Open the window of inspiration

Asking for a testimony of truth opens the window of inspiration.  Prayer is the most common and powerful way to invite inspiration.  Merely asking a question, even in our minds, will start to open the windows.  The scriptures teach, "Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you. (Luke 11:9)"  -Elder Allan F. Packer, "Finding Strength in Challenging Times!," General Conference, Ensign, May 2009