party when seeking penance. -
TextA Discourse on the Nativity of our L.J.C.; Luke 2:14
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon addresses the birth of Jesus, describing the original sin of Adam eating the apple and the mercy of God in sending his son to redeem humanity.This sermon addresses the birth of Jesus, describing the original sin of Adam eating the apple and the mercy of God in sending his son to redeem humanity. -
TextA Discourse on the Passion of Our L.J.C; Luke 23: 27-28
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon examines the Passion of Christ, focusing on Jesus forbidding the apostles to shed tears at his death and explaining that the meaning of this is that the tears of man should only be shed over the atrocity of sin.This sermon examines the Passion of Christ, focusing on Jesus forbidding the apostles to shed tears at his death and explaining that the meaning of this is that the tears of man should only be shed over the atrocity of sin. -
TextA Discourse on the Passion of our L. J. C. (Lord Jesus Christ); Luke 23: 27-28
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon examines the Passion of Christ, focusing on Jesus forbidding the apostles to shed tears at his death and explaining that the meaning of this is that the tears of man should only be shed over the atrocity of sin.This sermon examines the Passion of Christ, focusing on Jesus forbidding the apostles to shed tears at his death and explaining that the meaning of this is that the tears of man should only be shed over the atrocity of sin. -
TextA Discourse on the Passion of our Lord J.C.; no verse
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon cautions against questioning the decisions of God based on the limited knowledge and reason of humanity, specifically in regards to the Passion and Crucifixion of Jesus Christ.This sermon cautions against questioning the decisions of God based on the limited knowledge and reason of humanity, specifically in regards to the Passion and Crucifixion of Jesus Christ. -
TextA Discourse on the Religious State; John 6:15
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon discusses the ways in which women who choose to join a religious order must isolate themselves from the world in order to achieve a truly religious spirit.This sermon discusses the ways in which women who choose to join a religious order must isolate themselves from the world in order to achieve a truly religious spirit. -
TextA Naviate in Domini; Luke 2:10
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon reflects on God's love through the lens of Jesus' birth.This sermon reflects on God's love through the lens of Jesus' birth. -
TextA Profession Discourse; Luke 9:23
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon addresses the importance of self-denial for women seeking a religious profession, emphasizing that self-denial prevents one from falling victim to religious enemies, and explaining that entering into a religious life is the best form of religious penance.This sermon addresses the importance of self-denial for women seeking a religious profession, emphasizing that self-denial prevents one from falling victim to religious enemies, and explaining that entering into a religious life is the best form of religious penance. -
TextA Sermon for Quinquagesima Sunday; Luke 18:34
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon addresses the linked concpets of Ignorance and False Conscience, cautioning against the desire to seek knowledge of the eternal when it has not been permitted for you to know.This sermon addresses the linked concpets of Ignorance and False Conscience, cautioning against the desire to seek knowledge of the eternal when it has not been permitted for you to know. -
TextA Sermon for the 11th Sunday after Pentecost; Mark 7:35
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon explores the dangers of speech and the many ways in which man can use this gift for harm, including swearing, false oaths, and lying.This sermon explores the dangers of speech and the many ways in which man can use this gift for harm, including swearing, false oaths, and lying. -
TextA Sermon for the 17th Sunday after Pentecost; Matthew 22-37
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon celebrates the love God has for humanity, describing the oath christians have to love God and the manners in which christians should practice their love toward God with prayer being an example.This sermon celebrates the love God has for humanity, describing the oath christians have to love God and the manners in which christians should practice their love toward God with prayer being an example. -
TextA Sermon for the 1st Sunday of Lent, "On Fasting and Abstinence;" Matthew 4: 4
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon addresses the importance of eccumenical fasting, outlining the ways in which it should be properly observed and the purposes of observing the practice.This sermon addresses the importance of eccumenical fasting, outlining the ways in which it should be properly observed and the purposes of observing the practice. -
TextA Sermon for the 20th Sunday after Pentecost; John 4:46
