What's the deal? Why are these people so worried about my soul? I'm not worried about their souls. Why do you feel it neccessary to try to convert people of other religions?If you think you're right, isn't that good enough for you? And also if I were east Indian, or Asian.. would they still try? Or maybe I should tell them I'm a Jew. But they look very very worried for my soul when I tell them I have no religion at all.
2006-10-23 14:18:55 · 15 answers · asked by Smitten_Kitten 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Mythology & Folklore
They think that they're religion is the only right way. They believe that if they don't do what they can to "save" the souls of others, they wouldn't be doing their part. It's a part of their religion, but it can be quite irritating after a while.
A good idea would be to keep on top of the conversation. Use their own religion against them and have them questioning their own faith if need be. If they continue to bother you after you've (politely) let them know you're not interested, you should just start ignoring them. If that still doesn't work, you just might have enough reason to start being rude (hope it doesn't come to this).
2006-10-23 14:31:32 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
God would that all people be Saved. This is why those people came calling on you.
Baptists? I didn't know that they went door-to- door, so someone is really concerned about you.
You say you have no religion at all? Then these good people are rightly concerned for you. Have you been baptized? If so, why don't you explore the possibility of being reconciled with the Church/Faith where you were baptized?
It never ceases to amaze me how people are concerned for their physical well being but care not at all about their Spiritual well being. If you are offended that people came knocking on your door then you should seek the religion of your choice. You honestly can't say they are trying to 'convert you;' by your own admission you have no religion at all. Then the best advise I can give you is to speak to the nearest Priest, Christian Minister or Rabi.
Best wishes,
H
2006-10-24 04:51:29 · answer #2 · answered by H 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
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2016-11-25 01:16:20 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've had people like that tell me I need to be saved. The third time they knocked on my door I told them I know God already,(which I do), and my soul isn't lost. I ignored their questions about my religion as it's my business. Then I tell them to keep looking and find someone who doesn't know God and needs to be saved. Mormons will keep on trying. I see them at least once a month in my neighborhood and they're always wearing suits and riding their bikes. Be glad a Jehovah's Witness hasn't approached you!
2006-10-23 14:29:31 · answer #4 · answered by Patience 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Religion has nothing to do with practicality- you poor thing! I can't tell you the amount of times this has happened to me too, so I sympathize. The thing is, they're not worried about your soul- they're worried about their own and how much they "haven't done" to complete their ritualistic dogma. They also can't think for themselves, they rely on a "script. "- If you know what I mean by that.
2006-10-23 17:34:59 · answer #5 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My husband once answered the door naked and told them they could come in and preach but they had to remove their clothes because this is a nudist house. They were halfway down the street before he could blink twice. And neither they nor their friends ever came back, either. So much for our immortal souls :-)
2006-10-24 01:20:20 · answer #6 · answered by ilovealandofcontrasts 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They have kind motives. They think you are going to die and burn in Hell forever and thinking about that saddens them. Problem is, once you say, please leave me alone, they should.
I've had these sort of people banging on my door since I was a child. I don't know how they know which houses to approach - do they have surveillance or do they just knock on every door? Some don't leave when you ask them to please leave you alone. Once you've closed the door with them on the other side (I had one stick his foot inside my door as I closed it, I thought it was a home invasion!) if they haven't left your porch after three verbal requests and a fifteen minute grace period, call the cops.
Also, please be careful, they may not actually be evangelists, they might be home invasion criminals posing as evangelists.
2006-10-23 16:19:10 · answer #7 · answered by catalamity 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be open minded, listen, study to show yourself approved. They feel they have found a peace and they want you to have the same. We all have different needs and different beliefs and that is our right. I think they mean no harm but can be irritating non the less. I enjoyed the study of religions and it helps me understand different cultures and practices. My religion gives me hope, peace and joy.
All the best, love and light to you.
2006-10-23 15:11:11 · answer #8 · answered by Rose 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd just tell them thanks, but I'm not interested. Everyone's religion should be their own business.
Or if I was in a playful mood, I might tell them I'm a witch and looking for a few good converts for our orgies during the full moon. Would they like to participate?
2006-10-23 17:03:52 · answer #9 · answered by quietwater 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Be more of the center of attention, really take hold of the conversation, be/act superior to them. Use alot of words you know they will not know, move fast and get out. It is a form of bragging (that should makem mad). Show them you are a leader and have no time for pissing away the daylistening about how great they are.
2006-10-23 14:21:58 · answer #10 · answered by Valerie 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