"The 'Following in the Footsteps of Jesus: Israel & Jordan' study
tour with Dr. Jeffrey Weima was an experience we will never forget. We
had previously traveled with Jeff on his Italy tour, and so already had
high expectations, but we learned and saw so much more in Israel and
Jordan than we had anticipated. Jeff is extremely knowledgeable and
passionate, and coupled with the skills of Jeff’s hand-picked local
guides, we grew considerably in biblical and historical knowledge, as
well as in geography and contemporary happenings in these lands. Jeff is not only a biblical expert, he is also well organized so that the
hundreds of details involved in the tour ran smoothly, from
transportation to our fine lodging, and from meals to our museum and
biblical site entrance tickets. With such details well-cared for by his
team ahead of time, Jeff was able to give full attention to the guiding,
teaching, worship, study sessions, and experiential/spiritual journey on which he
was leading us. We would certainly recommend both this tour and Dr.
Weima to anyone dreaming of such a memorable tour
experience." Craig and Janet Klamer (Grand Rapids, MI). 
"Traveling with Dr. Jeff Weima through Israel and Jordan, 'Following in the Footsteps of Jesus,' was a truly amazing journey. The trip was well organized, the hotels were lovely and comfortable, and the breakfast and dinner buffets had a wide assortment of delicious foods. The history of some of the sights we saw are hard to comprehend. For example Bet Shean had 15 layers of civilization dating from 5,000 B.C! Petra had magnificent intricate sandstone tombs carved by the Nabataens in the first century B.C. Herod the Great’s construction projects were particularly mind boggling: from the construction of Caesarea Maritima which included creating a harbor where none existed by pouring ground volcanic pumice into the sea, to the impressive Herodium and Masada palace/fortresses, and also the base wall of the temple in Jerusalem with stones 40 feet long and over three feet wide. But the most meaningful aspects of the trip were learning and seeing where Jesus taught and walked. Dr. Weima did an amazing job at each site giving us the historical context and the Biblical lessons that Jesus taught. The whole trip truly has made the Bible come alive for us in "3-D." We are reminded, however, as Jesus taught in Capernaum, Chorazin and Bethsaida that with greater privilege comes greater responsibility. As Dr. Weima taught us more about our suffering Messiah, we were challenged and inspired to follow Him." Jim & Mary Vander Werp (Pentwater, MI).
"When we first read the study tour title, 'Following the Footsteps of Jesus', Gerry and I were excited to join Jeff Weima
on a journey through Israel and Jordan -- and we were ministered to,
challenged and inspired throughout. To stand on the streets of Capernaum knowing that Jesus walked right there, to peer over the cliffs of Arbel
imagining that Christ and his disciples retreated to those heights, to
traverse the waters of the Sea of Galilee hearing the splash of waves
just as Peter did when he stepped overboard--these were all amazing
experiences. What really brought the scenes to life, however, was Jeff weaving
Scripture, archeology and history together at each stop, teaching us
fresh perspectives and enlivening the stories we thought we already knew. Now, when we read
the words in the Bible, we not only recognize the Word of God, but we
also see real images, we hear actual sounds, and we smell distinctive
aromas. Our understanding of Jesus and his ministry has been given more
depth, breadth and expanse ... and so we are grateful. We unequivocally
recommend Jeff and this tour to any and all who are curious about the
real places in Jesus' life, who desire more knowledge about Christ's
time, and who wish to know the Savior better." Jan & Gerry Van Kooten (Sterling, Alaska).
"We thoroughly enjoyed and were blessed by the tour of Israel
and Jordan with Professor Weima. It was a comprehensive tour and a true learning
adventure! The daily schedules were efficiently planned and thorough
descriptions were given of all the sites.The depth and breadth of Dr.