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon considers the dynamics of a Christian family, including the proper relationship dynamics between parents and their children, as well as godparents and their godchildren.This sermon considers the dynamics of a Christian family, including the proper relationship dynamics between parents and their children, as well as godparents and their godchildren. -
TextA Sermon for the 2nd Sunday of Lent; Thessalonians 4:2
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon explores the concept of love and forgiveness for all mankind as taught by Jesus Christ and conveyed by the apostle Paul.This sermon explores the concept of love and forgiveness for all mankind as taught by Jesus Christ and conveyed by the apostle Paul. -
TextA Sermon for the 4th Sunday after Pentecost; Luke 5:8
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon examines the virtue of humility, explaining what true humility consists of, outlining methods by which one can become humble, and emphasizing the importance of humility in gaining salvation.This sermon examines the virtue of humility, explaining what true humility consists of, outlining methods by which one can become humble, and emphasizing the importance of humility in gaining salvation. -
TextA Sermon for the Feast of All Souls; Jeremiah 1:12
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon explains Purgatory, describing the horrors of purgatory and the obligations and interests christians should have in aiding souls that reside in purgatory.This sermon explains Purgatory, describing the horrors of purgatory and the obligations and interests christians should have in aiding souls that reside in purgatory. -
TextA Sermon for the First Sunday of Advent; Luke 21: 27
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon describes the reprobate through horrifying imagery, characterizing the people who will be left behind on earth while Jesus carries his elect few to Heaven.This sermon describes the reprobate through horrifying imagery, characterizing the people who will be left behind on earth while Jesus carries his elect few to Heaven. -
TextA Sermon for the first Sunday of Lent; Matthew 4:1
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon seeks to instruct Christians on the proper way to embody a true and whole love for God as has been commanded.This sermon seeks to instruct Christians on the proper way to embody a true and whole love for God as has been commanded. -
TextA sermon on the death of the Rev. Mr. George Whitefield. : Preached at the chapel in Tottenham-court-road, and at the tabernacle near Moorfields, on Sunday, November 18, 1770
Wesley, John, 1703-1791Summary: "According to Whitefield’s wishes, his long-time friend and fellow founder of Methodism, John Wesley, preached this funeral sermon at both of Whitefield’s London chapels. While Whitefield’s Calvinist colleagues understandably objected to Wesley’s omission of his Calvinism, it was nonetheless a heartfelt tribute to his dear friend and fellow evangelist.CopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESSummary: "According to Whitefield’s wishes, his long-time friend and fellow founder of Methodism, John Wesley, preached this funeral sermon at both of Whitefield’s London chapels. While Whitefield’s Calvinist colleagues understandably objected to Wesley’s omission of his Calvinism, it was nonetheless a heartfelt tribute to his dear friend and fellow evangelist. -
TextA sermon, on gods governing the world; : preached in London in ... 1682
Slater, Samuel, -1704Summary:CopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESSummary: -
TextAin Sermon uon der frucht vnd nutzbarkait des hayligen Sacraments
Luther, Martin, 1483-1546Summary: Sermon preached April 2, 1523 (Maundy Thursday), on the value and efficacy of the Holy Sacrament.Date Issued or PublishedCollectionCopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESSummary: Sermon preached April 2, 1523 (Maundy Thursday), on the value and efficacy of the Holy Sacrament. -
TextAin sermon vo[n] der Beraitung tzüm sterbe[n]
Luther, Martin, 1483-1546Summary: Early sermon of Luther's on preparing for death. One of twenty-two German printings to appear in six years.Date Issued or PublishedCollectionCopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESSummary: Early sermon of Luther's on preparing for death. One of twenty-two German printings to appear in six years. -
TextAinn Sermon oder Predigt von der Aufferstehung Christi
Alber, Matthäus, 1495-1570Summary: First and possibly only edition of a sermon by Mathäus Alber on the resurrection of Christ. Alber was an active reformer in Swabia, particularly in Reutlingen and Esslingen.Date Issued or PublishedCollectionCopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESSummary: First and possibly only edition of a sermon by Mathäus Alber on the resurrection of Christ. Alber was an active reformer in Swabia, particularly in Reutlingen and Esslingen. -
TextAm. [sic] Sermon. zü sant Mychael getho[n] zu Erffordt auff den tag der aylff Tausent junckfrauwen vom glauben vnd wercken
Luther, Martin, 1483-1546Summary: Sermon preached in Erfurt, October 21, 1522, on Matthew 25:1ff. (Wise and Foolish Virgins).Date Issued or PublishedCollectionCopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESSummary: Sermon preached in Erfurt, October 21, 1522, on Matthew 25:1ff. (Wise and Foolish Virgins). -
