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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Wisely Embracing The Cost Of Consecration
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7 hours ago
For too long, we’ve acted like "consecration" and "holiness" are terms reserved for the spiritual elite. We’ve lowered the bar of what it means to be a Christ-follower so much that we’ve forgotten what it looks like to be truly set apart. In this episode, we’re diving into the "romantic" side of consecration—the idea that God doesn’t want you to set yourself apart to earn His love, but as a response to the fact that you already have it.
In this conversation, we’re pulling back the curtain on:
The Big Myth Of Consecration: Why the call to be holy isn’t just for people with a title of ‘pastor’, and why thinking that way is keeping you from your greatest purpose.
The Danger of Your Own Playbook: Who sets the boundaries in your life? If you’re the one deciding how far is "too far," you might be setting yourself up for the very attacks you’re praying to avoid.
Your Secret Identity: We reveal the massive biblical truth that you aren't just a "partaker"—you are a priest. We explore what it actually means to minister to God before you ever try to do anything for Him.
Gift vs. Sacrifice: Why God isn't looking for your extravagant gifts, but for the one thing that actually costs you something.
If you’ve felt like you’re just going through the motions or that your spiritual lens has gotten "dirty," this episode is a call to come back to the altar. It’s time to stop setting your own rules and start living in the power that only comes from a life set apart.
Thursday Jan 08, 2026
The Protocols For His Presence (with Onaje Jefferson)
Thursday Jan 08, 2026
Thursday Jan 08, 2026
We all want that deep, unshakable intimacy with God, but most of us are still trying to figure out the "how." You’ve had those rare moments where He felt close, but you don’t know how to find your way back to that place on a random Tuesday afternoon. It feels like some people have a key to His presence that you’re still looking for. What if accessing the heart of God wasn't a mystery to solve, but a practice and environment you could actually learn to build?
In this episode, Preston sits down with Onaje Jefferson to uncover something most believers completely overlook: The Protocols for His Presence. There is a way to live that doesn’t just ask for God to show up, but actually prepares a space where He wants to stay. We’re pulling back the curtain on the "triggers" of the Holy Spirit—the specific heart-postures and spiritual etiquettes that open the door to deep, unfiltered intimate fellowship with the King of the universe.
In this conversation, we’re digging into the questions…
What are the specific things in your daily life that act as "presence triggers"?
Why does God respond to some environments and seem silent in others?
How can you stop "performing" for a God who just wants to sit with you?
If you’re tired with just going through the motions, this episode is your invitation into the secret place. There is a depth of fellowship available to you that changes everything—but we have to know how to prepare a place to invite Him in. It’s time to go deeper with Him…
Thursday Jan 01, 2026
The War Is Here : 4 Essentials For This Year
Thursday Jan 01, 2026
Thursday Jan 01, 2026
Let’s be honest—the battle isn’t just on the way; it’s here. It’s time to recognize that there are "giants" standing in the way of your promise.
In this episode of The Leader's Cut, Preston Morrison pulls from the life of Joshua to deliver an essential list of “Be’s" for this year. This is a wartime manual for the one who refuses to settle for the conventional path.
In this episode, we’re unpacking:
Why bravery is the literal price of admission for the blessings you’re praying for. (And why the success of your dreams is usually on the other side of your greatest failures).
How to walk with the strength of a tamed stallion—meekness that is actually power under control.
Why playing with your own playbook is the fastest way to hit a ceiling. We’ll discuss how to identify the unconventional wisdom of the Holy Spirit that makes the world think you’re crazy—until you win.
How to silence the lie that "it can't happen through me,” and how we can parter with the Holy Spirit to accomplish what He wants to do.
Why God uses a process to grow you before He gives you the “gift”— hint: it’s all about preparation for stewardship.
If you’re tired of running from fear and you’re ready to start running toward the fight, this episode is your marching orders. It’s time to battle obediently.
Thursday Dec 25, 2025
Understanding The Price For Your Anointing (with Tim Ross)
Thursday Dec 25, 2025
Thursday Dec 25, 2025
Everyone wants the "oil." We pray for the anointing and we desire the power to change lives through our actions in partnership with Him. But here is the hard truth: The oil only comes through the crushing.
In this episode of The Leader's Cut, Preston Morrison sits down with Tim Ross to have a real, raw conversation about the cost of carrying heaven’s oil. This isn't just about "getting" anointed; it's about the beautiful process of stewardship.
In this conversation, Preston and Tim dive into:
The Hidden Price Tag: Why most people want the platform but aren’t willing to endure the process that produces the oil.
Stewarding the Flow: How to ensure that what God puts on you doesn’t destroy what’s in you.
The "Crushing" Process: Why your seasons of greatest pain are often the very moments God is extracting the most valuable oil for your future.
Authority vs. Ambition: Learning the difference between climbing a ladder and being summoned to a seat.
If you’ve been feeling the "press" lately, or if you're wondering why the path to your calling feels so costly, this episode is your manual for the middle. It’s time to stop chasing the flame and start understanding the fuel.
Thursday Dec 18, 2025
It's Time To Prepare For What's Next
Thursday Dec 18, 2025
Thursday Dec 18, 2025
God has a unique calling for your life. But let’s be honest, are you really prepared for it? It's time to prepare for what's next.
In this episode of The Leader's Cut, Preston challenges you to end the dangerous repetition of blind ignorance and enter a season of honest preparation. We’ll break down the 4 critical stages of assessment that separate those who finish strong from those who never walk into their true assignment.
You will learn how to:
Conquer ignorance through self-awareness: The fastest way to lose yourself is to not know yourself. Learn how pride sets the lowest ceiling for your life, and how to replace it with a true, self evaluation.
