This trip was truly one of the more profound life experiences I have had. As a pastor who has been in ministry for 46 years I can honestly say that there are parts of the Pauline Epistles and Revelation which I will never read the same way again. Being onsite at the locations where Paul planted churches and the churches to whom John was writing, as well as being in Rome and in a place like Mamertine Prison where Paul wrote Philippians with complete joy while awaiting execution, not only helped me understand God's word with more clarity, but helped me take another step in my relationship with Jesus, and my commitment to live for Him so that the summary of my life might one day be Acts 13:36. I will be forever grateful for this trip, and for Rod and Libby who are wonderfully gifted teachers who poured their life and knowledge into us with passion, authenticity, and the love of Jesus that is so evident in them. Pastor David McCowan, Lenexa, Kansas

This trip is one for the ages. We were able to step back into thousands of years of history and have thoughtful and thorough guides like Rod and Libby to lead us through it all. Their insights brought the Bible to life in a way that is both awe-inspiring and incredibly challenging. The itinerary is full and so is my head and heart. I would definitely recommend this for anyone who wants to see the connection of the generations of faith and the shoulders of followers of Christ on whom we stand.

We had a great time on this trip. Rod and Libby did a great job explaining world history and biblical history. They made a great study guide with all kinds of pictures and dates. We stayed in very nice hotels and the food was good. We walked a lot, but my favorite times were when Rod would read the bible in the areas we were in. You really got a feeling for the early christians and how hard their life was for them. It really helped to be there among all the pagan gods and their temples. How the apostles and Paul were led by the Holy Spirit to witness in that culture. I highly recommend this trip with Rod and Libby Van Solkema

Rod and Libby did an amazing job making history come alive! The trip was Wonderful! Thank you!

Rod and Libby do an incredible job teaching, inspiring and encouraging our group in what it was like for the 1st century church and how that translates to our lives today. The accommodations were great and all of the logistics of leading a group were handled incredibly well. I would definitely recommend this trip!