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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 Connect with us at horizonchurch.com

Glorify and Grow is a weekly podcast where faith deepens and life grows.

What does God's righteous judgment actually mean for your everyday life? In this episode of the Glorify & Grow Podcast, Pastor Tom Kulp of Horizon Church walks through Romans 2 and unpacks one of the most misunderstood truths in Scripture: God's wrath is on sin — not the sinner.

From a potential mission trip to Greece, to the surprising story of Iranian Christians spreading the gospel under persecution, to the childhood wounds that quietly shape how we receive God's love — Pastor Tom brings it all back to the heart of the gospel: grace, not performance.

If you've ever felt like God only loves you when you're doing everything right, this episode will challenge and free you.

In this episode:

• Why Romans 2 is more relevant today than ever
• The difference between God's wrath and God's love
• How "hate the sin, love the sinner" changes your relationships
• Why we struggle to give others the same grace God gives us

Perfect for Christians growing in their faith, small group discussions, or anyone studying the Book of Romans.

In this episode of the Glorify & Grow podcast, Pastor Thomas Kulp of Horizon Church in Bosque Farms, New Mexico, unpacks the historical and spiritual context behind Paul’s letters to the early church. From the expulsion of Jews under Emperor Claudius to the challenges of unity between Jewish and Gentile believers, Pastor Kulp draws powerful parallels to today’s church struggles. Discover why Paul emphasized heart transformation over works, how disunity threatened the gospel, and why clarity in Christ remains the foundation of faith.

Listeners will gain insight into:

• The historical backdrop of Acts 18 and Romans
• The tension between law, grace, and works in the early church
• Practical lessons on humility, unity, and heart change for modern believers

This episode is a deep dive into scripture, history, and practical faith—reminding us that salvation is through Christ alone, not rituals, traditions, or works.

Do you dig in, or do you doubt?

In this episode of the Glorify & Grow Podcast, Pastor Thomas Kulp of Horizon Church in Bosque Farms, New Mexico, dives into the powerful story of Abraham — a man whose obedience was counted as righteousness — and challenges every believer to examine what "crazy faith" really looks like in everyday life.

Drawing from Genesis, Romans 8:28, and the "Hall of Faith" in Hebrews 11, Pastor Thomas walks through Abraham's most jaw-dropping moments: leaving his homeland without a destination, being promised a son at 100 years old, and ultimately being asked to sacrifice that same son on an altar. Pastor Thomas also shares a personal story about a recent invitation to do missionary work in Greece — and the uncomfortable silence that followed his "yes" — reminding us that faith and obedience go hand in hand, and that God's timing rarely matches ours.

In this episode you'll hear why Abraham's obedience was counted as righteousness, how to read Romans 8:28 correctly ("all things for the good," not just the good things), what Hebrews 11 reveals about the people God calls faithful, and why faith without focus isn't really faith at all.

How confident are you in why you believe what you believe? In this episode of Glorify & Grow, Pastor Thomas Kulp of Horizon Church challenges Christians to stop and honestly ask: What do I believe — and where did that belief come from?

Drawing from Romans chapters 1–4, Pastor Thomas unpacks the core crisis Paul addresses: people holding onto beliefs inherited from tradition rather than grounded in Scripture. From the Jew-Gentile tension in the early church to the question of circumcision, the law, and justification by faith — this message is just as relevant today.

In this episode:

• Why every Christian — no matter how mature — must keep asking "What do I believe?"
• Can God be limited by man? Does He save some people and not others?
• How does someone truly become a Christian?
• The role of the Law — and what happens when there are no speed limits
• Why circumcision didn't save, and what actually sets us apart
• The gospel as God's saving power for ALL who believe

Whether you're brand new to Romans or have been studying Scripture for decades, this message will challenge you to build your faith on God's truth — not just what someone told you in passing.

📖 Scripture Focus: Romans 1–4 🏛️ Horizon Church | Bosque Farms, New Mexico

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What actually saves you? Not your family name, not your denomination, not the church you grew up in, and not a moral scoreboard where the good has to outweigh the bad. In this episode, Pastor Thomas Kulp of Horizon Church digs into Romans and traces the thread all the way back to Abraham — reminding us that God's promise was never just for one group of people. It was always for everyone.

