The most amazing place that I visited was Patmos Island where Apostle John was exiled and had the vision to complete the Book of Revelation. When we took the ferry to Patmos, one could image the day that Apostle John had experienced his journey to the island, it certainly was not as pleasant as ours. It took us four hours to go there by ferry. The Cave of Apocalypse (Revelation) was the main focus of this island where Apostle John was kept and stayed for a few decades. We were so grateful that Nadia led us for an intensive bible study on the Book of Revelation; what a golden opportunity and wonderful experience in reading this special book in Patmos Island of the Aegean Sea.

One of the fascinating facts that I have learnt from the church of Laodicea is the description written in Rev 3:15,“neither hot nor cold”. Since Laodicea was located between Hierapolis (6 miles away) where is a hot spring centre and Colossian (10 miles away) in ancient time. Hot spring water running from Hierapolis to Laodicea would become lukewarm after a distance of six miles. The lukewarm water continue to run from Laodicea to Colossian would turn cold. Based on this geographical condition, Laodicea would only get the lukewarm water that neither can heal nor drink. Lukewarm water is not useful for anything. That can explain why God called them “neither hot nor cold”, therefore He is about the spit them out. To be able to stand right at the ancient site of Laodicea and to meditate these bible verses, it will be unforgettable.

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” Rom 8:28. For sure, we all benefit from this tour as we are all called according to his purpose. It is really a once-in-a-life time experience. I would highly recommend you to set aside one of your holidays to experience the joy in learning and touring.

This tour is one of the best tour I've ever had in my life because of all of you who are so friendly and helpful. I certainly hope that we will be able to meet all or some of you in the not too distant future. I definitely learned a lot from Pastor Mrs Choi and all of you about the seven churches mentioned in Revelation and about the missionary trips of Paul. That makes me more confident in sharing with my christian brothers and sisters in our fellowship.

很感謝神能參加這次新約考察團，使我對保羅往日的宣教旅程有更深入的認識，及對啟示錄內的七教會的地理環境更清楚明白，特別多謝蔡師母的講解關於七教會當日的境況，令我獲益良多，再加上十分友善和互相幫助的團友，讓我享受到一個十分愉快和值得的旅程。

During this trip, we learned a lot about the difficult lives of early christians, especially St Paul. They risk their lives of being persecuted and put to death. Being a christian nowadays is relatively easy in many aspects, especially in Canada. The knowledge we learned from the trip gave us the insight, introduction and challenges to begin doing more researches on early christian lives and also testimonies in strengthening our Christian faith.

It had been a funful journey. Hope to meet you all again in the not too distant future. Thanks for all the wonderful memories and friendship on the bus, ferries, meal times, loading of luggages, church visits, tourist attractions and shopping moments.