Weima’s knowledge was amazing. All of the sites were
interesting, but we most enjoyed walking around Capernaum and surrounding areas
of Galilee where Jesus did much of his ministry. The non-commercial character of
this area allowed us to imagine that we were there with Jesus. Our Sunday
worship on the Mount of the Beatitudes was inspiring. Relaxing dinners with our
tour friends allowed us to reflect on each day’s events." Jim & Karen Duthler (Los Angeles, CA)
"If you are looking to increase understanding of 1st
century cultural/political/religious environments in Israel and Jordan,
this is a great tour. Dr. Weima and co-tour leader, Khalil Habbab, were
first-class in every way with caring consideration for the tour members,
years of experience, incredible depth of knowledge along with excellent
hotel and bus accommodations. This is a true ‘study’ tour that is packed with
in-depth learning experiences that are designed to strengthen one's faith as a
follower of Jesus. Weather can be hot (over 100° F in May), days can be
somewhat long (leaving the hotel at 7:30 am and arriving back at 5:30 pm), and there can be a fair amount of walking, but in the end it all is most worthwhile and rewarding. Highly recommended! Jim and Pat De Koekkoek (Central Point, OR).
"We were privileged to travel with Dr. Jeff Weima through Greece as we retraced Paul's 2nd and 3rd Missionary Journeys. The sites we visited included Thessaloniki, Phillipi, Corinth, Berea, Delphi, Athens, Ephesus, Patmos, Crete and more! These visits brought new meaning and understanding to the Biblical accounts of Paul's travels and ministry. Dr. Weima's teaching sessions at the historical sites during the day and at the hotel in the evenings were both informative and challenging and made us love Paul more. The springtime landscape was in full bloom which added to the already beautiful scenery. Also important was being able to travel with fellow Christians and we made many new friends. All aspects of this tour met or exceeded our expectations, and so we highly recommend Jeff's study tours!" Jim and Nancy Meyer (Grand Rapids, MI).
"If you are looking for a
vacation that feeds both you body and your soul, you should sign up for
'Paul's Missionary Journeys in Greece" with Professor Jeffrey Weima. Every day
Ellen and I woke up eager for more Greek cuisine and even more for
Jeff's delicious serving from Acts. Greece is stunningly beautiful with
snow capped peaks and fertile valleys. Not only did we experience
Paul's 2nd Missionary Journey; but we also stopped at many other
interesting historical sights and museums. The trip was topped off by a
delightful 3-day cruise that allowed us to visit both ancient Ephesus
and Patmos." Rev. Paul & Ellen Hoekstra (Grand Rapids, MI)
"I had the privilege to accompany a group led by Dr. Jeff Weima on a
Pauline Missionary tour of Greece during my sabbatical.
My main purpose was to get a better sense of the background of Paul’s ministry
and letters – which I certainly did – but this goal was supplemented by further
insights into the history of ancient Greece and beautiful scenery of the
mainland and islands. Following Paul’s chronological ministry in Acts 16-19, we
visited Neapolis, Philippi, Thessalonica, Berea, Athens, Corinth, and Ephesus
(in Turkey). I learned about the typical structures and layouts of these
ancient cities. Do you know what an acropolis, agora, and stoa are and how to
describe them? I learned about the religious and social structures of these
communities and how they influenced the new converts in the Greek world. Dr. Weima’s supplementary study sessions in the evenings were
extremely revealing and interesting. If you are looking for an adventurous and informative
trip that gives you insights into “the world to which Paul ministered and wrote
letters,” then I highly recommend this study tour!" Dr. Roger Severino (Brentwood, TN)
"I just returned from Paul’s Missionary Journeys in Greece. Dr. Jeff Weima is a wealth of information. I liked the way he related history and mythology to the Bible. I appreciated the study sessions we had at the various biblical and ancient sites. April is a wonderful month to visit Greece: the countryside was in full bloom; I especially loved the red poppies. It was a truly amazing tour: amazing sites, great tour guides, breath-taking narrow roads, wonderful Greek food, good accommodations, varied shopping, long days, informative lectures, perfect weather and tired feet. A huge thanks to Jeff for making my first group tour a memorable experience!" Barbara Mitchell (Bellflower, CA)
"We began following the missionary journey of Paul at Philippi, where the apostle
first brought the gospel to Europe. Here Paul baptized Lydia and her
household, and for those of us of European descent this is a most significant
moment in our history because the gospel came to us beginning there.We then followed Paul’s steps throughout Greece: Amphipolis, Thessalonica, Berea, Vergina, Meteora, Delphi, Athens, Corinth and its port city of Cenchrea. Along the way we had too many marvelous
experiences to mention. We especially
enjoyed the wonderful city life of Athens, connecting with the local Greek people,
cruising among the beautiful islands on the Aegean Sea, and visiting the scene of Paul’s ministry in Ephesus.We loved Greece and highly recommend this inspirational tour. We
hope to join Jeff on another of his biblical tours soon! Rev. Larry and Sandy Slings (Holland, MI).
