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You were never an afterthought in the plans of God.In “You Are More Essential Than You Think | God's Perfect Plan Always Included You,” we continue through Ephesians 1 and discover the magnitude of God's plan to bring everything together under the authority of Christ—and the incredible truth that He has intentionally given us a place within it.Paul reminds us that because we are united with Christ, we have received an inheritance from God. We have heard the Good News, been brought into His family, and been identified as His own through the gift of the Holy Spirit. Our place in God's story isn't based on our importance, accomplishments, or ability to prove our worth. It begins with a God who set His love on us and chose to make us His own.In this sermon, you'll discover:How your life fits within God's greater plan through ChristWhat it means to be united with Christ and receive an inheritance from GodWhy God's plan has always included people we might be tempted to overlookHow the Holy Spirit identifies us as God's own and guarantees what He has promisedWhy understanding our place in His plan should ultimately lead our lives to bring Him praise and gloryWe can spend our lives wondering whether we matter, where we belong, or if God can really use us. Ephesians 1 gives us a much bigger perspective. God is working out a plan that stretches far beyond any one of us, yet in His love, He has intentionally invited us into it.You don't have to make yourself essential by becoming more successful, influential, gifted, or important. Your significance begins with belonging to Christ. And the Holy Spirit living within you is a reminder that you are His, His promises are secure, and His work in your life isn't finished.Your life matters to God, your place in His family is secure, and your purpose has always been part of His plan.

What if being blessed has less to do with what you have and everything to do with who you belong to?In “The Overwhelming Blessings Found Only In Christ | You're More Blessed Than You Think,” we walk through Ephesians 1 and discover the spiritual blessings that are already ours because we are united with Jesus. Before we accomplish anything, prove anything, or earn anything, God has already revealed how He sees us and what He has made available to us through Christ.Paul reminds us that in Jesus, we are loved, chosen, adopted, accepted, redeemed, and forgiven. These aren't blessings reserved for a future season or dependent on our circumstances. They are present realities that reshape our identity, our relationship with God, and the way we live today.In this sermon, you'll discover:What it means to already possess every spiritual blessing in ChristWhy God's love for you began before you could ever earn itHow being chosen and adopted changes the way you see yourselfWhat it means to live from God's acceptance instead of working for itHow redemption and forgiveness reveal the overwhelming richness of God's graceIt's easy to measure how blessed we are by what's happening around us—what we have, what we've achieved, or what we're still waiting on God to do. But Ephesians 1 invites us to see blessings differently. Our greatest blessings aren't dependent on our circumstances; they're rooted in everything that has already been made ours through Jesus.When we begin to understand what we've already received, blessings take on an entirely different meaning. Instead of looking at our lives through the lens of what we lack, we can live confidently from what is already ours—His love, His grace, His acceptance, and the freedom He purchased for us.The blessing isn't simply what God gives us. The blessing is what we have found in Christ.

You said yes to Jesus. But which one? Because the first yes was the easy one — and God isn't done asking. In this episode of The Leader's Cut, Preston Morrison and Tim Ross sit down for an honest, unfiltered conversation on what continuous obedience really looks like. We often hear people say, "Thank you for your yes," as if walking with God is defined by a single, one-time decision. But a single "yes" doesn't build something that lasts. From navigating difficult transitions to wrestling with God's timing, Tim and Preston break down the difference between counterfeit, conditional, and true confirmation "yeses". If you feel like God is asking you for a hard, excruciating decision right now, this episode will help you see His request not as an inconvenience—but as a divine compliment. In this episode, we'll discuss: The Myth of the Single Yes: True discipleship is a string of escalating, daily yeses rather than a blanket decision. The 3 Types of Yeses: Counterfeit yeses (which are actually no's), conditional yeses ("yes, as long as..."), and confirmation yeses. The Jonah Effect: Why saying "no" to God brings divine opposition, and why his opposition can actually lead us back to the right path. Obedience Escalates: The shift from cutting ties (leaving home), to covenant, to oneself—and how obedience escalates over time. You already know what He's asking for. This conversation is about what happens when you finally answer.    

Comfort is one of the greatest distractions to wholehearted obedience.In "Where Are You With Being Inconvenienced? | Giving Satan An Easy Victory," we explore Jesus' call to discipleship and confront a question many of us don't often ask: Have we become so committed to comfort that we've become resistant to obedience? While the harvest is plentiful, Jesus reminds us that the workers are few—not because God isn't moving, but because following Him often requires us to lay down our convenience, our excuses, and our own agendas.Throughout Scripture, we see that spiritual drift rarely begins with outright rebellion. More often, it starts with small compromises, misplaced priorities, and a growing desire for comfort over calling. But Jesus modeled a very different way of life. He willingly embraced inconvenience, humility, and sacrifice so that we could experience the fullness of life found in Him.In this sermon, you'll discover:Why excuses quietly keep us from wholehearted obedienceHow comfort can become a greater obstacle than oppositionWhat happens when we keep looking back instead of pressing forwardHow Jesus' willingness to be inconvenienced changes the way we follow HimWhy the harvest still needs believers who are willing to say "yes"The question isn't whether following Jesus will inconvenience you, but instead: What is your comfort costing the Kingdom?Jesus willingly embraced inconvenience so that we could experience new life. As His followers, we're invited to do the same—choosing obedience over comfort and trusting that God will use every surrendered "yes" for His glory.