Wrestle with what is wanted: Are you living IN ambition or ON assignment? We discuss how to be brutally honest about your own desires and ensure God's plan trumps your preferences and dreams.
Determine obstacles in advance: Everyone counts the cost of a building, but few count the cost of their character. We’ll unpack how unhealed wounds, undiscovered weaknesses, and unseen worldliness could set up to rob your next anointing.
Put a plan in place: Discover the systematic steps necessary to finish the race God set before you.
This isn't about being perfect; it's about being prepared. If you're ready to stop the guessing game and start running the race with purpose, this episode is your crucial mid-course correction.
Thursday Dec 11, 2025
The Biggest Miracle I've Ever Seen (with Pat Collins)
Thursday Dec 11, 2025
Thursday Dec 11, 2025
Feeling like your past is too messy for God's plan? Or maybe you're wondering if the power of evangelism is as real and radical as the Bible claims? This week on The Leader's Cut, Preston Morrison dives deep into one of the most compelling, life-altering redemption stories he has ever witnessed.
This isn't just an emotional story; but a powerful and practical breakdown of the unstoppable power of the Gospel, and what God can do when we keep showing up. True transformation can happen, no matter how broken or impossible the starting point. It’s time to encounter the reality of God's redeeming love.
You will discover:
How the Gospel is the only truly unstoppable force on the planet.
The difference between an experience and an authentic, total life conversion.
The decision of surrender required for radical redemption.
What God can do when we relentlessly pursue the ones He loves.
Don’t let your history define your future. Step into the highest form of partnership with Him and see the true, undeniable power of salvation in action.
Thursday Dec 04, 2025
Can God Trust You? : The Anti-Gatekeeping Episode
Thursday Dec 04, 2025
Thursday Dec 04, 2025
God is moving on the earth, and He's not looking for observers—He's looking for partners to execute His divine plan. But let's be honest: succeeding in this next season requires more than just your ambition; it demands a specific set of non-negotiables.
In this powerful episode of The Leader's Cut, Preston breaks down the 5 indispensable assets Jesus operated in and shows you how to follow His lead.
Remember: You can't open a locked door without a key. This episode reveals the keys you need to walk in divine alignment with Him.
You will be challenged to ask yourself:
* Are you making success ultimately about you?
* Will you bring others with you—even the people who hurt you on the way up?
* Do you hoard what you've been given, or do you know the power of leveraging it?
* When the blessings come, will you spend them or will you steward them?
* When faced with a choice, will you choose obedience, no matter the cost?
It's time to trade in empty ambition for Kingdom stewardship and step into the highest form of partnership, with Him.
Thursday Nov 27, 2025
The Cost Of Sacrifice (And Why It’s Always Worth It) with Tim Ross
Thursday Nov 27, 2025
Thursday Nov 27, 2025
You know the feeling: the moment God asks for the one thing you're holding onto the tightest.
In this raw, but essential conversation, Preston Morrison sits down with his twin, Tim Ross, to dismantle the myths around obedient sacrifice and reveal the uncomfortable truth: it always costs you something.
This isn't just about money or time; it's about the deep, often painful, decision to let go of control and trust His ultimate plan. If you're wondering what you have to do to get to the "next level" in your faith, the answer may be simple, but the cost is high.
You’ll discover:
The profound reason sacrifice always hurts (and why it's supposed to).
Why the thing you are withholding is precisely what's blocking your future.
How to trade comfort for the calling that truly leaves a legacy.
Stop running from the pain of the ask. It's time to give Him whatever He asking for.
Thursday Nov 20, 2025
Gratitude Brings Green Lights : The Hidden Key To Future Doors
Thursday Nov 20, 2025
Thursday Nov 20, 2025
Do you ever feel stuck, held back, or frustrated, wondering why certain doors in your life just won't open? What if the hidden key to your future isn't about what you lack, but about what you acknowledge?
In this powerful episode, Preston Morrison dives into the profound mystery of gratitude, revealing it as a necessary aspect of Kingdom life—and the antidote to what is holding you back. He exposes the subtle but destructive habits of ingratitude that keep you chasing more and losing much.
You'll discover:
Why looking for what you don't have can cost you everything.
How God responds to a lack of thankfulness, and why it’s a dangerous open door to pride.
The surprising secret to radical peace.
How God uniquely rewards those who choose to live with an abundance of gratitude.
Stop letting a scarcity mindset steal your peace and block your path. It's time to unlock the power that moves you forward. Discover how a life of gratitude can bring green lights in every area of your life.
Thursday Nov 13, 2025
Keys To A Life Of Contentment (with Brent Hatchett)
Thursday Nov 13, 2025
Thursday Nov 13, 2025
We’ve all heard the phrase, "The grass is always greener." But the constant pressure to achieve, acquire, and outpace oftentimes leaves us feeling anxious, exhausted, and fundamentally stuck.
This week on The Leader's Cut, Preston Morrison sits down with Brent Hatchett to explore a critical topic: The Choice Of Contentment.
In this powerful conversation, Preston and Brent break down daily practices and mindset shifts required to find genuine peace right where you are.
You’ll learn how to:
Spot the Triggers: Identify the hidden sources that steal your sense of "enough."
Unmask the "I Need": Identify the deeper, underlying fear or insecurity that drives the relentless pursuit of the next achievement or purchase.
Master the Present: Shift your focus away from past regrets and future anxieties by grounding yourself in reality and gratitude.
If you are ready to stop chasing the next big thing and start truly enjoying the life you are currently building, this episode is an essential toolkit for practical growth and finding inner peace.
Tune in for the honest conversation about why the most fulfilling life is often the one you choose to be content with.