TextBritain's mercies, and Britain's duty. : Represented in a sermon preach'd at Philadelphia, on Sunday, August 24, 1746. And occasioned by the suppression of the late unnatural rebellion
Whitefield, George, 1714-1770Summary: "...a political sermon by Whitefield displaying the British Protestant patriotism and anti-Catholicism that he shared with many evangelicals."CopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESSummary: "...a political sermon by Whitefield displaying the British Protestant patriotism and anti-Catholicism that he shared with many evangelicals." -
TextChristmas Day; Luke 2: 15 (Another version of folder 2, Item 12)
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon addresses the humble birth of Jesus, describing the conditions of his Birth and encouraging followers of Jesus to embody his same humility in birth by abstaining from luxury or excess.This sermon addresses the humble birth of Jesus, describing the conditions of his Birth and encouraging followers of Jesus to embody his same humility in birth by abstaining from luxury or excess. -
TextChristmas Day; Luke 2:15
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon addresses the humble birth of Jesus, encouraging followers of Jesus to embody his same humility in birth by abstaining from luxury or excess.This sermon addresses the humble birth of Jesus, encouraging followers of Jesus to embody his same humility in birth by abstaining from luxury or excess. -
TextDas Euangelion am ersten Sontag der Dreyualtickeit
Luther, Martin, 1483-1546Summary: Sermon preached May 27, 1526, on John 3:1-16 (Nicodemus).Date Issued or PublishedCollectionCopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESSummary: Sermon preached May 27, 1526, on John 3:1-16 (Nicodemus). -
TextDas Euangelium vom fischfang Petri
Luther, Martin, 1483-1546Summary: Sermon preached July 20, 1522, on Luke 5:1-11 (Peter's large catch of fish).Date Issued or PublishedCollectionCopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESSummary: Sermon preached July 20, 1522, on Luke 5:1-11 (Peter's large catch of fish). -
TextDiscourse for Palm Sunday; Matthew 21:5
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon cautions against accepting Jesus Christ into your heart under false pretenses, but that all good Christians must accept him fully as their Lord and give up their sinful desires.This sermon cautions against accepting Jesus Christ into your heart under false pretenses, but that all good Christians must accept him fully as their Lord and give up their sinful desires. -
TextDiscourse for a Religious Profession; Job 14:15
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon celebrates the call to religious service, or vocation, as a gift from God and a responsibility of faith.This sermon celebrates the call to religious service, or vocation, as a gift from God and a responsibility of faith. -
TextDiscourse for the 1st Sunday of Lent; Matthew 1:4
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon celebrates the manner in which Jesus Christ could understand the word of God, describing different calamities and symbols and their significance in the bible.This sermon celebrates the manner in which Jesus Christ could understand the word of God, describing different calamities and symbols and their significance in the bible. -
TextDiscourse for the first Sunday after Pentecost; Luke 6:37
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon cautions against rash judgement and condemnation of others as it is in direct conflict with the virtues of Charity and love which all Christians should practice.This sermon cautions against rash judgement and condemnation of others as it is in direct conflict with the virtues of Charity and love which all Christians should practice. -
TextDrey schön Sermon
Luther, Martin, 1483-1546Summary: Three sermons preached June 10, July 13, 20, 1522, on texts John 10:1 (unlawful entry into sheepfold), Luke 6:36 (Be merciful as God is), and Luke 5:1-11 (Peter's large catch of fish).Date Issued or PublishedCollectionCopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESSummary: Three sermons preached June 10, July 13, 20, 1522, on texts John 10:1 (unlawful entry into sheepfold), Luke 6:36 (Be merciful as God is), and Luke 5:1-11 (Peter's large catch of fish). -
TextEin Sermon Doctor Martini Luthers Augustiner zuo Wittemberg, gepredigt an der heyligen drey Künig Tag, nach' mittag, vonn dem reych Christi vn[d] Herodis
Luther, Martin, 1483-1546Summary: Third printing of a sermon by Martin Luther contrasting the respective powers of Christ and Herod, whereby the latter is associated with papal authority.Date Issued or PublishedCollectionCopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESSummary: Third printing of a sermon by Martin Luther contrasting the respective powers of Christ and Herod, whereby the latter is associated with papal authority. -
TextEin Sermon vnd eingang in das Erst buoch Mosi, das ist, in das buoch der Schöpfung, : darin grüntlich an zaygt wirt, der Artickel des glaube[n]s so wir sprechen, Ich glaub in got vater almechtigen, schöpffer himel vnd erdtrichs