Hard seasons have a way of making us wonder if we should take the easier path.In "Where Are You With Doing Hard Things? | Doing Hard Things During Hard Times," we discover that while the world tells us to avoid discomfort, Scripture invites us to embrace faithful obedience—even when life is difficult. James reminds us that hardship isn't something to fear or avoid. It's often the very place where God develops endurance, strengthens our faith, and shapes us into the people He's called us to become.Following Jesus has never been about choosing the path of least resistance. It's about trusting Him enough to obey, even when obedience is costly. The good news is that while God calls us to do hard things, He never expects us to do them in our own strength. Jesus offers His presence, His peace, and His strength to carry us through every season.In this sermon, you'll discover:Why God calls His people to do hard thingsHow we often make difficult seasons heavier than they need to beThe difference between carrying the weight of obedience and the burden of disobedienceWhat it means to take on the yoke of Jesus and find rest in HimHow God meets us with strength when we faithfully follow His leadingThe question isn't whether life will be hard, the question is: Who are you trusting to carry you through it?Because God never promised an easy road.He promised to walk with us every step of the way.

Paul and Barnabas had one of the closest partnerships in the early church, and then they had a fight sharp enough that they went in separate directions. In Acts 15, their disagreement over John Mark ends the pairing, but the gospel keeps multiplying. This week we look at why God seems to prefer partnerships to solo callings, how our need to be right can become its own idol, and why dishonor is so often the language of division. We're left with three questions worth carrying with us: whether we've shut the door on someone who left, whether there's someone who needs a second chance, and how we speak of the people who no longer walk with us.

Are you in a season where you're frustrated because you thought you'd be further by now? You thought things would be different, and the harvest you've been praying for still hasn't arrived. In this powerful episode of The Leader's Cut, Preston Morrison dives deep into a subject he feels he has earned his doctorate in — the essential, supernatural power of the plow. While the rest of the world is obsessed with the harvest and the blessings, Preston unpacks why God's most trusted people must first become people of the plow. A plowing season is not a storm. It is marked by crushing, difficult conditions where everything seems harder than it should be, takes longer than it needs to, and is met with intense spiritual warfare. But plowing is not divine punishment. If God has handed you a plow, it is a divine compliment. INSIDE THIS EPISODE: The 7 Principles of the Plow: Why everyone wants to talk about the harvest, but God wants to talk about the preparation. The 4 Types of Fields: Understanding the difference between pavement, potential, already plowed, and plentiful fields. Why Plowing is Hard : How to stop blaming yourself when things take longer than they should, and why plowing doesn't bring immediate fruit, it makes room for it. Never Plow with a Donkey: Unpacking the shocking command of Deuteronomy 22:10 and why you must never team up with talkers who want the harvest without the work. The Trap of Other Fields: Why looking at other people's path will ruin your straight lines. Plowing Your Heart vs. Plowing Your Field: The ultimate danger of stepping into a massive harvest with a heart you never allow God to break up and prune. If you are tired of struggling through "pavement" seasons, tempted to look at other fields, or wondering when the pain of the grind will end, this episode is your urgent reminder to keep your hand on the plow.    

Fear can be powerful and persuasive.But fear does not have to lead.In this message, “Where Are You With Fear? What To Do When Fear Takes Hold” we confront one of the most common struggles in the human experience. From Deuteronomy 20 to the story of David and Goliath, Scripture reminds us that fear may be present, but it does not have to have the final word.The people of God have always faced battles bigger than themselves. Yet again and again, God calls His people to courage—not because the battle isn't real, but because His presence is greater. The same God who goes before us, stands with us, and lives within us is the reason we can move forward without fear.In this sermon, you'll hear about:Why fear once had a legitimate claim on our livesWhat changes when we realize God is for us, with us, and in usHow to bring our fears honestly before GodWhat it looks like to face life's giants with confidence in God's powerThis message invites us to take an honest look at where fear has been influencing our decisions—and asks a personal question:If God has already gone before you, what are you still afraid to face? Because courage isn't the absence of fear.It's choosing to trust God more than what frightens you.

We tend to think the “stage” is where we do the most damage to the enemy. But the truth is, the hidden 'cave' is where the real wars are actually won. In this episode of The Leader's Cut, Preston Morrison sits down with Brenda Palmer for a raw, unfiltered conversation about what happens when you willingly submit to the hidden seasons with God. Together, they dive deep into the mystery of "the cave"—the quiet, intentional space of intimate fellowship with the King where our rough edges are ground off and our flesh is put to death. In a culture obsessed with self-promotion and digital noise, Brenda and Preston don't hold back on where the modern church is dropping the ball. From social media distractions to a devastating lack of deep prayer, they address a holy disruption happening in the earth: a new generation is arising, and they want the true, express glory of God. In this conversation, they explore: The Anatomy of the Cave: Why the hidden place is a non-negotiable requirement for killing your flesh, and how the cave acts as the ultimate litmus test for evaluating people in your life. Fumbling the Bag: A candid look at how modern media trains leaders to talk about themselves rather than pointing people to the Lamb. The Power of The Whisper: Why the quietest, closest prayers are often the most lethal spiritual weapons you can wield. Reclaiming the House of Prayer: Why the Church's inability to satisfy a hungry generation stems from being completely "un-prayed up", and how to realign your daily rhythm around radical, constant dependence on God. This is a direct confrontation to our modern ideas of ministry and influence. It's a call to return to the secret place where real power is forged. It's time to settle into the cave.  

In this message, “Do You Even Know Where You Are?”, we explore one of the most important—and often overlooked—questions God asks His people.The first question God asked humanity wasn't about what Adam had done. It was about where Adam was.“Where are you?”Before God leads us forward, He often confronts us with our current reality. Because if we don't know where we are spiritually, emotionally, or relationally, we can easily drift into places God never intended for us to be.In this sermon, you'll hear about:Why God's first question to Adam still matters todayHow a lack of self-awareness creates trouble wherever we goThe danger of being spiritually blind to our true conditionWhy knowing yourself helps you fulfill God's purpose more effectivelyHow biblical self-awareness differs from simple self-assessmentDrawing from Genesis 3, Revelation 3, 1 Kings 19, and Psalm 139, this message challenges us to stop avoiding honest reflection and start inviting God to search our hearts.Because the greatest obstacle to growth is often not what we don't know about God—it's what we don't know about ourselves.True transformation begins when we stop pretending, stop comparing, and allow God to reveal what's really happening beneath the surface.The question isn't where you want to be.The question is:Do you even know where you are?

