The Leader’s Cut with Preston Morrison

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

March 19, 2026 82 mins

We’ve been told that marriage is the "happily ever after"— the place where your needs finally get met and the struggle finally ends. But what if that’s the very lie that’s killing your relationship?

Most people spend their lives looking for a "soulmate" to complete them, but they aren't ready for a covenant that’s designed to... well, kill them.

In this episode of The Leader’s Cut, Preston Morrison and Tim Ross are dropping the fil...

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"The fastest way to wreck your calling is to try and carry it all by yourself."

If you’re honest, you’ve probably felt it: that creeping suspicion that the weight of it all is starting to crush you. Most try to solve this by working harder, staying later, or "grinding" through the wilderness. But here’s the reality—you can’t "out-grind" a lack of people in your life.

If God has called you to go somewhere you’ve never been, He has a...

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"Sometimes we have to get stronger by getting a little bit smaller."

In this episode of The Leader’s Cut, Preston Morrison sits down with Landon McDonald, Senior Pastor of Mission Church in Gilbert, AZ, for a high-level conversation on The Church of today. They breakdown the protocols of spiritual authority, the necessity of the "secret place," the dangerous rise of performative Christianity, and balancing "Word and Spirit" in a wa...

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In this episode, Preston Morrison dives into one of the most intense moments in the Gospels: Matthew 23. When Jesus looks at the religious people of His day and shouts "Woe!", He isn't just venting—He’s performing a heart transplant. Preston breaks down why the harvest only goes to those who are actually ready to receive it, and how we might be sabotaging the very thing we’re praying for.

In this convers...

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February 19, 2026 84 mins

We’ve been conditioned to view being single as a 'waiting room'—a temporary, slightly awkward space you’re just trying to pass through until the 'real' part of your life begins. But what if that’s a lie? What if this isn’t a delay, but an intentional season and space to steward?

In this episode of The Leader’s Cut, Preston Morrison & Tim Ross gets incredibly honest about the obsession with relationship status. We’re moving past...

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Too often, we treat the "honeymoon phase" as the peak of our affection, only to let laziness, immaturity, and walls slowly dismantle the foundation of our most important relationship. In this episode of The Leader’s Cut, we’re breaking down the "Architecture of Affection." We explore the five toxic behaviors a loving relationship simply cannot tolerate and the five non-negotiables every couple must maintain to thrive. From shifting...

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In this episode of The Leader’s Cut, Preston is joined by his wife, Holly Morrison, for a candid conversation about the walls that inhibit intimacy in marriage.

Together, they peel back the layers on why "co-existing" isn't the biblical standard for marriage. A thriving marriage doesn’t happen by accident; it is intentionally cultivated through vulnerability, grace, and a refusal to settle for the status quo. Holly and Preston shar...

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January 29, 2026 71 mins

The world is more than just the planet we live on; it is a system designed by the enemy to oppose everything God wants to do in your life. It is a value system that intentionally excludes your Creator, and if you aren’t careful, it will feel like you’re trying to breathe underwater without oxygen.

In this episode, Preston Morrison exposes the enemy’s three-part playbook—a strategy so predictable that it was used in the Garden of Ed...

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Are you living out a name you didn't choose? What if the identity you’ve been carrying for years isn't actually yours?

Most of us carry "labels,” names given to us by people in seasons of pain, by a past we can't change, or by a world that only sees our mistakes. In this episode of The Leader's Cut, we dive into the life-changing stories of Jacob and Benjamin to discover how God overrules the labels of the world to give us a new id...

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January 15, 2026 80 mins

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 hav...

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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 cou...

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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 ...
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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...

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December 18, 2025 74 mins

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 assi...

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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 whe...

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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 locke...

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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. ...

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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...

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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 fi...

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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 frus...

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