Luther, Martin, 1483-1546Summary: This sermon on Genesis 1:1-5, was preached March 15, 1523. It is the first sermon that lasted until autumn, 1524. The entire series was not printed until 1527.Date Issued or PublishedCollectionCopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESSummary: This sermon on Genesis 1:1-5, was preached March 15, 1523. It is the first sermon that lasted until autumn, 1524. The entire series was not printed until 1527. -
TextEin Sermon vom Creutz vnd leiden : vnd wie man sich darein schicken sol
Luther, Martin, 1483-1546Summary: The first sermon Luther preached in the Coburg Castle on April 16, 1530. The theme is the Cross and Suffering.Date Issued or PublishedCollectionCopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESSummary: The first sermon Luther preached in the Coburg Castle on April 16, 1530. The theme is the Cross and Suffering. -
TextEin nützlich vnd fast tröstlich predig, oder vnderrichtung, : wie sich ein Christen mensch mit freüdenn bereyten sol zü sterbenn
Luther, Martin, 1483-1546Summary: Sermon prepared at the request of Spalatin for M. Schart on worthy preparation for death, but never preached.Date Issued or PublishedCollectionCopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESSummary: Sermon prepared at the request of Spalatin for M. Schart on worthy preparation for death, but never preached. -
TextEine Predigt. Wie ein Christ hie auff Erden, seliglich reisen vnd wandel sol : Vnd was jm in solcher Reise hindern mag. Gestellet auff die Wort S. Paulus, Ephe. 5. Seid Gottes Nach Folger, als die lieben Kinder. Sampt einer kurtzen Auslegung des ersten Psalmen
Spangenberg, JohannSummary: Sermon on Christian life by the Lutheran preacher Johann Spangenberg, based on Ephesians 5:1, followed by an interpretation of Psalm 1.Date Issued or PublishedCollectionCopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESSummary: Sermon on Christian life by the Lutheran preacher Johann Spangenberg, based on Ephesians 5:1, followed by an interpretation of Psalm 1. -
TextEine kurtze schöne christliche Prediget, vom hochwirdigen Sacrament des Abentmals vnsers Herrn Jhesu Christi : Sampt einer Predigt, Wie ein Christ hie auff Erden seliglich reisen vnd wandeln sol, Vnd was jm jn solcher Reise hindern mag, gestellet auff die Wort S. Paulus, Ephe. v. Seid Gottes nach Folger, als die lieben Kinder. Mit einer Kurtzen Auslegung des ersten Psalmen
Spangenberg, JohannSummary: Two sermons by the Lutheran preacher Johann Spangenberg on the sacrament of the eucharist and on Christian life, based on Ephesians 5, as well as a short exegesis of Psalm 1.Date Issued or PublishedCollectionCopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESSummary: Two sermons by the Lutheran preacher Johann Spangenberg on the sacrament of the eucharist and on Christian life, based on Ephesians 5, as well as a short exegesis of Psalm 1. -
TextEyn Sermon auff den vierden Sontag nach Ostern : Johannis 16
Luther, Martin, 1483-1546Summary: First edition of a sermon by Martin Luther on the judgment and righteousness of God. In the second part of the sermon Luther denies the judicial authority of the pope and councils.Date Issued or PublishedCollectionCopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESSummary: First edition of a sermon by Martin Luther on the judgment and righteousness of God. In the second part of the sermon Luther denies the judicial authority of the pope and councils. -
TextEyn Sermon auff den vierdten sontag nach Ostern Johannis .16
Luther, Martin, 1483-1546Summary: Sermon preached May 3, 1523, in the presence of Duke Bogislaus of Pomerania, on John 16:5-14.Date Issued or PublishedCollectionCopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESSummary: Sermon preached May 3, 1523, in the presence of Duke Bogislaus of Pomerania, on John 16:5-14. -
TextEyn Sermon von dem heyligen hochwirdigen Sacrame[n]t der Tauffe
Luther, Martin, 1483-1546Summary: Second Wittenberg (and first 1520) printing of a sermon by Luther on the Sacrament of Baptism.Date Issued or PublishedCollectionCopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESSummary: Second Wittenberg (and first 1520) printing of a sermon by Luther on the Sacrament of Baptism. -
TextEyn Sermon von der Betrachtu[n]g des Heyligen Leydens Christi
Luther, Martin, 1483-1546Summary: Early Luther sermon on how a Christian ought to view the suffering and death of Christ. First printed in 1519, this is the fifth documented Wittenberg printing of the text.Date Issued or PublishedCollectionCopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESSummary: Early Luther sermon on how a Christian ought to view the suffering and death of Christ. First printed in 1519, this is the fifth documented Wittenberg printing of the text. -
TextFirst of three short discourses, all untitled, concerning candidates for a religious profession
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon explains the importance of renouncing both worldly pleasures and oneself when seeking a religious profession.This sermon explains the importance of renouncing both worldly pleasures and oneself when seeking a religious profession. -
TextFor a Religious Profession; Deuteronomy 26:7