Most people treat their past like a liability—something to be hidden away or ‘cleaned up' before it can ever be useful. But what if parts of your story are actually the keys to someone else's breakthrough? In this episode of The Leader's Cut, Preston Morrison is joined by his "twin," Tim Ross, for a raw conversation about the untapped power of the testimony. We're moving past the religious idea of "sharing a story" and getting into the gritty reality of why truth-telling is a literal weapon in the hands of a believer. Tim and Preston explore the idea that the enemy's primary goal isn't just to make you mess up—it's to keep you quiet about how you got back up. They discuss why the world doesn't need another polished movement or a clever hashtag, but a genuine move of people who are brave enough to let the redeemed of the Lord "say so!" For anyone who has felt like their history is a disqualification, this conversation is a reminder that your mess is often the exact bridge someone else needs to cross over into their own healing. In this conversation, we'll explore: The Silence Trap: Why the enemy desperately wants you to keep your story a secret and how that silence fuels the cycle of shame. The Spirit of Prophecy: Understanding the biblical weight of your testimony and why your history is actually a roadmap for someone else's future. Beyond the Hashtag: Why genuine transformation doesn't require a PR campaign, but a simple, honest declaration of what God has done. Vulnerability as Power: Why the most influential thing you can do is stop pretending you have it all together and start telling the truth. The Testimony Tsunami: How one person's decision to be honest can trigger a chain reaction of freedom for everyone around them. This is an invitation to stop hiding and start weaponizing your history. Say so!    

In this message, “Loved Enough To Correct: Do You Revel In God's Rebuke?”, we explore a truth that many believers struggle to embrace: God's correction is not a sign of His rejection—it's evidence of His love.In a culture that often avoids conviction and resists correction, Scripture reveals that the Lord disciplines those He loves and rebukes those in whom He delights. His goal is never to shame us, but to transform us.In this sermon, you'll hear about:Why God lovingly rebukes His childrenHow correction reveals His delight and care for usWhy some people seem untouched by conviction while others experience God's disciplineThe role of repentance, humility, and godly sorrow in spiritual growthHow God's discipline produces holiness and a harvest of righteousnessThrough passages from Hebrews 12, Proverbs 3, Revelation 3, James 4, and Joel 2, this message reframes God's rebuke as one of His greatest acts of love.Because God doesn't correct us to push us away—He corrects us to draw us closer.If you've ever wrestled with conviction, discipline, or seasons where God seemed to be confronting areas of your life, this message will encourage you to see His correction through a different lens.The question isn't whether God corrects His children.The question is: Do you receive His rebuke as proof that you are deeply loved?

In this episode of The Leader's Cut, Preston Morrison sits down with Matt Chandler for a raw, honest conversation about the journey to a life of holiness. The unpack the lies that keeps most people from ever experiencing true freedom, and move past the superficial to explore what it actually looks like to be refined by the Spirit of God in the places no one else sees. Matt pulls back the curtain on the subtle but dangerous shift that happens when we stop following Jesus as Lord and start treating Him like an messenger for our own comfort. If the goal of life has become an endless cycle of upgrades and ease, this conversation serves as a necessary reset. It's a deep dive into the reality that real change isn't found in a crowded room on Sunday, but in the quiet, mundane moments of a random weekday afternoon. In this conversation, we explore: * The "Tuesday" Concept: The reason spiritual growth is actually found in the monotonous, ordinary parts of life rather than the mountaintops. * The Strength of Vulnerability: Why the most influential people are often the ones willing to be the most honest about their own need for change. * Conviction vs. Shame: How to tell the difference between the voice that wants to hide you and the voice that wants to heal you. * No Dark Corners: What it looks like to finally invite God into the spaces we usually try to keep off-limits. This episode isn't just a conversation; it's an invitation to stop performing and start yielding. For anyone who feels like they've been running on a spiritual treadmill, this discussion offers a path toward a peace that actually lasts—even when life gets uncomfortable.    

Ok…I am giving you a heavy, high-stakes tactical assignment. I need your help BIG time, because by the end of this episode, we're calling for a coordinated, global counter-strike. There is a massive wave of cultural opposition and fear heading our way, and one of the enemy's top strategies is spiritual amnesia. He wants us to forget the miracles of yesterday so we panic about the battles of tomorrow. But there is a counter-offensive, let's talk about it… In this episode of The Leader's Cut, Preston Morrison pulls back the curtain on the power of memorial pillars. This is a strategic roadmap for taking ground back from the enemy. We are unpacking the exact mechanics of driving a prophetic stake into the earth, because if you don't boldly declare the spaces where God has moved, the enemy will step in to hijack them. In this episode, we are unpacking what lights the fuse : The Antidote to Fear: Why a physical declaration of "God did that" is your only active defense against the rampant dread the enemy is trying to unleash on our culture. The Amnesia Trap: How comfort causes us to secretly believe our hand did that, and why the "Humility Protocol" keeps us radically dependent on the Spirit. The Turf War: Learn why the enemy aggressively tries to turn your places of encounter into houses of wickedness, and how a prophetic stake in the ground reclaims the territory. The Identity Protocol: How God takes Jacob back to the scene of his deepest family trauma, not to punish him, but to completely rename, refine, and redefine him. This isn't just an invitation to watch or listen to another episode; we're asking you to partner in a physical act of obedience that covers the earth with testimonies of God's power. It's time to stop letting the enemy hijack holy ground. Saddle up. It's time to light this fuse.   **If you're committing to placing a memorial pillar, send us a quick summary of where you left your rock and why. Let's track the territory we reclaim together!**      