"I went on the 'Following in the Footsteps of Jesus: Israel & Jordan' tour and was very impressed with how well orchestrated this trip was planned (and I didn't have to do the planning)! We saw an amazing number of biblical and archaeological sights in a short amount of time. The local tour guide with a master's degree in political science was very knowledgeable of the sites and informative of current cultural and living conditions. The accommodations were luxurious! Dr. Weima's insights of the biblical passages have helped me understand my Bible better and in turn will help me teach and preach the Bible better. I highly recommend this tour!" Rev. Ken Krause (Big Rapids, MI).
"Kathy and I had the wonderful opportunity to tour Turkey and Greece with Dr Weima in January 2017. As we visited archaeological sites and talked about the lives of the people that lived in Biblical times, familiar words from scriptures came to life, and unfamiliar passages took on surprising meaning. We were joined on the tour by a large group of Seminary students. They made our study sessions and discussions especially interesting, and we made many new friends in our adventures together. We were in northern Turkey and northern Greece during a rare snow storm and had to adjust our travel plans for a few days. Yet we were well taken care of through the entire trip by Dr. Weima, our Turkish and Greek tour guides and bus drivers. Wonderful accommodations, delicious food, interactions with local Christians, and beautiful sights all made for a memorable trip. Back home, we continue to believe that we will forever read the New Testament with greater meaning." Kurt & Kathy Heidmann (Grand Rapids, MI)
"We were privileged to travel with Dr. Jeff Weima through Greece as we retraced Paul's 2nd and 3rd Missionary Journeys. The sites we visited included Thessaloniki, Phillipi, Corinth, Berea, Delphi, Athens, Ephesus, Patmos, Crete and more! These visits brought new meaning and understanding to the Biblical accounts of Paul's travels and ministry. Dr. Weima's teaching sessions at the historical sites during the day and at the hotel in the evenings were both informative and challenging and made us love Paul more. The springtime landscape was in full bloom which added to the already beautiful scenery. Also important was being able to travel with fellow Christians and we made many new friends. All aspects of this tour met or exceeded our expectations, and so we highly recommend Jeff's study tours!" Jim and Nancy Meyer (Grand Rapids, MI).
"I just returned from Paul’s Missionary Journeys in Greece. Dr. Jeff Weima is a wealth of information. I liked the way he related history and mythology to the Bible. I appreciated the study sessions we had at the various biblical and ancient sites. April is a wonderful month to visit Greece: the countryside was in full bloom; I especially loved the red poppies. It was a truly amazing tour: amazing sites, great tour guides, breath-taking narrow roads, wonderful Greek food, good accommodations, varied shopping, long days, informative lectures, perfect weather and tired feet. A huge thanks to Jeff for making my first group tour a memorable experience!" Barbara Mitchell (Bellflower, CA)
"I went on the 'Following in the Footsteps of Jesus: Israel & Jordan' tour and was very impressed with how well orchestrated this trip was planned (and I didn't have to do the planning)! We saw an amazing number of biblical and archaeological sights in a short amount of time. The local tour guide with a master's degree in political science was very knowledgeable of the sites and informative of current cultural and living conditions. The accommodations were luxurious! Dr. Weima's insights of the biblical passages have helped me understand my Bible better and in turn will help me teach and preach the Bible better. I highly recommend this tour!" Rev. Ken Krause (Big Rapids, MI).
