The Leader’s Cut with Preston Morrison
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
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
Mentioned books
Oct 23, 2025 • 1h 15min
How To Live A Joy-Filled Life (And Have Fun While Doing It)
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.
Oct 16, 2025 • 1h 11min
Your Responsibility In The Next Generation (with Isaac Gross)
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.
Oct 9, 2025 • 1h 18min
How To See Money God's Way
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.
Oct 2, 2025 • 1h 14min
Unlocking The Abundant Life (with Tim Ross)
Tim Ross, a pastoral leader and close friend of the host, unpacks the concept of the 'abundant life' through candid reflections. He reveals that abundance isn't solely tied to financial wealth but instead is found in health, relationships, and everyday blessings. Tim and Preston discuss moving from a scarcity mindset to recognizing God's presence in life's simple moments. They emphasize the importance of contentment and joy, urging listeners to cultivate gratitude and find fulfillment beyond material possessions.
Sep 25, 2025 • 1h 18min
How Do We Overcome Fear?
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.
Sep 18, 2025 • 1h 10min
Walking Out Your Call With Confidence (with Brent Hatchett)
In this engaging conversation, Brent Hatchett, a teaching pastor passionate about discipleship and spiritual formation, shares insights on overcoming fear when responding to God's calling. They discuss how discomfort can bring glory to God and the importance of dependence on His strength. Brent emphasizes practical steps for confronting insecurity and the necessity of building faith through trials. Listeners are encouraged to embrace the turbulence of obedience, knowing that true confidence stems from knowing God's character and presence.
Sep 11, 2025 • 1h 20min
What Happens When You Worship
Discover the powerful impact of worship as a weapon in spiritual battles. Learn how singing before, during, and after conflict can shift focus from fear to faith. Explore how children's praise establishes strongholds, and hear biblical examples like Jehoshaphat's army and the walls of Jericho collapsing through worship. Understand why true worship is crucial in keeping us humble and centered on God. Get inspired to use your song as a reminder of victory over the enemy!
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Sep 4, 2025 • 1h 21min
Discerning God's Will For Your Life (with Tim Ross)
In this engaging discussion, Tim Ross, a trusted voice in the Christian community and best friend of Preston Morrison, shares insights on discerning God's will. They explore how God's guidance often comes as a quiet whisper rather than a loud command, emphasizing that the journey of faith is about ongoing dialogue. They discuss the importance of patience, the significance of prayer, and how closed doors can lead to unexpected new beginnings. Embracing mistakes as growth opportunities plays a central role, transforming fear into clarity for listeners navigating their spiritual paths.
Aug 28, 2025 • 1h 27min
How To FINALLY Get Rid of Shame
Have you ever felt a weight you just can't shake? That voice whispering that you are what you've done, or that you're unlovable because of what happened to you?
In this eye-opening episode, Preston Morrison pulls back the curtain on a game-changing truth: What if the very thing you think is a godly consequence is actually a lie designed to keep you trapped? He reveals the profound difference between guilt and shame, and why one is a gift from God while the other is a weapon from the enemy.
This conversation is a direct attack on shame's ultimate goal—to make you hide and separate you from a God who desperately wants to be with you. The Cross wasn’t just about dealing with your sins; it was about despising and crushing the power of shame once and for all.
Discover how to FINALLY get rid of shame. What if you’re just one step away from the freedom you’ve been searching for? It’s time to learn the truth about who you are and get that weight off you!
Aug 21, 2025 • 1h 23min
Learning To Hear God's Voice (with Wayne Drain)
Preston sits down with longtime mentor and trusted friend, Wayne Drain, to discuss a fundamental truth of the Christian life: God desires an active, two-way dialogue with YOU.
This episode is a practical guide to learning to hear God's voice and recognizing the different ways He speaks. You'll discover what it means to lean into the prophetic in your own life—not as a mystical event, but as an everyday reality. Preston and Wayne share how to move beyond simply talking at God and start engaging in a dialogue with God that brings clarity, comfort, and direction.
You'll learn simple shifts that can transform your prayer life as you seek to hear and obey His voice. Don't miss this transformative discussion on inviting God into your every day!


