The Leader’s Cut with Preston Morrison
Welcome to The Leader’s Cut, hosted by Preston Morrison (Senior Pastor of Pillar Church in Scottsdale, Arizona). Here, we believe you are at your best when you allow God to cut away what’s getting in His way, so He can move through you in powerful, new ways. ”The Leader” refers to Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit, who guides every believer. ”The Cut” is about allowing the Holy Spirit to precisely remove the ”flesh” – those things in our lives that hinder His movement. Just as the Old Testament marked God’s people with physical circumcision, the New Testament calls for a circumcision of the heart. Join us weekly for new episodes, where we pray the Spirit of God speaks directly to you about that week’s topic. From past experiences to practical tips to cheat codes in life, lean into the ‘cuts’ each week for Biblical principles and practical takeaways that you can apply to become the person God created you to be. Watch the video episode each week on Youtube, just search ’The Leader’s Cut.’ Follow Preston on Instagram @prestonmorrison Learn more about Pillar Church at ThePillar.com
Episodes
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Have you ever felt like singleness is just a sentence of loneliness? Are you fixating on the person you don't have, instead of the purpose God has for you right now?
The truth is, singleness only feels like loneliness when you’re doing it wrong.
In this powerful episode, Preston Morrison challenges the destructive lies of isolation, manipulation, and desperation. He lays out how to Steward Singleness Like A Savage by replacing frustration with fierce preparation.
You’ll discover:
The difference between God’s path and your own plans (and why you must stop trying to force what God doesn’t want).
Why the enemy wants you to think "never" when God is actually saying "not yet."
The critical link between the bar you set for yourself as a single person and the bar for the spouse you can marry.
The six areas of preparation you can conquer today to ensure your future is built on a solid foundation going into a relationship.
Stop letting singleness be a drain and start letting it be the fuel for your future!
Thursday Oct 30, 2025
Navigating Dry Seasons (with Tim Ross)
Thursday Oct 30, 2025
Thursday Oct 30, 2025
Does your life feel like a wasteland? Are you in a season where prayer is a struggle, your vision is blurry, and God feels distant? Maybe it’s a dry season relationally, or financially? If you've ever felt like you just can't escape the 'dryness' — this conversation is for you.
So how do you navigate the desert? And what are you truly meant to learn in it?
In this powerful conversation, Preston sits down with Tim Ross to strip away the clichés about the "wilderness season." They reveal that a dry season isn't punishment; it's an appointed place where God prepares you for your greatest breakthrough.
You’ll learn:
Why the desert experience is mandatory for every believer, and what you're actually supposed to be doing while you’re there.
The key perspective shift that turns a season of spiritual dryness into a time of incredible dependence and growth.
How to stop trying to escape the wilderness and start getting everything God intended for you to gain from it.
Don't miss this raw, honest, and empowering guide to navigating dry seasons in life. It's time to stop lamenting your location and start recognizing the powerful work God is doing in the desert.
Thursday Oct 23, 2025
How To Live A Joy-Filled Life (And Have Fun While Doing It)
Thursday Oct 23, 2025
Thursday Oct 23, 2025
Does your life feel a little too heavy? Do you make space for fun? What if the reason you're not having enough fun isn't because of your circumstances, but because you have no clue what joy actually is?
In this episode, Preston dismantles the three major lies that steal your happiness, revealing that joy isn't a luxury you chase; it's a mandate you are commanded to live by.
You’ll discover:
* Why the Holy Spirit gives joy, and why your enemy works so hard to steal it (hint: it utterly annoys him).
* The profound connection between fun and spiritual warfare, and why God views your cheerful heart as medicine in the middle of the battle.
* How to stop letting the lies about fun rob you, and why scheduling joy is one of the highest priorities of a life lived by faith.
* The key to putting down the burdens you were never meant to carry, and finding the simple pleasures of living with Him.
Stop letting the heaviness of your calling weigh you down in the war. It’s time to activate your true strength in the midst of the battle.
Thursday Oct 16, 2025
Your Responsibility In The Next Generation (with Isaac Gross)
Thursday Oct 16, 2025
Thursday Oct 16, 2025
Ready or not, it’s clear that God is on the move—especially within the next generation. So what is your role to play? How does the current and past generations help steward what’s happening around the earth?
One thing is for sure: no matter your age or generation, you have a task appointed to you specifically by the God of the universe.
This conversation is your call to action.
Preston sits down with pastor Isaac Gross to reveal a profound truth: The future isn't just about the next generation; it's about the current generation's response and active stewardship.
They unpack why every generation has a critical, often-overlooked role to play in raising up the one that follows. This episode isn't about simply observing the future—it’s about taking an active role in it.
You'll discover:
The surprising role you play in the move of God happening right now.
Why sitting on the sidelines is not an option.
How to activate your responsibility and leave a lasting legacy of faith.
It's time to stop talking about the state of the next generation and start recognizing what God is doing and take YOUR place. Your role is more vital than you know.
Thursday Oct 09, 2025
How To See Money God's Way
Thursday Oct 09, 2025
Thursday Oct 09, 2025
Do you feel the relentless pressure of money?
It’s a constant voice of scarcity:
“I need to earn more.”