"Kathy and I had the wonderful opportunity to tour Turkey and Greece with Dr Weima in January 2017. As we visited archaeological sites and talked about the lives of the people that lived in Biblical times, familiar words from scriptures came to life, and unfamiliar passages took on surprising meaning. We were joined on the tour by a large group of Seminary students. They made our study sessions and discussions especially interesting, and we made many new friends in our adventures together. We were in northern Turkey and northern Greece during a rare snow storm and had to adjust our travel plans for a few days. Yet we were well taken care of through the entire trip by Dr. Weima, our Turkish and Greek tour guides and bus drivers. Wonderful accommodations, delicious food, interactions with local Christians, and beautiful sights all made for a memorable trip. Back home, we continue to believe that we will forever read the New Testament with greater meaning." Kurt & Kathy Heidmann (Grand Rapids, MI)
"Through exceptional weather circumstances Dr. Weima and his well informed
local tour guides and experienced bus drivers
led our group of seminary
students and non-students on a Biblical Study tour of Turkey and Greece
January 3-17, 2017. The first serious snow and freezing temperatures
in both Turkey and Northern Greece in over 30 years did not stop Dr.
Weima from teaching and sharing his in-depth knowledge of the sites of
the early Christian church and the challenging work of the Apostle
Paul. The Turkish military blocked a snow-filled road which prevented
us from visiting Pergamum. Icy conditions prevented us from hiking up
the acropolis of Philippi. Nevertheless, Dr. Weima's personal
familiarity with
the biblical sites provided the group with opportunities to see other
ancient places
related to the theme of the tour. We are now equipped with
great photographs and fresh Biblical insights that remind us about the
life of the early Christian Church and the Apostle Paul. We continue to
use Dr. Weima's study notes and recommended reading materials as we do
our daily devotions from the New Testament. The weather on this tour may
have been exceptional but the tour was also exceptional. Well
done, Dr. Weima! We hope to join you again on a study tour in the
future." Phil and Jannetta VandenBerg (Toronto, Canada & Mwanza, Tanzania)"Dr. Weima knows his stuff, is energetic, and even
"Based on the
recommendation of friends, 'The Gospel Comes to Italy' (April 2016) is the first trip that we have taken with Jeff Weima.
We were not disappointed.
From the ruins of Pompeii to the canals of Venice, we gained a
new appreciation of the culture, the times, and the lives of the
apostles Paul, Peter, and Mark.
This was made possible through Jeff’s dynamic teaching and
expertise in the scripture and the history he presented. His attention to
detail was evident in the accommodations, meals, and travel provided for
us. All aspects of the tour—sites too many to name,
the guides, new people we met on the tour as well as the local people
in each city—are additional facets of the trip that made for an
unforgettable and highly worthwhile experience. We hope to join Jeff in
the future for further adventures." Steve and Sherry Teeter (Anchorage, AK)
"The study tour led by Dr. Jeffrey Weima -- 'The Gospel Comes to Italy' -- was a delightful experience. We enjoyed our visit to the Vatican with its Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Square and the massive and beautiful St. Peter’s Cathedral with its many works of art, especially Michelangelo’s Pieta, the moving sculpture of Mary holding in her lap the body of Jesus. Other impressive monuments in Rome were the Colosseum, the Forum, the Church of St. Paul Outside the Wall, the Catacombs, the Altar of Peace, the Pantheon, and much more. We also enjoyed the scenic views along the Amalfi Coast and our visit to Pompeii with an opportunity to climb Mount Vesuvius to see its massive crater and take in the panoramic view over the valley and the Bay of Naples. Our visits to Assisi. Florence and Venice were also memorable. The evening study sessions by Dr. Jeffrey Weima on Paul the Missionary, Paul the Letter-writer, and Paul the Theologian were insightful and thought provoking, and the two Sunday worship services were inspiring and uplifting. We thoroughly enjoyed this trip and heartily recommend it to you." Pastor Laryn and Leta Zoerhof (Wheatfield, IN)
"The 'Following in the Footsteps of Jesus' study tour was truly a trip of a lifetime! We credit Jeff Weima's excellent organizational ability
for providing outstanding professional guidance and very good hotels and food in Israel and Jordan. His
ability to deal with our schedule in a flexible fashion was notable, as
we kept on moving, seeing important
and interesting sites substituted for those that we could not enter
because of the recent security issues in Israel (we were not deprived).
