All Items 29 Collection 2 Archives & Special Collections 29 Emily Dickinson Collection 1 Contributor 6 Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 28 Amherst College 1 Amherst College. Class of 1832. Lord 1 Dickinson, Emily, 1830-1886 1 Jesus Christ 1 Lord, Otis P., (Otis Phillips), 1812-1884 1 show more 1 show fewer Location 1 Massachusetts 1 Topic 20 Sermons 27 Outlines, syllabi, etc. 26 Christianity 7 Religious aspects 4 Criticism, interpretation, etc. 2 Fast-day sermons 2 God (Christianity) 2 Prayer 2 Religious awakening 2 Archives 1 Children of God 1 Christian life 1 Christian stewardship 1 Christians 1 Conduct of life 1 Correspondence 1 Duty 1 Funeral sermons 1 Judgment 1 Judgment of God 1 show more 15 show fewer Part Of 2 Edward and Orra White Hitchcock Papers 28 Emily Dickinson Collection 1 Genre 4 Notes 27 Sermons 27 Outlines (documents) 12 Correspondence 1 mods.shelfLocator 1 Box 9 Folder 22 29 Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock quoting Genesis 49:1 and discussing the future in various ways. Hitchcock lists several different examples of people approaching vacation with varying attitudes, and does the same with examples of people approaching death with various attitudes. It appears Hitchcock intends to expand upon what the results might be of these varied attitudes. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock quoting John 14:23 and discussing the value of having the "friendship" of Jesus Christ, remarking on how blessed those who have his friendship are, and urging his hearers to seek Jesus' friendship. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock quoting Acts 2:37 and discussing the concept of convicted sinners, listing reasons why they should be afraid of their future. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Why we have reason to expect the judgments of heaven? Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock listing why people should expect God's judgment, apparently with a focus on the people of the United States, with a list on the final page summarizing the points of a Dr. Chalmers regarding prayer in healing cholera. Why we have reason to expect the judgments of heaven? Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock quoting Romans 8:17 and outlining what it is to be a child of God, what it is to be an heir of God, and what it is to be a "joint heir with Christ," concluding that mankind must suffer with Christ. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock containing two sermon outlines. The first outline quotes Matthew 11:21-22 and discusses the concept of the difference in God's judgment of those living in places that have been exposed to the Gospels compared to those that have not. The second outline quotes Luke 16:2 and discusses the concept of Christian stewardship. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Notes on the first chapter of Genesis Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Notes by Edward Hitchcock on the first chapter of the book of Genesis, in which Hitchcock writes down several questions about the interpretation of certain verses in the chapter, with citations to texts that deal with some of these questions. Hitchcock also includes his own arguments for and against certain interpretations of the text. These notes may have been intended for a sermon or for a course on religion. Notes on the first chapter of Genesis Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Notes by Edward Hitchcock containing the basic outlines for four different sermons. The first quotes Matthew 11:28 and is about man's sinful nature, the second quotes 2 Corinthians 7:11 and is about repentance, the third quotes Isaiah 33:14 and is about those who will burn in hell, and the fourth discusses the ninth chapter of Acts and St. Paul's conversion. Hitchcock has indicated towards the top of each page whether he preached that particular sermon. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, June 6 Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock for a sermon delivered at West Haven, Connecticut listing what points to illustrate using particular verses, though the Bible verses are not indicated in the text. Hitchcock notes which psalms should be used in tandem with this sermon. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, June 6 Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock quoting John 12:8 and reflecting on the question of when Jesus Christ is specially present, listing revivals throughout history that indicate Christ's presence. He ends with remarks about what these revivals demonstrate, suggesting that Amherst College is in a state of revival at present and urging special exertions to honor Christ. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes The missionary work is a work of faith not of calculation Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock commenting upon missionary work and noting specific mission locations to discuss in further detail. He remarks that missions don't seem to prosper but notes Christians are not discouraged by difficulties. Some calculations are written on the final page. The missionary work is a work of faith not of calculation Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1847 February 26 Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock for a Fast Day reflecting on the concept of standing in the way of others' prayers. Hitchcock has noted on the first page that he preached this sermon in 1847 and 1851. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1847 February 26 Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock quoting 2 Kings 4:26 and discussing the situations of parents and children in a religious sense. Hitchcock lists times when things are well with parents and when things are well with children. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 A fragment of paper with sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock quoting several different Bible verses and noting in parentheses what these verses illustrate and other comments. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1837 March 2 Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock quoting Malachi 3:10 and discussing the concept of men who do not give the appropriate worship and love to God, and do not do their Christian duty to God. He puts forth some examples of men who delay repentance and proper worship until they have gained certain earthly things, comparing this to the situation at Amherst College where Hitchcock claims one's duty to God tends to be put off until the end of the term. Hitchcock has noted on the final page that he preached this sermon March 2, 1837 at Amherst College. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1837 March 2 Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock quoting Matthew 24:40, "The one shall be taken and the other left," reflecting on the passage. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1836 April Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock for a sermon delivered at Amherst College in April 1836. The notes quote John 12:35 and posit that there are few opportunities for religious improvement in the world, which Hitchcock seeks to prove by discussing the history of revivals and the effects of revivals. A brief timeline of times of great religious awakening is included. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1836 April Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock quoting Proverbs 16:31 and discussing the concept of righteousness. Hitchcock lists things which he believes lead the way to righteousness, lists why the "hoary head" [grey hair] is a crown of glory, and claims that people must strive for righteousness beginning at a young age. He ends questioning his hearers whether they are on the way of righteousness or the way of destruction. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Edward Hitchcock sermon, 1851 October Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 A sermon by Edward Hitchcock preached at the funeral of a Mr. Spencer and using Chapter 14 of the Book of Job to illustrate Mr. Spencer's life struggles. Hitchcock also provides reasons for why God may destroy someone's hopes for happiness. Edward Hitchcock sermon, 1851 October Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1839 February Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock for a Fast Day noting that the object of the day is to raise the standard of Christian piety, but Hitchcock claims they have failed and the result is displeasing to God. He says Christians will likely be discouraged by this view, but he hopes that discouragement leads them to a great revival of religion. Hitchcock has noted the date he preached this sermon on the final page. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1839 February
