“In this delightful little book, Jonathan Pennington proves himself at home in the library and the pulpit. He draws on an array of disciplines to produce clear, helpful counsel on preparation, writing, fears (“This Sermon Stinks”), praise, and criticism. And don’t miss his consummate instruction on the first and last minutes of a sermon.”

~ Dan Doriani, Professor of Theology and Vice President, Covenant Theological Seminary

“Jonathan Pennington’s Small Preaching is an enormous help to preachers who want to sharpen their skills, deepen their thinking, and amplify their effectiveness. This book beautifully combines the renowned exegetical and hermeneutical skills of an eminent New Testament scholar with the heart and passion of a shepherd who loves God's flock.”

~ Hershael W. York, Dean of the School of Theology and Victor and Louise Lester Professor of Preaching, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, and Senior Pastor, Buck Run Baptist Church

“Compact wisdom. Winsome word pictures. Benefits for beginners, veterans, and those in between. These bite-sized essays are easy to sink your teeth into. Take them in, whether as 25 snacks or a balanced meal. Your listeners will bless you.”

~ Greg Scharf, Professor Emeritus of Homiletics and Pastoral Theology, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School author of Prepared to Preach and Let the Earth Hear His Voice

“This book is unlike any other book on preaching I’ve ever read. For years, Pennington has taught us how to read the Gospels wisely. In this book, he teaches us how to preach the gospel wisely. Intensely practical and specific, this book is a treasure trove of hard-won insights from a seasoned preacher still in the trenches. Focusing on the preacher as much as the preaching, Pennington skillfully fills in some of the most crucial gaps that often get left out of conversations and instruction about preaching. I plan to make it mandatory reading for all the pastors and leaders I have the opportunity to serve and teach.”

~ Beau Hughes, Lead Pastor, The Village Church Denton

“Small things done consistently over time can have a massive impact. In Small Preaching, Jonathan Pennington advocates that minor changes can have a big impact on preachers and their preaching. This book will help preachers who are just starting to hone their skills and seasoned ministers alike.”

~ JT English, Lead Pastor, Storyline Fellowship

"Pastor's do not need another preaching book that simply affirms the significance and impact of preaching.  I am grateful that there are plenty of good ones out there that do this, but we do not need another one.  The book you hold in your hands is different.  It is a preaching book.  But the unimpressive title, Small Preaching, should be an indicator that this book is not the typical grandiose preaching resource.  Jonathan Pennington has written a very helpful, practical, accessible, and uniquely insightful little book that I am convinced has something for every pastor to help him grow in his preaching ministry.  And do not be surprised if you find yourself personally challenged in ways that many preaching books fall short and several pastors fail to examine in their own souls.  Small Preaching may be small in size and length, but not in the practical wisdom of which all pastors desire and need.  I commend it to every pastor."

- Brian Croft, Founder/ Executive Director, Practical Shepherding

“Small Preaching is a purposefully modest, even humble, approach to a task that requires a great deal of humility.  Pennington so helpfully reminds us that preaching is a ‘slow art’ and he pays attention to things not usually covered in traditional books on preaching, things which, nonetheless, are so much a part of the real life of the preaching task.  This  book is stimulating and provocative, and it will make you think about your preaching.  That, in turn, will bear good fruit, maybe even as soon as this coming Sunday.”

- Mike Bullmore, Senior Pastor, Crossway Community Church