Jeff is a passionate and well prepared teacher. His
evening study sessions gave us important, interesting
background and context for the sites to be visited the next day.
Devotions at sites where Biblical events actually occurred focused us
on following the
suffering Messiah and appreciating the meaning and impact of his
message in his time and ours. Scripture readings on the Sea of Galilee
at the site of the Beatitudes and where Jesus was baptized in the Jordan
River by John the Baptist were especially
moving, as was Jeff's last challenge to us delivered in a devotional evening session. With Jeff's sharing his knowledge and expertise, Israel and Jordan
came to life for us centuries and millennia after events that shaped it. Our reading the Bible now is with a very different perspective and 'feel' for the place where so much happened" -- Jerry and Mary Van Wyke (Bloomfield, Michigan)
"The recent Israel/Jordan tour was an immensely educational,
historical and spiritual excursion all bundled up in one package. I benefited
greatly from the sound biblical insight of our leader, Dr. Jeff Weima, as we
explored the different places of the Bible, following in the footsteps of Jesus. The wonderful
companionship we all enjoyed, great food and lodging were all an added bonus.
As I now read the applicable Bible passages, they come alive to me in 3-D. The
time spent on this tour has left an indelible imprint and will not easily be forgotten" -- Debbie
VanLeusen (Barrie, Ontario)
Touring Israel and Jordan by
“Following the Footsteps of Jesus” with Dr. Jeff Weima was a very special
experience for us. Jeff made us feel
comfortable and secure from start to finish. Each day of the tour seemed to
have its own balance of sight-seeing, learning, and opportunity for spiritual
growth. Dr. Weima’s insightful
presentations, whether on-site or at the end of the day at the hotel, always had a way of enhancing
what we were seeing or experiencing. The times we spent in worship under his
leadership were especially enriching. Once you have been there on a tour like
this, reading the Gospels is less like reading a book and more like knowing the Person
in whose footsteps you have walked. – Rev. Alvin & Carolyn Vander Griend (Lynden, WA)
"Having just returned from our wonderful trip to Greece, we
could think of no better way to thank Dr. Jeffrey Weima for this
amazing experience than to write this testimonial for his website. The
trip was an exciting adventure which included traveling the itinerary of Paul's Second Missionary Journey and other ancient Greek and Byzantine sites. Dr. Weima, in addition to being a
wealth of information, is a capable and caring leader. His
rapport and coordination with the local Greek guide and his evening
lectures made the trip that much more special. Another highlight
for us were the two Sunday worship services where Dr. Weima preached
sermons which made Paul's letters even more personally applicable. For
anyone who wants to gain new insights into Paul, his letters, the
culture he experienced, and the geography and history of the Greece in which the apostle traveled, we highly recommend this tour" -- Gary & Karen Tinklenberg (Grand Rapids, MI).jpg)
"We joined Jeff on his study tour in Greece in the spring of 2014, and it
was an exceptional experience. Jeff's knowledge of the life of Paul,
Paul's letters, material culture, and the history of Greece and its
culture brings the Bible to life and allows one to hear how God's
ancient Word addresses us today. The number and variety of sites we were
able to visit in a rather short amount of time testifies to this trip's
well thought-out itinerary and continually piqued our curiosity about
this land and its important history. Thus we highly recommend this trip,
and we commend--and thank--Jeff for his leadership, his teaching, and
his vision in making this trip available" -- Rev. Matt & Lena Stob
(Holland, MI) 
"Dr. Jeff Weima’s insight into the Bible, his
knowledge of Greece, his friendly personality, humor and excellent
communication skills helped push the trip beyond just a happy holiday to a
learning experience that has helped me be a better teacher of the Bible at the
University of Jos in Nigeria. Seeing and walking in the places where Paul ministered
gave me new insights about parts of the Bible that I teach every day: standing
beside the river outside Philippi where Paul baptized Lydia, sitting on Mars
Hill within sight of a half dozen temples that convinced Paul that the
Athenians were a very religious people, standing on the bema (“speaker’s
