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Archibald Alexander (1772-1851) was a Presbyterian theologian and professor at the Princeton Theological Seminary. He argued that the decisive argument for the perpetual obligation of the Sabbath is the fourth commandment. He claimed that it was an eternal law in the same league as the moral precepts.

Alexander talks of truths in his prose. He tells us that Jesus Christ will not ignore any soul that comes to him, that even sinners are welcomed by Christ. He says that no matter the merit, Christ will accept any soul and that the conversion of any soul is a work of God.

Archibald Alexander was a theologian who served as Princeton Theological Seminary's first principal. The theme is about true religion inspired by the spirit, which affects the heart. The author argues that people are brought.

Written while Alexander was in his 70s, the five letters in this booklet candidly acknowledge the trials of aging, while at the same time offering biblical encouragement and hope for the Christian facing death. Alexander considers the "autumn of life" from the perspective of its struggles, its besetting sins, its duties, its unstoppable journey toward death, and the assurance the believer in Jesus Christ can have as death approaches. Everyone will profit from Alexander's wise counsel, especially those past mid-life.

In this sermon, Archibald Alexander deals with prayer. He states that, as far as reason can lead us, we seem to be shut out from all fellowship with our Maker, and whether prayer is permitted would remain forever doubtful, were it not for divine revelation. And that God may be acceptably approached by sinners only through the mediation of his Son.

In this sermon, Archibald Alexander deals with fasting, based on inter alia Isaiah 58:3-5 and Joel 2:12-13. He argues that external fasting, without corresponding internal penitence and humiliation, is hypocrisy and that fasting must be accompanied by true humility.

As a pastor and student of the Bible, Archibald Alexander came to appreciate the different ways that people experience the new birth and its effects. In his book on religious experience, he observed that there is unity and diversity to the conversion experience, and that there is no more important event which occurs in our world than the new birth of an immortal soul.

Archibald Alexander begins this sermon by defining grace particularly as it concerns God’s grace to mankind. The sermon is based on 2 Peter 3:18, and in particular the exhortation to “grow in grace.” It is, as Alexander notes, “as if he had said, increase in holiness, or advance in piety.

Archibald Alexander was a 18th- and 19th-century American Presbyterian theologian and professor at the Princeton Theological Seminary. The evidences of the Christian religion explore the presence of religion in life, nature, and man. Archibald Alexander argues in favor of the rationality of miracles and condemns the rise of theological liberalism.

In Christian churches, there are always men and women who wish to do good, but they don't know what to do. Archibald Alexander has an idea; go into the downtrodden areas of the cities and convince someone to come with you to church. This, he feels, is the responsibility of all Christians wishing to do good in the world.

"When there is no growth, there is no life". Archibald Alexander discusses the things that we have taken for granted. He urges that all Christians face challenges and one must overcome them to grow as a religious person.

Alexander writes this prose to speak directly to the poor man, to tell them not to envy their rich neighbors as their wealth only brings evil. He continues, that the matter of your soul should come first and foremost and not worldly goods. He feels, truly, that nothing in life is exempt from troubles - rich or poor.

Alexander talks about the truth of the gospel in this passage - about how it is both seen internally and externally. He stresses that the internal proof is in the heart, rooted in the truth itself. He uses an analogies for the belief in God; that even though you may not see him, you feel him.

Archibald Alexander decrees that God is the only being who justifies. He stresses that justification is an instrument of Christ, and thus is by faith alone.

While Archibald Alexander feels that no benevolent being takes pleasure in the sufferings of others, he does note that men who sin are never fully absolved of those sins. He discusses univeralists, people who believe in the word of God but not of future punishment. He makes an argument against their claim, that without punishment there is no reward in doing good.

Archibald Alexander feels that all mothers should be pious. He implores that they have strong Christian roots within the home if they are to raise good pious men.

In this sermon, Alexander conveys some rules to live by for young Christians. He urges young - and really all - Christians to form good habits, be particular about the company they keep, and take in knowledge wherever they can.

Archibald Alexander discusses the misery of the souls of the damned. The same things that will bring us humans pleasure, also can bring us the most misery when removed from our lives. The first moment of death, and the day of judgment will be the most dreadful for those who allow sin to go unrepented.

No one knows when the day of Judgement will occur - not even Archibald Alexander. He foretells this day as a day of miracles, where all the lives of the past and ancient patriachs will stand present. And for those who pass judgement of Jesus Christ, their future will be in heaven.

There are certain elements of piety that are common among all Christians. They dedicate theirselves to the Lord, have good will toward all men, to name a few. But to truly be pious, one must spread the word of God to nonbelievers.