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon examines the importance of choosing God as a Christian and the meaning behind being given that choice.This sermon examines the importance of choosing God as a Christian and the meaning behind being given that choice. -
TextFor the 8th Sunday after Pentecost; Luke 16:2
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon presents the four methods of general judgement by which humanity will be assessed in the end of days.This sermon presents the four methods of general judgement by which humanity will be assessed in the end of days. -
TextFor the Second Sunday of Lent, "On Contrition;" John 26:23
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon discusses the aspects of the sacrament of penance, contrition and confession, as they should be undertaken during Lent.This sermon discusses the aspects of the sacrament of penance, contrition and confession, as they should be undertaken during Lent. -
TextOn Christmas Eve; Luke 2:10. Bruges 1789
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon addresses the humble birth of Jesus, emphasizing the importance of virtuous humility and revering Jesus's love for humanity.This sermon addresses the humble birth of Jesus, emphasizing the importance of virtuous humility and revering Jesus's love for humanity. -
TextOn Christmas Eve; Luke 2:12. Notes in pencil "Copied from Burges Sermon"
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon addresses the humble birth of Jesus, emphasizing the importance of virtuous humility and revering Jesus's love for humanity.This sermon addresses the humble birth of Jesus, emphasizing the importance of virtuous humility and revering Jesus's love for humanity. -
TextOn the Passion of our L.J.C.; Ephesians 5:2
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon celebrates Jesus's love and passion, describing his death, sacrifice, and suffering for humanity despite our sins and cruelty.This sermon celebrates Jesus's love and passion, describing his death, sacrifice, and suffering for humanity despite our sins and cruelty. -
TextPaulus Spricht zu den Colossern
Melanchthon, Philipp, 1497-1560An unpublished manuscript signed and dated (1551) by Philipp Melanchthon. Written on three sides of two sheets, it is a meditation on the Third Chapter of Paul's Letter to the Colossians. The two leaves on which the meditation is written (19 x 29 cm.) show signs of insect damage and have been repaired with Japanese paper. The verso of the title page holds the inscription "C. S. V. R. mit Galt" near the top with a less readable second line. Near the bottom is the inscription "1551 mit Galt". For their protection, both pieces were encapsulated in mylar.Date CreatedCollectionsCopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESAn unpublished manuscript signed and dated (1551) by Philipp Melanchthon. Written on three sides of two sheets, it is a meditation on the Third Chapter of Paul's Letter to the Colossians. The two leaves on which the meditation is written (19 x 29 cm.) show signs of insect damage and have been repaired with Japanese paper. The verso of the title page holds the inscription "C. S. V. R. mit Galt" near the top with a less readable second line. Near the bottom is the inscription "1551 mit Galt". For their protection, both pieces were encapsulated in mylar. -
TextSecond of three short discourses, all untitled, concerning candidates for a religious profession
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon addresses the blessings God has conferred on his followers, describing the Jubilee and the forgiveness of debts.This sermon addresses the blessings God has conferred on his followers, describing the Jubilee and the forgiveness of debts. -
TextSermon an dem xiii. [sic] Sontag nach Pfingsten
Luther, Martin, 1483-1546Summary: Sermon preached November 1, 1523, on Matthew 18:23-35 (the parable of the forgiven debtor who was unforgiving).Date Issued or PublishedCollectionCopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESSummary: Sermon preached November 1, 1523, on Matthew 18:23-35 (the parable of the forgiven debtor who was unforgiving). -
TextSermon for Sexagesmia; Luke 8: 15
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon examines the virtue of patience, outlining multiple reasons for why patience is important and why Christians are obligated to practice patience.This sermon examines the virtue of patience, outlining multiple reasons for why patience is important and why Christians are obligated to practice patience. -
TextSermon for the 1st Sunday of Advent, "On the General Judgement
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon cautions against growing complacent in the face of the fear invoked by considering the day of Final Judgement and encourages Christians to keep in mind the eventual day that their immortal souls will stand before God for Judgement.This sermon cautions against growing complacent in the face of the fear invoked by considering the day of Final Judgement and encourages Christians to keep in mind the eventual day that their immortal souls will stand before God for Judgement. -
TextSermon for the 22nd Sunday after Pentecost; Matthew 22:21