platform”) in the marketplace of Corinth where Paul appeared before the Roman
governor Gallio, sitting in the theater in Ephesus where the mob of 24,000
yelled “Great is Artemis of the Ephesians!” for two hours—all of these
experiences inspired me to go back and read these stories in Acts more
carefully and squeeze every bit of truth I can get from them. This trip has
also convinced me that my wife and I should also join Dr. Weima on his other
tours as well! -- Dr. Danny & Mary McCain (Jos, Nigeria).jpg)
"It has been a decade-long dream of ours to visit the sites and cities
included in Paul's missionary journeys; that dream was fully and richly
realized in January 2014 when we participated in a Study Tour of Turkey
and Greece led by Dr. Jeff Weima. It is Jeff's stated
purpose to enliven the Scriptural content of Paul's trips and letters,
but so much more happened as we walked, talked, listened to and lived
the words in Acts, Ephesians, Colossians, Thessalonians,
and Revelation. Jeff's master teaching illuminates and illustrates the
events and texts in wonderfully interesting and inspirational ways. His
passionate and knowledgeable instruction awakens awe and wonder at
every site. We have been so blessed by our experiences on this trip and
will be forever grateful to Jeff for his leadership and care of us all
as we adventured together. We would not hesitate to travel with Jeff
again and encourage you to do the same." -- Jan and Gerry VanKooten (Grand Rapids, Michigan).jpg)
"Sitting in church one week removed from our January 2014
Biblical Study Tour through Greece and Turkey and the pastor opens the
Scriptures to 1 Corinthians. My wife leans in and whispers, 'We were just there
last Monday.' I smile at that thought. Then, as I am listening to the Word, I
discover how I have been changed. It is the difference between hearing a story
and hearing a story that you now somehow feel a part of. Paul’s mail now makes more
sense to me, as does Paul the person. If you ever get a chance to take this study
tour with Dr. Jeff Weima, take it! The itinerary is well organized, the
accommodations are terrific, and the tour guides are professional and personal.
That alone is a glowing recommendation. But the icing on the cake is spending
time with Dr. Jeff Weima who is a world-class Pauline scholar, an inspiring
teacher, a gracious man, an energetic host, and a ton of fun to spend time
with!" -- Michael and Loretta Nanninga
(Calvin Theological Seminary, Grand Rapids, MI) 
"The Greece study tour was the perfect recipe of education, travel and
invigoration--flawlessly executed and brilliantly led by Dr. Weima. The
world of Paul opened up for us in ways we never even imagined possible!" -- Dr. Randy and Kathy Engle (Detroit, MI)
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"Carol and I very much enjoyed our first guided tour venture to Turkey and Greece. We were comforted by the travel staff greeting and guidance at our departure airport. The staff, hotels, menu, and connections were pleasant surprises. Our fellow traveling companions were a mix of students and adults. All were lively convivial traveling companions. We were gently shepherded by the guides and drivers who went out of their way to ensure our comfort and travel safety. Dr. Weima presented travel dialogue that connected the sites with biblical and historical significance. His teaching coupled with the trip guide were spiritually enlightening. I look forward to future travel adventures with Dr. Weima. Safety and comfort could not be improved at the very reasonable price of the trip. The spiritual insights were an unforgettable bonus. Thanks again Jeff! You lead a terrific team!" -- Paul and Carol Fairchild (Fairbanks, Alaska).
"I traveled with Dr. Jeff Weima in the spring of 2012 to Greece and Turkey. What I found delightful was the continual education regarding first century New Testament and ancient Greek history. We enjoyed daily teaching revealing the historical significance of the cities we visited. Dr. Weima was compassionate towards the group, and all our needs were met. Yet, he was also an ever enthusiastic teacher -- very knowledgeable and with a natural teaching style. My personal understanding of some
of the most
important geographic locations in Paul's letters increased dramatically
on this trip, and therefore I would highly recommend the experience to
anyone who loves the New Testament. My heartfelt appreciation for the
magnitude of St. Paul's contribution has been appropriately heightened.