What happens when heaven opens over a life fully surrendered to God?In this message, we explore what Scripture reveals about living with greater awareness of God's presence, greater trust in His provision, and greater boldness for His mission.Throughout the Bible, moments of open heaven were never just emotional experiences—they led to revelation, transformation, generosity, and evangelism.In this message, you'll hear about:What it means to live under an open heavenHow God reveals Himself to hungry heartsWhy increasing your awareness of His presence changes everythingThe difference between chasing temporary things and pursuing Jesus HimselfHow to steward God's blessings with wisdom and generosityWhy open doors for evangelism require both prayer and obedienceThrough passages from Joel 2, Ezekiel 1, Genesis 28, Malachi 3, Acts 7, Colossians 4, and more, this sermon challenges believers to stop living casually around the things of God and start pursuing Him deeply.Because an open heaven isn't just about what God gives—it's about seeing Him clearly, trusting Him fully, and walking through every door He opens.The question is no longer “What now?”The question is: Will you respond to what heaven is opening before you?

Be honest: If God told you the way to save your business or your marriage was to walk in circles and then yell at a wall... would you do it? Or would you start looking for a better 'strategy'? We love the idea of victory, but we usually hate the instructions required to get there. We want the walls to fall, but we want them to fall in a way that makes sense to our logic. But as we see in the story of Jericho, God isn't looking for a great strategist—He's looking for someone who knows how to take orders and be obedient. In this episode of The Leader's Cut, Preston Morrison is digging into the "Jericho Roadmap." We're talking about the gritty, high-stakes reality of what happens when you stop asking God to come alongside your plan and start realizing that He is the Commander of His own. If you've been feeling like you're fighting a losing battle, it might be because you're still trying to be the one in control. We're breaking down the mechanics of spiritual victory, including: The Fear Paradox: Why the enemy is actually afraid while you're busy being afraid of him. The Command of Courage: Why ‘Do Not Be Afraid' isn't a suggestion—it's an order. When God Shows Up: The wild moment Joshua realized God didn't come to "help" him—He came to take over. The "Crazy" Test: Why your next breakthrough is probably hidden behind an act of obedience that makes zero sense to your flesh. The Achan Warning: Why one small, hidden compromise can freeze the progress of an entire army. Victory isn't something you win; it's something you receive through a level of obedient faith that most people will never understand. Are you ready for the walls to come down?      

Remembering is more than reflection.It's more than looking back.Remembering is an act of faith.In this message, “Remember The Memorial Stones: Are You Still Celebrating What God Has Already Done?” we walk through Scripture and discover how memorial stones were used to mark moments where God moved powerfully. They weren't just reminders of the past—they were sacred declarations that God had been faithful and would remain faithful for generations to come.Throughout the Bible, altars and memorials marked places of encounter, deliverance, worship, and victory. They stood as visible testimonies in the middle of uncertainty, opposition, and changing seasons.In this sermon, you'll hear about:Why memorials matter in our walk with GodHow remembering God's faithfulness strengthens future generationsWhat happens when we forget what God has already doneWhy sacred reminders become a declaration in the face of the enemyThis message calls us to stop living disconnected from God's past faithfulness—and asks a personal question: Have we become so focused on what's next that we've forgotten what God has already done?Because what God has done deserves to be remembered.And remembered faith builds resilient faith.

Let's be honest — Most of us aren't actually moving forward. We're just running away from things that happened years ago, hoping that if we go fast enough, the past won't catch up. We've all heard the advice to "just let it go" or "give it to God," but if it were that easy, why are we still so exhausted? Why does that one mistake from a decade ago still have the power to ruin your Tuesday morning? In this episode of The Leader's Cut, Preston Morrison and Tim Ross are getting back into the gritty reality of what it actually takes to find your "Missing Peace." This isn't a conversation about surface-level "happiness"—it's a deep dive into the parts of your soul you've been trying to ignore. If you feel like you're just surviving your life instead of living it, it's time for a reality check. The Holy Spirit wants to do more than just comfort you; He wants to cut away the trauma that has been making your decisions for you. We're talking about the stuff nobody wants to talk about, including: * The Inner Critic's Real Identity: Who is that voice in your head that's constantly bothered by your mistakes? (Hint: It's not God, and it's not just "you.") * Emotional Indigestion: Why the things you refuse to process are currently defining your future. * The Biology of Peace: How to move the peace of Jesus from a "concept" in your head to a "regulation" in your actual nervous system. * Why You're Not "Here": The real reason you find it impossible to be present with the people you love. * The Trap of Self-Awareness: Why knowing you have a problem isn't the same thing as letting Him cut it out. You can keep running, or you can stop and finally metabolize what's been chasing you. It's time to stop letting start walking in the peace you were actually designed for. This is where true healing begins.    

Most of us are trying to force a harvest in a season that was meant for pruning. We claim to want the Promised Land, but we're doing everything in our power to skip the wilderness. We want the fruit, but we're terrified of the shears. In this episode of The Leader's Cut, Preston Morrison sits down with Jabin Chavez (Lead Pastor of City Light Church, Las Vegas) to discuss the divine mechanics of the wilderness. We have become experts at producing results faster than God intended, creating "Ishmaels" because we aren't patient enough to wait for an "Isaac." But the principles of God's process are clear: if your character doesn't grow at the same rate as your capacity, your calling will eventually crush you. In this conversation, we're breaking down the anatomy of God's process: The Worshiper vs. The Warrior: Why your public influence is only as sustainable as your private devotion. The "Arm of the Flesh" Trap: Understanding why the flesh is always faster, but only the Spirit produces a promise that lasts. Don't Move Without a Word: Why you should never do anything until you have first have God's word for that season. Success vs. Survival: How to protect your soul when the world's goalposts of success won't stop shifting. The Math of the Kingdom: Why "subtraction" is almost always the prerequisite for the multiplication you've been praying for. If you feel like you're stuck in a "slow" season or a dark valley, stop trying to find the exit. This is a deep-dive into the heart of being a living sacrifice. God isn't ignoring you—He's just making sure you're ready for what's next.    

