Background: Ebenezer Maxwell was born in 1783 and graduated from Union College in 1805.  He was ordained as pastor of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church in Delhi, NY in 1812. In 1813 he married Margaret Foote, daughter of Ebenezer and Jerusha Foote of Delhi.  He died in 1840 and was buried at Arbor Hill, in Delhi, NY. The inscription on his tombstone reads: "To the memory of the Rev. Ebenezer K. Maxwell who for 27 years preached the Gospel of Christ in the Town of Delhi with fidelity, enforced by purity of moral character in the hope of glorious immorality.  He rested from his labors July 2, 1840 aged 56 years, 6 months, 2 days."

Note: Hard to read, as is the original.  Originally written in 1818. First sermon preached at the Delaware County Poor House, January 15, 1829: 26 paupers.

...this consideration be excited to redeem our time, to initiate the example of them who have gone before in the full prospect of immortal glory, that with them we also may enjoy the inheritance of the blessed? The text suggests many reflections worthy of our present attention. “Remember how short my time is:” Method: First, we shall speak of the brevity of human life? (N.K. psalms 1 & 2 p. 8) Secondly, what preparation necessary to finish our course with joy and enter the promised Rest? 1. The principles of grace enjoyed? 2. [] 3. Performance of holy duties? ([] therefore from p.9) Lastly[] we shall mention some of the most important duties incumbant upon us from the consideration of the shortness of human life? 1. an interest in Jesus? 2. Conformity to his [image] 3. Preparation for faith (jch: 14:1 p.22 ~)...

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Courtesy of the Delaware County Historical Association Archives, 46549 State Hwy 10, Delhi, NY, 13753.