Another unexpected highlight of the trip was the kindness, joy and
cheerfulness of the other attendees. We just had a lot of fun and
enjoyed laughing together over almost every meal. I made many new good
friends, and I pray that many people will have the privilege of taking
this truly life-changing trip." - David Granner (Ann Arbor, MI).jpg)
"My husband and I have traveled with Professor Jeff Weima on both his study tours--one to Greece and the other to Turkey and the Seven Churches of Revelation. The New Testament has taken on a whole new dimension for us thanks to these two biblical tours! We understand Paul, both the man and his letters, more thoroughly and the churches of the early church have come alive for us. Professor Weima is an outstanding teacher, scholar and a personable leader. Both tours are invaluable for a first hand knowledge of the New Testament in its rich and diverse context!" - Dr. Claude-Marie Baldwin-Vos and Dr. Kenneth Vos (Grand Rapids, MI).
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"By the grace of God, we have had the opportunity of traveling with Professor/Reverend Jeff Weima on his two biblical study tours to both Greece and Turkey. We really enjoyed these trips with Jeff and traveling with a small group of enthusiastic Christian brothers and sisters. Not only did we see many impressive ancient sites and beautiful scenery along the way, we also came away with a much better understanding of the gospel that Paul worked so hard to bring to that part of the world. Jeff is not only an outstanding New Testament scholar, teacher, and preacher, he is also a very caring tour leader who always looks after his people. If you are thinking of doing a biblical study tour, you should definitely consider these trips led by Jeff Weima." - Wen & Roberta Cheng (Midland, MI)
"Taking a
tour with Jeff was undoubtedly one of the best educational experiences I’ve
had. Jeff’s knowledge and passion to share Paul’s letters and
life, combined with actually walking in the apostle's footsteps by day and studying his
letters by night, was a tremendous learning experience and blessing. This on site
experience, combined with Jeff’s study sessions on Paul’s letters, helped me gain a
much greater understanding of the content of Paul’s letters, along with a new
appreciation for the persuasive skill and pastoral sensitivity with which the apostle wrote. As a Pastor, this trip enables me to better connect
and communicate the ancient Biblical truths to our current culture today. For anyone considering taking a biblical study tour, I would
highly recommend joining one of Jeff's trips. You will be blessed!" - Rev. Randy Ledeboer (inSpirit Church, Byron Center, MI) 
"I have taken many trips, but none has been as challenging or as rewarding as the trip to Turkey with Jeff Weima. We were stimulated mentally by visiting numerous archeological sites, learning about their secular history from a knowledgeable Turkish guide. Jeff would then tell us how the lives of John or Paul or the early Christians intersected with that particular time frame and location. Our study sessions by Jeff were not only educational, but also inspirational. I came home feeling tired physically, but refreshed spiritually! Paul's letters and John's book of Revelation now mean more to me than ever before." (Barb Mengebier, Green Valley, Arizona)
"I joined Dr Jeff Weima on his trip to Turkey for Paul's Missionary
Journeys and the Seven Churches of Revelation during April 2013. I have travelled a
fair bit but I can honestly say that this has been one of the best
encounters of my entire career. I personally have a great passion for
the Bible, for its incredible history and all the Bible lands. From day
one I had the time of my life: the phenomenal sites we visited, Jeff's
passion for his work, his brilliant research and evening teaching
sessions, our accommodations, our excellent Turkish guide, and also a
brilliant group of people who shared the same passion for biblical travel. In fact, my fellow travelers on this study tour have enriched my life remarkably and some I can now call life-long
friends. One of the things that I can highlight and which made quite an
impression was the personal element to Jeff's tour. Whenever I had a
question (and those who know me will confirm, I can ask a LOT of
questions!), Jeff would stop and provide in-depth detail of exactly what I wanted to know. Weeks
after the trip we as a group are still sharing online our photos and
experiences which says a lot. I will be joining Jeff on his Greece trip
early next year, and so that should remove any doubts you might have about whether to sign up for this kind of trip! Thank you
for an absolute unique and incredible experience." Monique Terblanche (Sevenoaks,United Kingdom).
