'Whenever we wish to win someone over and engage him in
the greater service of God our Lord, we should use the same strategy
for good that the enemy employs to draw a good soul to evil. The enemy
enters through the others' door and comes out his own. He enters with
the other, not by opposing his ways but by praising them. He acts
familiarly with the soul, suggesting good and holy thoughts that bring
peace to the good soul. Then, little by little, he tries to come out his
own door, always portraying some error or illusion under the appearance
of something good, but which will always be evil. So, we may lead
others to good by praying or agreeing with them on a certain good point,
leaving aside whatever else may be wrong. Thus after gaining his
confidence, we shall meet with better success. In this sense we enter
his door with him, but we come out our own.'
