Join me and my friend Nathan Finochio as we dive into his journey from preaching at NYC Hillsong to launching Theo University, soon expanding globally in Spanish as Theo Universidad. Nathan shares insights into how he developed his unique preaching style and his ongoing mission to spread the gospel. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation!

Are You Moving Forward? In this episode, I explore how leaders can recognize complacency in their lives. Join me as I discuss six barriers that may be holding you back and six uplifting promises from God’s Word to inspire your journey ahead. Let’s reignite your passion and purpose together!

Are you a height leader or a heart leader? In this episode, I'm breaking down 1 Samuel 16:7, where it says, "the Lord looks at the heart" rather than outward appearance. Discover why heart-oriented leaders are essential in every area and how true leadership goes beyond mere appearances. Join me to explore the lasting impact of leading from the heart!

Join me in this episode as I chat with my friend Adam, who now serves as an Executive Pastor at Calvary Church. Adam shares his inspiring journey of coming to faith in Christ and the transformative moments that led him to where he is today.

Ready to embrace bold leadership? In this episode, I dive into the essence of what it means to be a bold leader as described in Acts 4:23-31. Discover the 7 defining qualities of a bold leader and learn how being filled with the Holy Spirit can empower us to speak out with confidence, uplift ourselves, and inspire those around us. Join me on this journey to lead with courage and conviction in today’s world.

Join me for a Q&A session with Pastor Phil and Pastor John as we tackle some of the most frequently asked questions in church, including topics like drinking, dating, voting, and more. You won't want to miss this discussion!

I'm excited to be joined by Jake Fraley, professional baseball player for the Cincinnati Reds! Jake opens up about his journey from playing baseball with his dad as a kid, to his faith journey, and his time at Louisiana State University and with the Tampa Bay Rays. He also shares heartfelt moments about meeting his wife, Angelica, and their life with their two kids. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation!

Join me as I sit down with my friend, Pastor Rich Romero of Generation Church. In this episode, Rich reflects on his early days in ministry and shares the inspiring journey of how he and his wife, Tina Romero, established Generation Church. He opens up about how his unwavering faith and passion for helping others achieve their God-given purpose guided him through challenging times.

Who are you imitating? In this episode, I'm exploring the concept of "Imitating the Ideal." Imitating others is a natural tendency, but we should purposefully aim to model ourselves after Jesus. As 1 Corinthians 4:14-17 points out, Jesus calls us to imitate Him. Without a clear intention to do so, we risk missing the mark. Tune in as I discuss what to look out for and share practical steps to become an ideal leader who follows Jesus' example.

Pastor Rich Whitter from Life Pointe Church is joining me to talk about leadership and share some inspiring mission stories. He’ll delve into his upbringing in the church, recount his transformative mission trip to China where he met his wife, Janet Whitter, and offer his insights on effective church leadership.

Welcome back to season 2 of Thrive! We're exploring the subject "Leading in the Middle" the idea that you're not where you used to be, but you're not where you want to be. We dive into the book of Joshua, where we can learn 5 applications: leaders 1) obey God's word, 2) go first, 3) lead by example, 4) stand in the middle, and 5) live in the presence of God. Invite God into your day today and know that no matter what you're in the middle of, as long as you are close to Him, we can continue to...

Closing out this season with my most special guest of all, my beautiful wife, Diana. Thank you all for your support and I am so grateful we were able to share, encourage and thrive this season together. I hope you enjoy this last episode as we discuss baby #2, building a firm foundation, being a submissive wife, and SO much more. I’m already expectant for what God will do in season 2. I love you guys.

What lies are killing your relationships? Isolation brings desolation and if we are going to be leaders that change the world, we need relationships that make us more like Jesus. I hope this episode brings you wisdom on how to target the lies of the enemy so that you can begin living in unlimited freedom in your relationships.

“The more I know about God, the more I can place my affection and love towards Him.” I am so excited to be back this week with a very special brother of mine, Chris Palmer. This week we talk about church, growth, spirituality, and education of the Bible. There is something so special about sitting with a friend and thinking back on how much God has transformed our lives. As we grow as Christians, we can never stop pursuing growth in our knowledge of God.

Do you know who God is? It's extremely important as a Christian to know the will of God for your life. In this episode I'm diving into the difference between a general will and a specific will. The general wills I go over should lead you to this... allow God to transform your life so that He can use you to transform others. 

I'm excited to talk about what I believe is a crucial aspect of being a leader: staying the course. This has been something I've tried to live out in my own personal life for years. I want to be someone who not only starts well but ends well, and I have mentors and pastors in my life who have modeled this for me. There's something beautiful about longevity – long-lasting relationships, marriages, friendships, and careers. God blesses longevity, and I want to be a person with longevity...

Welcome back to Thrive, where I believe you were not created to survive, but to thrive. If you can change yourself, you can change your world. Today, I want to focus on the word "again." If you are going to be a leader that thrives, a person that makes a difference, and someone who changes the world, this word must be part of your vocabulary. It's been part of mine, and it's found in phrases like "start again," "believe again," "dream again," and "get up again." If you're alive today, there...

Welcome to Thrive, where I believe you were not created to survive, but to thrive. If you change yourself, you can change your world. I am your host, Alex Sagat. We are jumping back in once again here on Thrive as we talk all things life, leadership, and lifestyle. If we are going to be leaders, we need to lead by example. I was thinking about Timothy. Paul reminds Timothy to be an example in 1 Timothy 4:11-16, where he says, "Command and teach these things. Let no one despise you for your...

Welcome to another episode of Thrive, where we believe you were not created to survive, but to thrive. And if you change yourself, you can change your world. Today, I wanted to have a conversation about the spiritual weight that makes up who you are. When people mention your name, there should be a weightiness to it – a sense of trustworthiness and reliability. We must be careful not to be spiritually empty. Are you found wanting, or is there weight and character attached to your name?...

This week I am joined by a few of my best friends who just so happen to be some of the best preachers in South Florida. Join us as we tackle the tough but serious topic of deconstruction. There will inevitably come a point in our Christian walk where we will have to deal with doubt and maybe even some church hurt, but there is a way to continue to Thrive. It was a joy to hear different perspectives on this issue coming from guys who are sold out for Jesus.