The L.E.D. Podcast
The L.E.D. (Light Emitting Disciples) Podcast is where faith, nerd culture, and real-world discussions collide! Hosted by C.W. Stephens—a husband, father, minister, and tech enthusiast—this podcast dives into theology, discipleship, preaching tips, debates, movie and video game reviews, interviews with clergy and everyday believers, and deep dives into ministry and current events. Whether you’re here to learn, laugh, reflect, or just enjoy good conversation, every episode is Spirit-led, unfiltered, and thought-provoking. Subscribe now and join the journey—wherever God leads! 🎙✨
Episodes

Friday Mar 21, 2025
The One Where I Went on A Mission Trip
Friday Mar 21, 2025
Friday Mar 21, 2025
In this episode of The LED Podcast, I take you on my recent mission trip—one I was hesitant to go on, but one that turned out to be a God thing. From meeting Keith, a self-proclaimed pastor of all, to clearing thorn-infested vines and preaching a sermon I wasn’t sure would fit (Are We There Yet?), this trip challenged me in unexpected ways.
Then, we dig into a bigger discussion: Why do different church communities approach missions so differently? In my experience, predominantly Black churches focus on helping those inside their congregations, while wealthier, predominantly white churches often focus on overseas missions. Is there a disconnect? And what happens when, in the next 50 years, Christianity becomes a minority religion in America—could the mission field one day be us?
💡 Kingdom Culture Segment: The racial and economic divide in missions—why do some churches focus inward while others go global?
❓ God Questions Segment: Do all Christians need to be missionaries? What does it really mean to live on mission?
✋🏾 Training in Righteousness: This week, we’re looking at the spiritual discipline of Examen—because sometimes we need to examine our hearts and actions. (See what I did there?)
🔥 It’s time for real conversations, deep insights, and practical faith. Hit play, subscribe, and let’s Be LED!

Friday Mar 21, 2025
The One Where I Preached My First Sermon
Friday Mar 21, 2025
Friday Mar 21, 2025
I still remember the first time I stepped up to preach. The nerves. The excitement. The prayers. In this episode, I reflect on my first sermon experience and how preaching and teaching look different across cultural, racial, and generational settings.
💬 What does it really mean to be called by God? In this week’s God Questions? segment, I unpack my personal journey and answer listener questions on discerning God’s call on their lives.
🔥 Spoiler alert: If you're wondering if you're called—you are. Now shine your light!

Friday Mar 21, 2025
The One Where I Learned to Trust God
Friday Mar 21, 2025
Friday Mar 21, 2025
In this episode of The LED Podcast, I continue sharing my personal journey of faith—the second and final part of my testimony—as I reflect on how my relationship with God has grown and deepened over time.
Then, we dive into Amazon Prime’s new show House of David—is it just entertainment, or is its lack of biblical accuracy dangerous to our faith? We break down whether biblical stories can be reimagined for film or if this kind of content leads to misunderstanding Scripture.
💡 God Questions Segment: Do Christians have to fast? We explore what fasting really means, whether it's a requirement, and how it can transform your spiritual life.
✋🏾 Training in Righteousness: This week, we focus on the discipline of fasting—why it’s not just about giving up food, but about drawing closer to God.
🔥 It’s time for real conversations, deep insights, and practical faith. Hit play, subscribe, and let’s Be LED!

Thursday Mar 20, 2025
The One Where It All Begins
Thursday Mar 20, 2025
Thursday Mar 20, 2025
Welcome to The LED Podcast—where faith meets culture, and discipleship shines! In this debut episode, I introduce myself and share my personal journey with God—how He shaped my faith, called me into ministry, and led me to where I am today.
Then, we dive into a fascinating breakdown of how Disney has made billions by embedding the Gospel narrative into their MCU hero origin stories—from Spider-Man to Black Panther, the redemptive arc belongs to Christ, and Hollywood knows it!
💡 God Questions Segment: When does submission to a husband or wife become abuse? We unpack what biblical submission really means and how it has been misused in unhealthy relationships.
✋🏾 Training in Righteousness: Introducing the Palms Up, Palms Down Prayer—a transformational spiritual discipline that helps us surrender burdens and receive God’s guidance.
🔥 Get ready for real conversations, biblical insights, and a journey of light-emitting discipleship. Hit play, subscribe, and let’s Be LED!