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon examines the sin of theft, explaining the different kinds of theft and injustice, and the obligation and conditions of restoration for theft.This sermon examines the sin of theft, explaining the different kinds of theft and injustice, and the obligation and conditions of restoration for theft. -
TextSermon for the 24th Sunday after Pentecost; Matthew 24:15
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon examines sin, describing the variety of kinds of sins, being corporal or spiritual, and the effects of sin on our bodies and on our soul.This sermon examines sin, describing the variety of kinds of sins, being corporal or spiritual, and the effects of sin on our bodies and on our soul. -
TextSermon for the 3rd Sunday of Lent; Luke 16:22
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon explains the horror of Hell, describing the eternal torment and suffering of those who lead sinful lives.This sermon explains the horror of Hell, describing the eternal torment and suffering of those who lead sinful lives. -
TextSermon for the 4th Sunday in Lent; John 20:23
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon examines the practice of confession, emphasizing the importance of revealing one's sins in order to receive forgiveness, and outlining the appropriate times in which absolution should be withheld.This sermon examines the practice of confession, emphasizing the importance of revealing one's sins in order to receive forgiveness, and outlining the appropriate times in which absolution should be withheld. -
TextSermon for the 4th Sunday of Lent; John 9:8-9
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon addresses false reports, addressing both those that make false reports and those that listen to them.This sermon addresses false reports, addressing both those that make false reports and those that listen to them. -
TextSermon for the 5th Sunday after Easter; John 16:23
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon addresses prayer, emphasizing that consistent prayer is necessary to receive salvation, but prayer must be done correctly, as in, with humility and without sin, to be fruitful.This sermon addresses prayer, emphasizing that consistent prayer is necessary to receive salvation, but prayer must be done correctly, as in, with humility and without sin, to be fruitful. -
TextSermon for the 5th Sunday of Epiphany; no verse
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon examines conversations, emphasizing that the frequency of conversations can easily lead to sin and thus Christians should be wary to practice good and pious conversations.This sermon examines conversations, emphasizing that the frequency of conversations can easily lead to sin and thus Christians should be wary to practice good and pious conversations. -
TextSermon for the 7th Sunday after Pentecost; Matthew 7:19
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon reminds Christians that to earn God's mercy and find salvation after death, you must actively seek out penance and work towards a life without sin.This sermon reminds Christians that to earn God's mercy and find salvation after death, you must actively seek out penance and work towards a life without sin. -
TextSermon for the Sunday within the Oct. of the Holy Sacrament, Luke 14:16
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon addresses the sacrifice of Jesus and the continual practice of Mass, indicating the importance of attending mass, the situations in which people can be excused from Mass without sin, and the dispositions necessary to benefit from Mass.This sermon addresses the sacrifice of Jesus and the continual practice of Mass, indicating the importance of attending mass, the situations in which people can be excused from Mass without sin, and the dispositions necessary to benefit from Mass. -
TextSermon for the [?] Sunday of Advent; Luke 3:3
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon examines the practice of penance, explaining examples of Jesus's penitence and necessary qualities that distinguish one's penance as truthful.This sermon examines the practice of penance, explaining examples of Jesus's penitence and necessary qualities that distinguish one's penance as truthful. -
TextSermon on the Feast of All Saints; Matthew 5:12
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon addresses the rewards promised to the blessed and faithful in Heaven, consistently emphasizing that these rewards are far more magnificent than any man-made riches or wonders.This sermon addresses the rewards promised to the blessed and faithful in Heaven, consistently emphasizing that these rewards are far more magnificent than any man-made riches or wonders. -
TextThankfulness for mercies received a necessary duty: : A farewel sermon preached on board the Whitaker, at anchor near Savannah in Georgia, on Sunday May the 17th [i.e. 7th?] 1738
Whitefield, George, 1714-1770Summary: "After nearly four months at sea on the Whitaker, anchored near Savannah, Georgia, Whitefield preached this farewell sermon to his shipmates, urging thankfulness to God for their safe arrival..."CopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESSummary: "After nearly four months at sea on the Whitaker, anchored near Savannah, Georgia, Whitefield preached this farewell sermon to his shipmates, urging thankfulness to God for their safe arrival..." -
