Entrance to Their Hearts

This may be directed to parents, but I feel it applies to any person.

When we as parents have a genuine desire to teach the gospel to our children, the Lord will give us entrance into their hearts. Then may we know that as we enter there we stand on holy ground.

from Covenants, Ordinances and Service by Elder A. Theodore Tuttle, April 1984

And here are links to some other talks on the subject of seeing others as God sees them, because that's what "entrance to their hearts" means to me.

Through God's Eyes

Seeing Others as They May Become

Taking Upon Ourselves the Name of Jesus Christ

Finally, understanding our own heart is prerequisite to understanding others'. Here are some questions to ask (from this BYU devotional):

• Is my heart pure?
• Is my heart soft?
• Do I have a grateful heart?
• Do I have an obedient heart?
• Are we of one heart?

And don't forget the questions in Alma 5!