God doesn't just visit.He dwells.And He meets us where altars are built.In this message, “Where God Comes Down: It's Time To Rebuild The Sacred Altars,” we're invited to rediscover a pattern seen all throughout Scripture—God reveals Himself where people intentionally make space for Him. Altars were never about routine; they were about surrender, remembrance, and real encounters with God.Over time, it's easy for those spaces to be neglected. What was once sacred can become distant. This message calls us back, not to empty practice, but to a life marked by intentional surrender and consistent connection with God.In this sermon, you'll hear about:What altars represent and why they matterHow surrender and devotion create space for God to moveWhy what's been neglected needs to be rebuiltWhat it looks like to prioritize God in the everydayThis message invites us to examine what we've allowed to fade—and asks a personal question: What needs to be rebuilt in your life so God has a place to meet you?Because God still comes down.But He meets us at the altar.

Oftentimes, we claim to live by faith, but most of us won't take a single step without a five-year plan and a guaranteed outcome.   The greatest enemy of your faith isn't necessarily the devil—it's your demand for predictability. We say we want to follow God into the unknown, but the moment the "wilderness" gets uncomfortable, we start looking for the old ways of Egypt. Let's talk about what faith REALLY requires...   In this episode of The Leader's Cut, Preston Morrison exposes the idol of predictability that has taken up residence in the church today. If the Holy Spirit is going to lead you into the promise, He first has to cut away your addiction to a map. This isn't just about "believing" for things; it's about the daily work of walking with a God who only gives enough manna for today.   In this conversation, we're breaking down the actual anatomy of faith: Why our fear of the unknown turns our desire for "safety" into an idol that keeps us stuck in spiritual slavery. Understanding what a life of faith actually requires. Why walking by faith isn't a passive wait—it's a partnership. Why God purposely keeps the full plan from you.   This isn't a pep talk about "having more faith." It's a call to tear down the idol of control and start walking in close fellowship with the only One who actually knows what tomorrow brings.    

Not every idol is made of stone.Some are built quietly—in our hearts.In this message, “The Things You Can't Put Down: It's Time To Tear Down Every Idol,” we confront a hard truth: anything that takes God's place in our lives has become an idol. What we chase, protect, and prioritize can slowly replace the One we're meant to worship.This sermon walks through Scripture to help us recognize the idols we may not even realize we've built—and calls us back to full surrender.In this message, you'll hear about:What an idol really is in today's lifeHow to recognize if something has taken God's place in your heartThe warning signs of idolatry—what you chase, take, sacrifice for, and boast aboutWhy idols always promise life but lead to destructionThe biblical path to tearing down idols for goodYou'll also learn how to respond:By confessing what's taken God's placeRepenting and turning your heart back to HimRenouncing what no longer belongsReplacing idols with true worshipBecause God isn't interested in partial devotion—He's after your whole heart.If there's something in your life you can't seem to put down…this message will challenge you to ask:Has it taken God's place?

"Are you actually okay?” Most of us have a "Missing Peace" in our lives that we try to fill with everything except the Source. We reach for the promotion, the new house, the hobby, or even a more "spiritual" playlist, hoping the emptiness will finally stop humming in the background. But what if the reason you're still exhausted isn't because you aren't trying hard enough—but because you're trying to heal what you refuse to reveal? In this episode of The Leader's Cut, Preston Morrison is joined by Tim Ross to drop a major reality check on the state of our souls. We're moving past the "just pray about it" platitudes to talk about the spiritual mechanics of peace. If the Holy Spirit is guiding our lives, then peace isn't just a feeling; it's a regulation of your entire being—body, soul, and spirit. This conversation gets into the stuff we usually keep quiet: * The "Fix" Fallacy: Why your coping mechanisms (from video games to "religious" busyness) are actually sending a personal invitation for the enemy to keep you stuck. * The Revelation Requirement: Why the Holy Spirit can't cut away the pain you're still trying to hide. * Body Regulation: The wild truth about how the peace Jesus left you is designed to regulate your physical and emotional responses to a chaotic world. * Moving the Goalposts: Why Jesus didn't save you so you could just "survive" your life—and how to finally start thriving in the freedom He actually paid for. This isn't a lecture on "how to be happier." It's a deep dive into the process of heart-circumcision that leads to true, unshakable freedom. It's time to stop settling for temporary happiness and start walking in the peace you were created for.    

Spiritual warfare isn't random.It isn't passive.It's intentional—and so is our response.In this message, “When God's Enemy Attacks: A Blueprint For Spiritual Warfare,” we're reminded in 1 Peter 5 that we have a real enemy who is actively seeking to devour. But his attacks are not without reason. He opposes us because of how deeply God loves us and because of the purpose God is working through our lives.This message lays out a clear pattern for how we respond—not with fear, but with awareness, confidence, and resistance. God has not left us vulnerable. He has given us everything we need to stand firm.In this sermon, you'll hear about:Why the enemy targets your life and callingHow to anchor yourself in God's presence instead of fearWhat it means to actively resist the enemy, not ignore himHow to walk in victory through obedience and the covering of JesusThis message invites us to take spiritual warfare seriously—and asks a defining question: Will we stay unprepared, or will we stand firm in what God has already given us?Because the enemy may come against you.But he does not have the final say.