“I need to save more.”
“I need to give more.”
“I just need a little more.”
In this powerful message, Preston exposes the spiritual battle over your finances with one clear message: Money is not evil, but the love of it creates a spiritual poverty that costs you everything.
The question we must ponder is: Do you own your money, or does it own you?
You’ll discover a shocking three-word lie that keeps you perpetually stressed and chasing more—a lie that keeps you from ever being fully obedient to God.
Join us as Preston reveals how to finally shift your perspective, break the power of self-focus, and unlock the profound three-part strategy for living with contentment and security — no matter how much is in your bank account.
It’s time to navigate the weight of wealth and start seeing money God's way.
Thursday Oct 02, 2025
Unlocking The Abundant Life (with Tim Ross)
Thursday Oct 02, 2025
Thursday Oct 02, 2025
Have you ever wondered why the "abundant life" feels less like a promise and more like a myth? Does the life Jesus promised feel miles away from your current reality?
Back with another conversation with his best friend (aka twin), Preston Morrison sits down with Tim Ross to absolutely dismantle the myths surrounding the abundant life.
They unpack a surprising truth: abundance isn't defined by your bank account, your comfort level, or even a life without problems.
So, where is it?
Tim and Preston reveal the keys to unlocking the abundant life -- and it’s a life that’s available to YOU, right now.
Are you ready to step out of a scarcity mindset and into the FULL life you were actually created for? Let's dive in.
Thursday Sep 25, 2025
How Do We Overcome Fear?
Thursday Sep 25, 2025
Thursday Sep 25, 2025
Do you ever battle fear? That voice that screams from your past, your present, and even your future? It's a heavy burden that keeps you from stepping into the very life God has for you.
So, how do you overcome your fears?
In this powerful episode, Preston reveals that fear is not just an emotion—it's a spiritual force that wants to keep you paralyzed. This message isn't just theory; it's a practical battle plan that will help you defeat the spirit of fear and walk in faith.
You’ll discover:
The true source of fear, and why the feeling you have didn’t come from the Father.
The power of community, and why surrounding yourself with friends full of faith is a non-negotiable.
A revelation of God's presence, and why danger is real, but fear is a choice.
What it means to truly let God deliver you from your fears, not just the situation.
It's time to stop running from your fears and start walking in the freedom Jesus has already won.
Thursday Sep 18, 2025
Walking Out Your Call With Confidence (with Brent Hatchett)
Thursday Sep 18, 2025
Thursday Sep 18, 2025
Have you ever felt a calling on your life, but a voice in your head screams, “I’m too scared to do this”? What if the very reason you’re afraid is proof that you’re about to step into a new level with God?
In this honest conversation, Preston sits down with Brent Hatchett to talk about the universal fear we all face when God calls us to something new. They unpack what it truly means to walk out your calling with confidence (*psst! it's not in your own strength*) and why obedience can often feel more like turbulence than peace.
You’ll get clarity on why we fear the level up, and you'll be reminded that you are not alone. This episode reveals that faith isn't the absence of fear, but the courage to get clear on who He is and step out anyway.
If you're tired of running from where God has called you, this is the episode for you. Because the truth is, you’re more ready than you think you are.
Thursday Sep 11, 2025
What Happens When You Worship
Thursday Sep 11, 2025
Thursday Sep 11, 2025
Have you ever felt like you’re in the middle of a battle you just can't win? What if your greatest weapon isn’t a weapon, but a song?
In this episode, Preston reveals what happens when we worship by unpacking the difference between people that worship and a people who truly worship — while exposing the profound reason why there is a war over your worship.
Using powerful biblical examples, you’ll discover that worship is more than an emotional experience—it’s a powerful, two-part assault on the enemy.
You'll learn how to:
Worship Before the Battle: Learn how singing before the fight terrifies your enemy and keeps you focused on your King, not your opponent’s stat sheet.
Worship in the Midst of the Battle: Find out why your praise has the power to break chains and why, in the middle of the chaos, God longs to hear your song.
Worship After the Battle: Understand how your victory song keeps you humble and is the most annoying reminder to the enemy of what your God just did.
Don't miss this eye-opening conversation. It's time to trade your fear for a fighting song and walk in the victory Jesus has already won.
Thursday Sep 04, 2025
Discerning God's Will For Your Life (with Tim Ross)
Thursday Sep 04, 2025
Thursday Sep 04, 2025
Do you ever feel paralyzed by the question, "But is that His will?" Do you feel like you're searching for a secret map, afraid of making the wrong turn?
This week, Preston sits down with his best friend and trusted voice, Tim Ross, to demystify one of the most challenging topics in the Christian life: discerning the will of God.
They pull back the curtain on the profound truth that God's voice often comes not in a grand gesture, but in a still, small whisper. They candidly discuss the fear of getting it wrong sometimes, revealing why it’s a normal part of the process—and why it’s okay. The journey isn't about a single, perfect choice; it’s about a consistent, growing dialogue with the God of the universe.
Are you ready to trade the anxiety of the "wrong turn" for the freedom and clarity that comes from walking in God’s perfect plan? Let's lean into the process.