Thomas shares a candid story about a fender-bender that turned into an unexpected gospel moment, talks through the identity trap that keeps people stuck (calling themselves alcoholics, sinners, "pastor's kids"), and challenges us to stop comparing ourselves sideways and start looking up.

If you've ever felt like you couldn't measure up to Jesus — or like your past disqualifies you — this one's for you.

📍 Horizon Church | Bosque Farms, New Mexico 🔗 Connect with us at horizonchurchonline.com

Have you ever felt like your past disqualifies you from God's love? In this episode of the Glorify & Grow Podcast, Pastor Thomas Kulp of Horizon Church digs into Romans 4 and the revolutionary truth of Sola Fide — justification by faith alone.

Pastor Thomas explores why the early Jewish believers struggled to accept that salvation through Jesus Christ was available to everyone, not just those born into the right tradition or who followed the right rules. Using the example of Abraham and honest stories from his own faith journey, he unpacks the difference between sins of omission and commission, the danger of whiteboard Christianity, and what it truly means to receive God's grace as a gift.

You'll hear a powerful story about a former drug kingpin turned pastor — and why his favorite saying, "We're all just jacked up," might be the most freeing thing you ever hear.

In this episode:

• What Romans 4 teaches us about faith vs. works
• Sola Fide and Sola Scriptura explained simply
• Why God's grace extends beyond religion, tradition, or background
• How to stop measuring your sin and start receiving forgiveness

Whether you're new to faith or have been walking with Jesus for years, this episode will challenge you to go deeper in understanding God's unconditional love.

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In this episode of the Glorify & Grow Podcast, Pastor Thomas Kulp dives into the heart of Paul’s teachings in Romans, exploring the profound shift from a life of "works" to a life of "faith."

Human nature often drives us to earn our way—collecting accolades, checking off legal requirements, and trying to "work" for our salvation. But as Pastor Thomas illustrates through personal stories of hand-painted gifts and the history of the early church, grace is a gift that cannot be bought or earned.

Key highlights in this episode:

• The Boasting Trap: Why Paul insists that boasting is excluded by the principle of faith.
• Works vs. Faith: Understanding why we naturally lean toward "doing" and why God asks us to "believe" instead.
• The Nature of Prayer: A candid look at the three answers to prayer (Yes, No, and Maybe) and learning to trust God’s timing over our own.
• The Gift of Grace: A reminder that salvation is a free gift, and our only task is to open it with a grateful heart.

Join us as we learn to stop leaning on our own understanding and start resting in the finished work of Jesus Christ.

Did you know you have something Adam never had? Pastor Thomas traces a beautiful line from Eden to the Old Testament temple to your own body — showing how God has always pursued closeness with His people, and how today, through the Holy Spirit, you are the temple. A clip that will change how you see yourself and your walk with God.

Who is God? It's a simple question — just three words — but Pastor Thomas Kulp discovered that answering it honestly might be one of the most important things a Christian can do. And getting it wrong? That's where things start to go sideways.

In this episode of Glorify and Grow, Thomas unpacks Romans 3:21–23 and digs into what "the righteousness of God" really means — and why it's not about following rules or checking boxes. Along the way, he borrows a phrase from sports culture to make a bold point: God is the GOAT, the Greatest of All Time — past, present, and future — and nobody else even comes close. Not Brady, not Bannister, not your favorite president.

Thomas also walks us through a beautiful thread that runs from Eden to the temple to you — the idea that God has always wanted to dwell with His people, and that through Christ, He now lives inside every believer. Your body is the temple. And that changes everything about how we see ourselves, how we love others, and how we share the gift of the gospel.

Whether you've walked with Jesus for decades or you're still figuring out how to answer "Who is God?" — this episode will challenge you to stop comparing and start seeing God for who He really is.

Topics covered:

• What "the righteousness of God" means in Romans 3:21–23
• Why God is the GOAT — and why no one else compares