"After hearing Jeff Weima speak on the seven churches in
Revelation at our Family Bible Camp, my granddaughter, Michelle Jansons, was
very enthusiastic about doing the study tour with Jeff to Turkey. She invited
me to join her on this adventure and I accepted without hesitation, a decision
that I will never regret. My understanding of church history and
the accounts written in the book of Acts and the messages to the seven churches
in the book of Revelation skyrocketed. It left me with a renewed passion to
study these accounts in the light of the insights I gained on this tour. Both
Michelle and I will never read these bible texts the same way again. Some of the
most moving parts of the trip were to hear the accounts from scripture read at
the actual sites where they happened many centuries ago. Jeff’s lectures at the
end of each day were stimulating and hugely informative. The entire tour was
well orchestrated, extremely informative, and very comfortable. Both Michelle
and I left Turkey with some feeling of regrets that the tour had ended. We
highly recommend these biblical tours." Jack Jansons (Kennewick, Washington) and Michelle Jansons (Richland, Washington)..jpg)
"We
chose to travel with Dr Jeff Weima to Turkey in the footsteps of St
Paul. Because of the quality, value and overall satisfaction we had with that trip, we also
joined his study tour to Greece. Each time we enjoyed exceptional
Christian fellowship and camaraderie with our group. Both trips were
well-planned with excellent itineraries, hotels and food. Weima's
on-site and hotel lectures are biblically grounded and so worthwhile. He
is also fun and personable. Every detail seeks to make for the best
travel experience. We enthusiastically recommend these trips to you." - Rev. Jerry & Barb Kramer (Hilton Head, SC).jpg)
"My husband and I were privileged to travel with Dr. Jeff Weima to Greece
(2005) and Turkey (2007). As a student of the Bible for many years
through the tool of Bible Study Fellowship (BSF), I have studied Paul's
journeys many times and so looked forward to visiting the biblical sites
of his journeys and actually seeing some of the landmarks that Paul saw. I was not disappointed! We were enriched culturally, but more
importantly, spiritually by Jeff's enthusiastic presentations,
his biblical knowledge and passion for the Gospel message through Paul. We also enjoyed meeting with Christians in each country, and worshiping
with Turkish believers during Holy Week. We were blessed by these
tours and highly recommend them to anyone considering traveling with
Jeff." Marcia & Cornelius Huizinga (Jenison, MI).jpg)
"We continue to benefit from the insights we gained on the study tours to Greece (2006) and Turkey (2009). Jeff Weima is an enthusiastic teacher with a keen knowledge of the Apostle Paul and the early church. Listening to teachings about Paul and the churches the apostle established while we were on the site of those churches helped us experience that these were real people, living in a real place, and at a real time. Besides Jeff’s intense Biblical teaching, we had the advantage of local tour guides with broad knowledge of the countries in which we were traveling. From them we learned a great deal about the contemporary culture and customs. We believe these study tours made good use of the money and time we spent on them." - Ken & Phyllis Dornbush (Jenison, MI).
"Paul's Missionary Journeys in Turkey and the Seven Churches of
Revelation" has revitalized our current ministry and our devotions together as
a couple. As we headed out on the trip I was excited - but also
beginning to coast in my parish ministry. After seeing the Biblical sites with
my own eyes - and hearing Dr. Weima's careful, insightful and inspiring
teachings - well, "coasting" is no longer an option. Together Marge
and I are taking hold of the challenge to become conquering Christians.
Even if you are nearing the end of your ministry, you won't want to
miss this unique trip! -- Rev. Bill and Marge Van Der Heide (Ocheyedan, Iowa)
"My wife and I just returned from Jeff’s
tour of biblical sites in Turkey. What a
remarkable experience! Jeff and our
jovial Turkish tour guide explained the meaning of structures, statues, symbols
and more. Wherever possible we sat to
read the portions of Scripture that played out there. On many evenings we studied them
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We highly recommend and endorse Dr. Jeff Weima for the ultimate education and travel experience of Turkey. The instruction and accommodations more than exceeded our expectation and we hope to travel with him again. Dr. Harlan and Diane Vander Griend (Sheldon, Iowa)