TextThe Lord our righteousness : a sermon preached on Fryday forenoon, September 11th, 1741 in the High-Church-Yard of Glasgow, upon Jer. xxxiii, 16
Whitefield, George, 1714-1770Summary: A sermon on Jeremiah 33 preached first in Boston, Massachusetts, during the height of Whitefield's popularity, and then again in Glasgow, Scotland.CopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESSummary: A sermon on Jeremiah 33 preached first in Boston, Massachusetts, during the height of Whitefield's popularity, and then again in Glasgow, Scotland. -
TextThe eternity of hell torments : a sermon preached at Savannah in Georgia
Whitefield, George, 1714-1770Summary:CopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESSummary: -
TextThe heinous sin of drunkeness. : A sermon preached on board the Whitaker
Whitefield, George, 1714-1770Summary: "In this moralistic sermon (a common genre in the evangelical movement), aimed at promoting Christian conduct on the Whitaker, Whitefield laments that even some who people profess to be Christian have fallen into the sin of drunkenness. He goes on to give six reasons why drunkenness is incompatible with Christianity and argues that it imperils one’s salvation. Whitefield exhorts his hearers to turn away from the sin of drunkenness to a life of prayer and self-denial in which they labor “to be filled with the Spirit of God” (Eph. 5:6)."CopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESSummary: "In this moralistic sermon (a common genre in the evangelical movement), aimed at promoting Christian conduct on the Whitaker, Whitefield laments that even some who people profess to be Christian have fallen into the sin of drunkenness. He goes on to give six reasons why drunkenness is incompatible with Christianity and argues that it imperils one’s salvation. Whitefield exhorts his hearers to turn away from the sin of drunkenness to a life of prayer and self-denial in which they labor “to be filled with the Spirit of God” (Eph. 5:6)." -
TextThe marks of the new birth. : A sermon preached at the parish church of St. Mary, White-Chapel, London
Whitefield, George, 1714-1770Summary: This theme [of transformation/rebirth] is continued in The Marks of the New Birth, which takes as its text Acts 19:5: “Have you received the Holy Ghost since ye believed?” Here, Whitefield presses the necessity of receiving the Holy Spirit in order to be a true Christian, the marks by which one can determine they have received the Spirit, and he then gives practical words of advice to people in different stages of their spiritual journeys.Date Issued or PublishedCopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESSummary: This theme [of transformation/rebirth] is continued in The Marks of the New Birth, which takes as its text Acts 19:5: “Have you received the Holy Ghost since ye believed?” Here, Whitefield presses the necessity of receiving the Holy Spirit in order to be a true Christian, the marks by which one can determine they have received the Spirit, and he then gives practical words of advice to people in different stages of their spiritual journeys. -
TextThe necessity of the righteousness of Christ. : A farewel [sic.] sermon preached at Morefields, June 3, 1739
Whitefield, George, 1714-1770Summary: A farewell sermon given in Moorfields, London, stressing themes of salvation, atonement, and justification.CopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESSummary: A farewell sermon given in Moorfields, London, stressing themes of salvation, atonement, and justification. -
TextThird of three short discourses, all untitled, concerning candidates for a religious profession
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon addresses the importance of renouncing wordly pleasures in order to enter the religious state, emphasizing that one seeking a religious profession must look to their instructors to learn about spiritual mysteries.This sermon addresses the importance of renouncing wordly pleasures in order to enter the religious state, emphasizing that one seeking a religious profession must look to their instructors to learn about spiritual mysteries. -
TextTwo farewell sermons
Whitefield, George, 1714-1770Summary: Sermons delivered before Whitefield's departure on his final trip to Georgia and published in England following the news of his death.CopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESSummary: Sermons delivered before Whitefield's departure on his final trip to Georgia and published in England following the news of his death. -
TextUntitled; Ephesians 5:2
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon celebrates Jesus's love and passion, describing his death, sacrifice, and suffering for humanity despite our sins and cruelty.This sermon celebrates Jesus's love and passion, describing his death, sacrifice, and suffering for humanity despite our sins and cruelty. -
TextUntitled; Ephesians 5:2. (Another version of Folder 3, Item 34)
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon celebrates Jesus's love and passion, describing his death, sacrifice, and suffering for humanity despite our sins and cruelty.This sermon celebrates Jesus's love and passion, describing his death, sacrifice, and suffering for humanity despite our sins and cruelty. -
