After several years of laboring to produce a meager harvest from hard soil, it was time to move on to another ministry. I found myself experiencing some hard feelings toward a few people who had vehemently opposed me. I wondered if I had truly forgiven them. This was quite a concern, since Jesus teaches that the forgiveness we receive from God is based on our willingness to forgive others (Matt.6:14-15).

Jesus also says, “…Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.” (Matt.5:44). So a few days before we moved away from that town, I got in my car and took a drive. I drove past the home of every person who had caused me grief because of my ministry. Slowing down as I passed each home, I prayed a sincere prayer for the well-being of each of my enemies. I call it “The Forgiveness Tour”.

Maybe you need to take a mental tour and forgive some people who have wronged you. Or perhaps you need to do like I did and actually get in the car and do some “drive-by” praying. Take it from me; it will do your soul some good.