Not always. Some of them do try to convert others to earn God's favor, but most that I've run across that have tried to annoy me with proselytization have claimed to be concerned with the ultimate fate of my soul. I hear that more than anything else, but of course, heh, nobody would admit to going on a converting binge to gain favor.
Not unless they were overly arrogant, I suppose, but, heh, I haven't run across anyone that irritating as to openly claim that not only were they converting, but they were doing it to earn brownie points with God. Most are genuinely concerned about a person's soul, but there are some that are doing it to gain favor, even under that guise.
Not always, but there are some who do it with secret hopes of gaining favor, that the more souls they win over, the better they look, the more they'll stay out of Hell themselves.
2006-10-30 11:21:16
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answered by Ophelia 6
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For the favor of God? No, those who truly believe that there faith is the one way do it for one of two reasons.
1) They want to hold this power over someone elses head and feel self righteous.
2) They believe that they are helping others from living a broken life.
2006-10-29 20:19:50
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answered by Zach 3
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No-one can convert anyone else Only the true God can do that,or the person themselves, all that can be done is to tell people the truth and then the person can have an informed choice to convert themselves or not, and that is what is in God's favour, That is the reason that Jehovahs Witnesses come to your door, to tell people the truth about Jehovah the most High God who is Almighty,and of the blessings That Jehovah's kingdom will bring for mankind.
Many persons today ask that question when they find us at their doors. Some think maybe we are there to interrupt or disturb their personal lives. Is that really so? Many are busy going to work, going to school, enjoying life, struggling with bills and family life. We are often bombarded with the bad news that is advertised on the news and the paper. So how is the Good News supposed to get heard? Are you willing to listen? For it is impossible for God to lie, for he has said he is seperating the sheeps from the goats, and we know a sheep will listen where as a goat will not. (Matt. 25:32,33)
Just as a the government has provided us a warning system for when some disaster is going to strike...such as a hurricane, tornado, or threat of war attack. We know this is to save lives, and it will only prove to be beneficial for those who will listen and adhear to the warnings. Jehovah God has lovingly sent his son Jesus and his followers in his day, as well as in our day to sound out a warning, for that is why we're at your door. Survival from any kind of storm or war may prove beneficial, but keep in mind it is only temporary. For God has made provisions for all those HEEDING HIS BITTER /SWEET MESSAGE to affords us the prospect of gaining EVERLASTING LIFE. (John 17:3) Which is Good News for the (sheep like ones) who will listen and learn what his requirements are so as to exercise faith in it.
Jesus fortold for our day this work: " This good news of the kingdom will be preached in all the inhabited earth for a witness to all the nations; and then the end will come." (Matt 24:14) He also instructed his followers: "Go ...and make disciples of people of all the nations." He also said, "Look I am with you until the conclusion of this system of things. (Matt 28:19,20) Which means he is still with those who are doing that preaching work, that he himself started because the conclusion has not happened yet.
When Jesus sent out his early disciples, he directed them to go to the homes of the people. (Matt 10:7, 11-13) The apostle Paul said regarding his ministry: "I did not hold back from telling you any of the things that were profitable nor from teaching you publicly and from house to house." (Act 20:20,21 also Acts 5:42.)
The message that the Jehovah Witnesses proclaim involves the lives of people; we want to be careful to miss no one. This is his lifesaving work! (Zephaniah 2:2,3) The calls we make to your home is motivated by love - first for God, also for our neighbor. We are consistent with the preaching of his message, and we don't force it upon anyone. Persons have the tendency to move to new residence and persons circumstances change. Today, they are too busy to listen, tomorrow they may gladly take out the time. One member of the household may not be interested and then others may be. People themselves change; serious problems in life may stimulate awareness of ones spiritual needs. Persons encounter loss of jobs, divorce, family problems, loss of a loved one, financial problems, sense of emptiness and unhappiness, all these things can make a person search for God and his bible truths. Next time when we're at your door, don't be hesistant to listen. Perhaps even ask for a What does God Require Brochure, or a Bible Teach publication for they both are bible aids to read with your bible. We will gladly sit down and answer any questions you may have. My final question is will you heed his warning?
2006-10-29 20:25:42
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answered by I speak Truth 6
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We really aren't privileged to know that. But I do believe it is in His interest to try to get people to love Him & have faith in the trinity yes. But I don't believe religion is the way to God, faith & love is, & that could dictate any religion really.:o]
2006-10-29 20:25:40
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answered by Anonymous
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It migh be a plus but as Quran says...that those who Allah made astray no one can bring them back to the right path.
2006-10-30 01:01:35
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answered by Anonymous
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That is what Christ and the Apostles did. Do you think God approved of their work?
2006-10-29 20:13:37
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answered by Anonymous
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It depends on which Karass they belong to.
2006-10-29 20:14:01
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answered by kentclark_007 1
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I dunno, God never told me. But he is pretty sure all these different denominations run like an engine with fouled out parts, remember ask...
2006-10-29 20:15:06
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answered by Randy C 1
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