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The L.E.D. Podcast
BeLED š¶ Session 01 | Ritual or Relationship
Introducing BeLED Sessions ā where sermons find their sound. Ā Each BeLED Session turns a message preached by C.W. Stephens into a musical reflection ā a way for the Word to keep speaking through rhythm and soul. Ā Session 01: āRitual or Relationshipā Inspired by C.W. Stephensā sermon āWill God Judge His Own People?ā (Amos 5), this first BeLED Session asks: Have we fallen in love with the rituals of faith, or do we still crave relationship with the God who called us? Ā āš¾ Written by C.W. Stephens š¶ Base...
2025-11-11
03 min
The L.E.D. Podcast
BeLED šļø Ep. 11 | The One Where We Adopted Love
Guest: Quinton & Jennifer Locklin Theme: Adoption, race, faith, and family Tagline: Be the light. Be LED. Episode Description: In this powerful and tender episode of The LED Podcast, we dive into a story of courageous love that crosses racial, cultural, and spiritual boundaries. We're joined by Quinton and Jennifer Locklin, a couple whose gospel-rooted journey through adoption reflects the heart of God and the beauty of Kingdom family. From the early stirrings of their calling to adopt, to navigating the complexities of race, identity, and belonging, the Locklins share how faith reshaped...
2025-09-04
1h 04
The L.E.D. Podcast
LBQ š” Ep. 2 | Why Use the Word āLiturgyā? Arenāt We Supposed to Be Different?
What does Supermanās lost video message have to do with the Churchāand one ancient word: liturgy? In this episode of Light Bulb Questions, we explore how Supermanās identity was shaped by hearing only half the truthā¦and how Christians today can sometimes inherit an incomplete picture of what makes us distinct. Weāll unpack: The Greek meaning of liturgy and its biblical roots How the Restoration plea was about unity, not isolation Why our real humanity is found in bearing Godās image as Christ did The difference between avoiding church culture and embracing Kingdom culture š” Being ādifferen...
2025-08-09
20 min
The L.E.D. Podcast
LBQ š” Ep. 1 | Is the Church of Christ the Only True Church?
š§ A listener asked: āIf Romans 16:16 says āthe churches of Christ salute you,ā does that mean only the Church of Christ is biblicalāand all other churches are wrong?ā Ā Whew. Letās talk about it. Ā In this short-form Light Bulb Question episode, Christopher W. Stephens takes it back to what Jesus actually said in Matthew 16āabout ekklesia, influence, and what it means to be called out for Godās mission. Ā This isnāt about abandoning tradition. Itās about examining fruit over form, mission over marketing, and discipleship over deno...
2025-08-09
19 min
The L.E.D. Podcast
BeLED šļø Ep. 10 | The One Where Camp Became Holy Ground
š§ The One Where Camp Became Holy Ground Ā Ever had a moment so powerful you wished you could stay there forever? Ā Yeah, me too. Ā In this episode, weāre talking about mountaintop moments ā those highs when God feels close, the light shines bright, and faith seems unstoppable. Ā š LED Spotlight Ā Iām joined by Riley Watkins, Camp Director of Camp Oak Haven in Alleyton, Texas, and Pristine Hysten, a former camper turned volunteer leader who now serves alongside his wife at the same camp whe...
2025-07-04
1h 04
The L.E.D. Podcast
BeLED šļø Ep. 9 | The One Where I Took a Sabbath
š New episode just dropped! And this oneās all about stopping. Ā I took a full three-month sabbaticalāJuly to September 2024āand in this episode, Iām breaking down what really happened when I stepped away from church rhythms, cultural pressure, and nonstop motion to actually rest with God. Ā š” LED Spotlight: I share the journeyāburnout, small-town worship, preaching a pivotal sermon at Western Hills, and the invitation to āBe the Church.ā Ā šļø Kingdom Culture: Letās talk hustle. Weāre pulling back the curtain on grind culture and reclaiming Sabbath as a holy rhy...
2025-06-21
44 min
The L.E.D. Podcast
BeLED šļø Ep. 8 | The One Where I Didnāt Know What To Do
Have you ever begged God for a clear sign? A voice, a vision, a Quantum Leap-style jump to fix everything? Yeahāsame. In this episode, I open up about the pressure of decision-making when God seems silent. Whether it was in medical uncertainty, ministry choices, or big life transitionsāIāve wrestled with the fear of āchoosing wrong.ā In our Kingdom Culture segment, we talk about our obsession with control. Superheroes, multiverses, and destiny narratives have us believing thereās only one right path. But what if Godās will isnāt about fear-based perfe...
2025-05-31
36 min
The L.E.D. Podcast
BeLED šļø Ep. 7 | The One Where We Got Wise
The One Where We Got Wise Guest: George Williams In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Bro. George Williams ā a mentor, minister, and man of deep wisdom ā to talk about what it really means to walk in godly wisdom, especially as Black men in ministry and life. From spiritual formation to legacy-building, this one is packed with gems. š Note from the host: This was my first remote podcast recording. While the audio quality isnāt what I normally aim for (it's rough, honestly), Bro. Williamsā wisdom is too valuable not to share. Heās in the...
2025-05-20
1h 06
The L.E.D. Podcast
BeLED šļø Ep. 6 | The One Where We Choose Love
šļø Episode 6 ā The One Where We Choose Love In this episode of The LED Podcast, my wife joins me for a real and raw conversation about love, discipleship, and covenant. We tackle the idea of whether God sends godly spouses to people who aren't living for Him and why spiritual alignment matters more than many realize. Then, we reflect on our recent date night and review the movie Sinners from a Christian perspective. Is it simply entertainment, or does it show us hard truths about temptation and sin? We discuss how film and faith intersect and how bro...
2025-05-02
44 min
The L.E.D. Podcast
BeLED šļø Ep. 5 | The One Where the Village Was Wounded
In this urgent bonus episode of The LED Podcast, I respond to the recent tragic shootings in my hometown of Temple, TX, where young people lost their lives in less than a week. I reflect on whatās broken in our villageāand why Jesus is still the only way to restoration. This isnāt just a reactionāitās a Spirit-led call to revival, accountability, and hope.
2025-04-22
48 min
The L.E.D. Podcast
BeLED šļø Ep. 4 | The One Where I Went on A Mission Trip
In this episode of The LED Podcast, I take you on my recent mission tripāone 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 wasnāt 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 whit...
2025-03-21
53 min
The L.E.D. Podcast
BeLED šļø Ep. 3 | The One Where I Preached My First Sermon
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. š¬ What does it really mean to be called by God? In this weekās God Questions? segment, I unpack my personal journey and answer listener questions on discerning Godās call on their lives. š„ Spoiler alert: If you're wondering if you're calledāyou are. Now shine your light!
2025-03-21
1h 15
The L.E.D. Podcast
BeLED šļø Ep. 2 | The One Where I Learned to Trust God
In this episode of The LED Podcast, I continue sharing my personal journey of faithāthe second and final part of my testimonyāas I reflect on how my relationship with God has grown and deepened over time. Then, we dive into Amazon Primeās new show House of Davidāis 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. š” God Questions Segment: Do Christians have to fast? We explore wha...
2025-03-21
44 min
The L.E.D. Podcast
BeLED šļø Ep. 1 | The One Where It All Begins
Welcome to The LED Podcastāwhere faith meets culture, and discipleship shines! In this debut episode, I introduce myself and share my personal journey with Godāhow 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 storiesāfrom Spider-ManĀ to Black Panther, the redemptive arc belongs to Christ, and Hollywood knows it! š” God Questions Segment: When does submission to a husband or wife become abuse? We unpack...
2025-03-21
53 min