"The enemy doesn't need to win a massive battle if he can just get you to leave the door unlocked." Most of us view spiritual warfare as a series of spooky, cinematic events, but the reality is much more subtle—and much more personal. We often find ourselves in a cycle of either obsessing over the enemy or ignoring him entirely, while all the while, the "flesh" is leaving doors wide open for him to rent real estate in our hearts. In this episode of The Leader's Cut, Preston Morrison pulls back the curtain on the spiritual mechanics of navigation. If we want the Holy Spirit to move freely, we have to allow Him to cut away the habits and footholds that give the enemy a seat at our table. In this conversation, we're breaking down: The Obsession Trap: Why constantly blaming the enemy for every inconvenience is actually a personal invitation for him to stay. Open Doors & Footholds: Identifying the one thing about yourself you least want to admit—and why that secret might be the longest-standing open door in your life. The Enemy's Notes on You: How to understand the specific angles and triggers the adversary uses against your unique personality and history. Don't Fight Fair: Why trying to resist the enemy on his terms is a losing strategy, and how to practice divine annoyance by doing exactly what he hates most. The Prayer Intercept: Understanding what is happening in the unseen realm when it feels like your requests are being blocked. This isn't about being afraid; it's about being aware. It's time to stop fighting the wrong battles and start closing the doors that were never meant to be open.      

The resurrection is more than a moment.It's more than a story.The resurrection changes everything.In this message, “Death Could Not Hold Him: He's Alive & It Changes EVERYTHING,” we walk through Luke 24 and encounter the reality of the empty tomb. The question asked that morning still echoes today: “Why are you looking among the dead for someone who is alive?” Jesus is not there—He is risen, and that truth reshapes both our eternity and our everyday lives.The resurrection doesn't just prove that Jesus is alive—it transforms what death means for us and how we live right now. Because He rose, fear no longer has the final word, and hope is no longer uncertain.In this sermon, you'll hear about:How Jesus' resurrection removes the fear of death for believersWhat it means to have the promise of eternal life with GodHow we are set free from the power of sinWhat it looks like to live with resurrection power todayThis message challenges us to move beyond simply believing in the resurrection—and asks a searching question:If He is truly alive, what does that change about how we live?Because Jesus didn't just rise from the grave.He changes everything.

"God didn't make you with a cookie-cutter template. So why are you spending so much energy trying to fit into everyone else's mold?" We spend so much of our lives trying to close our "skill gaps" and fix our weaknesses. We look at the people around us, compare our natural wiring to theirs, and try to force ourselves to operate in lanes we were never anointed for. But what if the key to your purpose isn't becoming someone new, but finally discovering how you were actually designed to be by God? In this episode of The Leader's Cut, Preston Morrison sits down with Kristy Bach, President of Know Your Talents. Kristy's firm has spent over two decades helping companies get to the root of what makes people tick. But in this conversation, we are taking those high-level behavioral concepts and turning the mirror on you. It's time to unlock your "behavioral foundation" and see how God answers the four deepest questions of your heart. In this conversation, we'll cover: How to uncover your unique "behavioral DNA"—identifying your true strengths, stressors, and motivators rather than operating in someone else's image. Why acknowledging your natural limitations isn't a sign of weakness, but the secret to unlocking your real potential. Understanding your specific voice and contribution, and how to confidently bring that to your family, your community, and your calling. Moving past the grind to find strategic alignment between how God wired you and where He is calling you to go. This isn't just a guide on how to be a better boss or coworker. It's a reality check for anyone who feels stuck, exhausted, or wondering if they have anything significant to contribute. Your personality isn't a problem to be solved; it's a design to be deployed. It's time to find out what makes you great!    

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 filter. They're moving past the typical romantic clichés to talk about the one thing no one puts on the wedding invitation: the brutal, beautiful requirement to die to yourself every single day. Whether you're married or want to be married one day, this conversation is for you. We're diving into the stuff most people avoid: Why being "right" is actually the most expensive thing you can chase in your house (and how it's currently suffocating your connection). Why your "individuality" might be the very thing standing in the way of the marriage you actually want. What happens to the atmosphere of your home when you finally choose sacrifice over self-preservation. Why marriage is designed to expose your deepest flaws—and why that's actually the best news for your growth. This isn't a date night manual, it's a reality check. It's time to stop treating your marriage like a contract and start carrying it like a cross.    

Prayer is more than a moment.It's more than a routine.Prayer is how the church lives.In this message, “What Happens When You're Serious About Prayer,” we walk through the book of Acts and see how the early church made prayer central to everything they did. From the very beginning, believers gathered with one heart and one voice, seeking God together and depending on Him in every circumstance.The early church didn't treat prayer as an afterthought. It was the place where their unity was strengthened, where they continually received power from God, and where they found courage to keep proclaiming Jesus even in the face of opposition.In this sermon, you'll hear about:How prayer unified the early believersWhy prayer was the source of their power and boldnessWhat it looks like when prayer becomes our first responseHow the church prayed in uncertainty, suffering, prison, and even deathThis message challenges us to reconsider the role prayer plays in our lives—and asks a searching question:Is prayer our last resort, or our first response?Because the early church didn't just believe in prayer.They built their lives around it.

"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 way that carries real weight. Together, they explore why the next generation is rejecting "BS Christianity" and instead chasing a root system that can survive any drought. This conversation covers: The Disease of Performance: Why "performed spirituality" before inward spirituality is the greatest threat to modern leadership. The Field of Anonymity: The vital importance of being "impossible to find" in the secret place before you are ever asked to stand on a “stage.” It's God-Breathed: Reclaiming a deep, visceral respect for the Theopneustos nature of the Word. A Mandate for the Word: How to teach from a place of spiritual reservoir. The "No BS" Generation: Why today's youth are looking for orthodox truth over reckless verbiage.  