TextUntitled; Hebrews 9:27
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon cautions against waiting too long to turn to God, warning that there is no chance to have such a change of faith on your deathbed, rather that a life of dedication is the only way to find salvation after death.This sermon cautions against waiting too long to turn to God, warning that there is no chance to have such a change of faith on your deathbed, rather that a life of dedication is the only way to find salvation after death. -
TextUntitled; II Corinthians 6:2
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon defines the Jubilee, describing when it occurs, remittances for servitude, and the forgiveness of debt.This sermon defines the Jubilee, describing when it occurs, remittances for servitude, and the forgiveness of debt. -
TextUntitled; John 6:59
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon celebrates Jesus Christ and his love for Christians.This sermon celebrates Jesus Christ and his love for Christians. -
TextUntitled; Matthew 17:2
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon explores the meaning of transformation through the lens of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, reminding Christians that a Jesus was transformed after death, they must work to transform their hearts through seeking to be virtuous in their actions.This sermon explores the meaning of transformation through the lens of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, reminding Christians that a Jesus was transformed after death, they must work to transform their hearts through seeking to be virtuous in their actions. -
TextUntitled; Matthew 22:39
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon addresses the importance of loving one's neighbor, explaining why God asks us to love our neighbors and the qualities of a healthy love for one's neighbors.This sermon addresses the importance of loving one's neighbor, explaining why God asks us to love our neighbors and the qualities of a healthy love for one's neighbors. -
TextUntitled; Matthew 4:1-2
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon addresses the ways in which Jesus Christ acts as an example of the strength and fortitude needed to resist temptation and fight against the work of the Devil.This sermon addresses the ways in which Jesus Christ acts as an example of the strength and fortitude needed to resist temptation and fight against the work of the Devil. -
TextUntitled; Matthew 5:9
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon focuses on God as a bringer of peace, emphasizing that the Kingdom of God is one of eternal peace and that those who seek to create and bring peace to the world are the true Children of God.This sermon focuses on God as a bringer of peace, emphasizing that the Kingdom of God is one of eternal peace and that those who seek to create and bring peace to the world are the true Children of God. -
TextUntitled; Romans 4:25
Archer, James, 1751-1834This sermon examines the cruxificition of Jesus Christ, describing the manner in which he died, the betrayal of the apostle Judas, and Jesus's persistent love of humanity despite their actions.This sermon examines the cruxificition of Jesus Christ, describing the manner in which he died, the betrayal of the apostle Judas, and Jesus's persistent love of humanity despite their actions. -
TextUntitled; no verse. Concerning the loyalty of Catholics to their country
Archer, James, 1751-1834This brief piece reminds Christians to be grateful for the victories God has given them over the enemies of their countries.This brief piece reminds Christians to be grateful for the victories God has given them over the enemies of their countries. -
TextUntitled; no verse. Concerning the loyalty of Catholics to their country
Archer, James, 1751-1834This brief piece calls attention to the words of St. Chrysostom, who admired those Christians who faithfully and honorably served where God had placed themThis brief piece calls attention to the words of St. Chrysostom, who admired those Christians who faithfully and honorably served where God had placed them -
TextZwo Predig über der Leiche des Kurfürsten Hertzog Johans zu[o] Sachssen
Luther, Martin, 1483-1546Summary: Two funeral sermons by Martin Luther on the occasion of John the Steadfast, Elector of Saxony, who had founded and headed the Smalcaldic League. John was succeeded by his son Johann Friedrich I.Date Issued or PublishedCollectionCopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESSummary: Two funeral sermons by Martin Luther on the occasion of John the Steadfast, Elector of Saxony, who had founded and headed the Smalcaldic League. John was succeeded by his son Johann Friedrich I. -
TextZwo schöne tröstliche Predigt zu Smalkalden gethon
Luther, Martin, 1483-1546Summary: One sermon expanded by G. Rörer into two, preached February 18, 1537, on text: Matthew IV, 1-11. The subjects are Temptation, and Last Things.Date Issued or PublishedCollectionCopyrightNO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATESSummary: One sermon expanded by G. Rörer into two, preached February 18, 1537, on text: Matthew IV, 1-11. The subjects are Temptation, and Last Things.