Romans 5: Justified by Faith, Peace with God, and Misquoting Scripture (Romans 8:28)

In this episode of the Glorify and Grow Podcast, Pastor Thomas Kulp of Horizon Church (Bosque Farms, NM) dives into Romans 5:1-2 — unpacking what it really means to be justified by faith and to have peace with God.

Pastor Tom shares why the word "therefore" is one of the most important words in Bible study, how to read Scripture without your "American glasses," and what Paul was really addressing when he wrote to the Jewish believers in Rome.

Plus — a vulnerable confession: Pastor Tom admits he's been misquoting Romans 8:28 for years. Does it say God works all things for the good of "those who love God" or "those God loves"? The difference is bigger than you think.

You'll also hear a wild real-life story involving check fraud, the FBI, and why Pastor Tom is very glad to be on the right side of that conversation.

In this episode:

- How to study the Bible more effectively (what "therefore" really signals)

- Romans 5:1-2 — justification, peace with God, and access to grace

- Why connecting John and Romans transforms your understanding

- Correcting a common Romans 8:28 misquotation

- Trusting God through seasons of fraud, stress, and hardship

Horizon Church | Bosque Farms, New Mexico

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