The enemy doesn't fear talent.He doesn't fear strategy.He fears a Church filled with the Holy Spirit.In this message, “Hell Hates More: You Need More Of The Holy Spirit,” we return to Acts 1 and the promise Jesus gave His disciples: “You shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you.”Before they were sent, they were told to wait.Before they witnessed, they were filled.Because the mission of God cannot be accomplished in human strength.This sermon unpacks the reality that there is more available for every believer.In this message, you'll hear about:The three baptisms revealed in ScriptureThe difference between salvation, water baptism, and Spirit baptismWhy Jesus is the One who baptizes in the Holy Spirit and fireWhat to do if your spiritual flame feels like it's flickeringHow to be refilled for specific assignments and fresh boldnessWhether you've never been baptized in the Holy Spirit…Whether your fire has grown dim…Or whether you need fresh power for the mission in front of you…There is more.More power.More oil.More boldness.More divine enablement.Hell hates when believers live dependent on the Spirit—because a Spirit-filled Church changes everything.

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 conversation, we're pulling back the curtain on: The Gatekeeper Problem: Are you using foolish arguments to shut the door of the Kingdom on people? Comfortable Hypocrisy: Why loving God is impossible if you're harboring hatred. The "Show Pony" Trap: Why cleaning up your outside for others to see is a waste of time if there's decay on the inside. Majoring on the Minors: Are you straining out gnats while swallowing camels? We discuss shifting our focus back to what God actually cares about. The Danger of Pride: Why the pride of a believer is actually a bigger spiritual threat than the attacks of the enemy. If you've ever felt like your spiritual life was becoming beautiful on the outside but dry on the inside—this episode is your wake-up call. It's time to stop dabbling in double standards and start living a life that invites people in.      

In this message, “Hell Hates Pleasing: Why The Church Must Never Get Too Selfish,” we look at Paul's prayer in Colossians 1 and confront a sobering truth: the goal of our lives is to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord—fully pleasing to Him.The enemy doesn't fear comfortable Christianity.He fears a Church that lives to please God.This sermon challenges believers to examine whether we are living worthy of the Gospel or drifting into self-centered faith. Because we do not belong to ourselves—we were bought at a price. Our calling is higher. Our purpose is clearer.In this message, you'll hear about:What it truly means to live a life worthy of GodWhy pleasing the Lord requires obedience, not convenienceHow real faith produces visible fruit through good worksWhy knowing God deeply matters more than success, power, or statusThe danger of a selfish Church in a world that needs lightDrawing from Colossians 1, 1 Corinthians 6, Ephesians 4, Philippians 1 & 3, James 2, Titus 2, and more, this message calls the Church back to its true focus: honoring God, bearing fruit, and increasing in the knowledge of Him.Because when the Church lives to please God,hell loses ground.And when believers stop living for themselves,the Gospel becomes visible again.

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 the usual platitudes to talk about what it looks like to be a whole, functioning human being—with or without a partner. This conversation covers: The "Missing Piece" Myth: Why a relationship isn't a magic fix for your problems or your personality. Maxing Out Your Freedom: How to actually use the time, energy, and headspace you have right now instead of wasting it on "what ifs." Dealing with the Noise: Practical ways to handle the pressure from family, friends, and social media that makes you feel like you're "behind." Ownership: Taking responsibility for your own happiness and growth today, rather than putting it on a future person. This isn't a guide on how to get a date, it's a reality check for anyone who feels like they're stuck in "pause" mode. It's time to stop looking at the door and start living in the room you're currently in.    

Community is more than a crowd. It's more than a large gathering. Community is family.In this message, “Hell Hates Small,” we walk through Acts 2 and Acts 5 to see that the early church didn't just grow in public spaces, but from house to house—around tables, in shared meals, prayer, teaching, and everyday life together. It also confronts why we often resist that kind of closeness. Small community can feel risky, exposing our struggles and calling us to forgive and bear one another's burdens—yet Scripture shows that this is exactly where healing, growth, and true discipleship take root.In this sermon, you'll hear about:Why we run from close communityHow God designed us for family, not a fanbaseWhere confession, forgiveness, and healing truly happenWhat it means to lay our lives down in love for one anotherThis message challenges us to step out of isolation and into intentional, vulnerable community—and asks a searching question: Will we choose comfort and anonymity, or will we choose the kind of closeness that forms us into the likeness of Christ?Because hell hates small.And small is where disciples are made.

What if everybody started sowing—like the harvest actually depended on it?In this message, “What If Everybody Started Sowing?” we're reminded that the call of Jesus is not passive. The command is simple and urgent: “Go into all the world and proclaim the gospel.”This sermon challenges believers to live on mission every day—keeping the light on, walking a different path, and moving in the opposite spirit of the world around us.In this message, you'll hear about:Why believers are called to stay visible and keep the light onWhat it means to walk the narrow road when culture chooses the wide oneHow to overcome evil by doing goodWhy your life should model a different outcomeHow to be ready to share your faith—at any momentYou'll also be encouraged to be ready with:Your personal story of what Jesus has doneBiblical answers grounded in truth and gentlenessScripture for moments when people need hopePractical help when others need it mostThe harvest is ready.The question is no longer who should go—It's what would happen if everyone did?

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 Eden, against Jesus in the wilderness, and is being used against you right now. If you want to experience a dominant year, you have to learn how to identify these traps and set fire to the playbook before the enemy can run his next play. In this conversation, we're tearing down the three biggest obstacles to your victory: The Trap of Godly Appetites: Hunger, thirst, and desire are gifts from God, but the enemy wants you to satisfy them in ungodly ways. We discuss why the "easy way" is always the most expensive way, and how satisfying a good desire the wrong way can cost you more than you can afford to pay. The Power of the Look: There is a massive difference between seeing something and looking at it. We explore why your eyes are the lamp of your body and how to navigate a world filled with landmines by keeping your eyes fixed on the only One who knows where they're buried. The Pride of Life: Satan's favorite weapon is the overconfidence that makes you forget you are dependent on God. We break down the danger of bragging on yourself and why boasting in the Lord is actually a painful reminder to your enemy of who is backing you up. Survival Equipment: If the world isn't our natural habitat, how are we still standing? We talk about the special equipment every believer has—the Holy Spirit—and why He is the reason you've already won the victory. It's time to stop being ignorant of the enemy's devices and start operating in the dominance you were created for.    

Growth is a gift—but it's rarely comfortable.God often uses seasons of divine discomfort to stretch us, mature us, and move us forward. What feels inconvenient, costly, or even frustrating is often evidence that He is doing something deeper than we can see.In this message, “Divine Discomfort: Growth Brings Beautiful Challenges,” we explore how spiritual growth doesn't happen accidentally—and it doesn't come without tension. When God brings increase, it forces us to confront what needs to change.Through Scripture, we see that growth:Comes from God alone—not effort, talent, or positionExposes whether our hearts respond with complaints or convictionRequires maturity, responsibility, and the willingness to let go of childish waysDrawing from 1 Corinthians 3, Acts 6, and 1 Corinthians 13, this sermon highlights how the early Church navigated rapid growth—not by avoiding problems, but by addressing them with wisdom, prayer, and obedience. What could have divided them instead multiplied their impact.In this sermon, you'll hear about:Why God is the true source of all growthHow growth can reveal what's really in our heartsThe difference between reacting in frustration and responding with faithWhy maturity always costs something—but leads to something betterIf you're in a season where things feel stretched, uncomfortable, or demanding more of you than before, this message may help you see it differently.Because divine discomfort isn't meant to harm you—It's often the evidence that God is growing you.

Some seasons don't gently ease in—they hit hard. Unexpected pressure. Rising tension. Questions about what's next.As we step into a rocky year, the real question isn't whether challenges will come—it's how we'll respond when they do.In this message, “A Rocky Year Is Here: Will You Be One Who Crumbles Or Climbs?”, we're reminded that Scripture never hides the reality of trials. Jesus Himself said trouble would come—but He also declared that He has already overcome the world.This sermon walks through the tension of living in a broken world while placing our hope in an unshakable God, calling believers to trade fear for faith and anxiety for trust.In this sermon, you'll hear about:- Why difficulty is part of life—but defeat doesn't have to be- How hope sustains us when pressure rises and peace feels distant- The tension between serving God and trusting material security- What it means to steward wisely while stacking your prayers- Why building your life on the Rock matters more than ever- How God uses rocky seasons not to break us—but to grow usThrough passages like John 16, Isaiah 41, Romans 12, Matthew 6 & 7, Psalm 62, and more, this message points us back to a simple, steady truth: God alone is our rock, our salvation, and our refuge.If you're facing uncertainty, fear, or the weight of hard decisions, this message will challenge and encourage you to stand firm—and even climb—on the Rock that cannot be shaken.A rocky year may be here.But those who build on the Rock will not fall.CONNECT WITH US!Pillar Church Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pillarfollowerPillar Church Website: https://thepillar.comPreston Morrison Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prestonmorr...Pillar Church is led by Preston Morrison and located in Scottsdale, Arizona.#jesus #church #discipleship #prestonmorrisonCONNECT WITH US!Pillar Church Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pillarfollowerPillar Church Website: https://thepillar.comPreston Morrison Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prestonmorr...Pillar Church is led by Preston Morrison and located in Scottsdale, Arizona.#jesus #church #discipleship #prestonmorrisonCONNECT WITH US!Pillar Church Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pillarfollowerPillar Church Website: https://thepillar.comPreston Morrison Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prestonmorr...Pillar Church is led by Preston Morrison and located in Scottsdale, Arizona.#jesus #church #discipleship #prestonmorrison

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.    

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.        

Before the foundation of the world, Jesus shared perfect glory and intimacy with the Father, yet humanity was created by God, for God, and to be like God in order to live in divine connection with Him. From the garden to the cross, God's desire has always been friendship, not distance. Jesus made this clear when He said He no longer calls us servants but friends, revealing the heart of God and the depth of His love. That friendship came at a great cost, not with silver or gold, but with the precious blood of Christ, chosen before the world began so that we could be restored to radical intimacy with God.

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.    

Jesus is our peace, and Scripture shows why His peace is unlike anything the world can offer. God is not the author of confusion but of peace, and Jesus gives us a gift of peace for our minds and hearts, calling us not to be troubled or afraid. Jesus Himself is perfectly at peace with the Father, and through faith we have peace with God. Even in discipline God produces a peaceful harvest in those He trains. Christ sits at the right hand of the Father, and we are called to set our minds on the realities of heaven. The greatest way for us to walk in lasting peace is to keep our trust and thoughts fixed on God, for He promises to keep in perfect peace all who look to Him.

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.      

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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 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.    

Jesus is our High Priest, the One who entered heaven on our behalf and secured our redemption forever. Scripture shows us that He is seated in authority, sympathetic to our weaknesses, and fully present with us in every struggle. And through His sacrifice, He has made us a kingdom of priests, called to minister to God, serve others, bless them, and help reconcile people back to Him. This message explores what it means that Jesus is the Highest Priest and what it means for us to live as His priests in our world today.

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.    

Jesus is the Head of the Church, the true Leader and life source of His body. Ephesians 1:19-22 reminds us that God placed all things under His authority for the benefit of the church. He owns it, builds it, and holds it together. Through Him, every part grows strong and full of love, because everything we do flows from Him.