You know who I am talking about...
2007-03-20 10:53:50 · 26 answers · asked by ogrolx2 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Tell them one day you will hopefully accept God and not need their help.
Go and find a church in your area that you feel comfortable in attending.
2007-03-20 10:58:20 · answer #1 · answered by ? 2 · 2⤊ 4⤋
When Jehovah's Witnesses come to your door and you are unable or unwilling to talk, all you have to do is say so. We will not force our message on anyone. Jehovah wants only willing people to serve Him. (A few zealous Witnesses I know have gotten a tad bit forceful at times, unfortunately, and this has led to an unpleasant reputation for the rest of us.)
However, if you ever get another chance to, and you take the time to listen to the Biblical message we share, you will be intrigued and you may be surprised that many things that are said about us are untrue.
2007-03-21 00:23:05 · answer #2 · answered by shibboleth839505 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you mean what can you do to stop them from coming to your door, post a small sign on the door saying "please no religious solicitation "
If u mean what can u do about them in general, why not invite them in and learn something new, have a debate if you have an opinion, politely ask them for a complimentary bible or pamphlets and literature with a number where you can contact them if you have any questions but you were in the middle of bathing your elderly grandmother and she nearly slipped and fell when the doorbell rang and they might stop and ask themselves if going door to door is really saving anyone.
Invite them in to help you hang a painting straight, or to help you put together ikea furniture, they are usu. young men in their early twenties, healthy from riding their bikes.
2007-03-20 18:10:35 · answer #3 · answered by gohitla 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Be respectful to them, say, "Thank you, but I'm not interested," and shut the door. If you get the chance, tell them where the nearest public bathroom is. If they look like they're not having a good time out there and need a drink or bite to eat, tell them where the nearest public water fountain or 7-11 is. (Don't offer drinks/food, as that's skeevy and if they're smart kids, they won't take it.)
I used to work door-to-door campaigning for environmentalism and that gave me some sympathy for the Jehovah's Witnesses and other religious campaigners. They're not doing that work for the fun of it, particularly in long, hot summers. They're out there for hours at a time because they believe in it, sweating and wanting to go to the bathroom and/or get a drink of water, and they have to deal with a lot of jerks, I'm sure, as I did.
The least you can do is be as civil to them as you would be to anyone else, and try to help them out with bathrooms and water fountains. What they do is tough work, and I respect them for having the ability to do the grunt work for their convictions.
2007-03-20 18:03:05 · answer #4 · answered by Kate S 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
If a person comes to my door, trying to persuade me of a story other than what is found in the Word of God, I usually just let them keep on with their deceptive ideas which Satan has put into their minds, until they finish. And then I start telling them the truth from the Word of God. Usually, they do not want to hear the real truth; so they will find some excuse to have to leave. But the only way that I can know what the truth really is, is by reading the Word of God every day. But when I find out the truth from the Word of God, I stand firmly upon it. You will probably never be able to stop these people completely, from ever coming to your door. But usually the same people will not return, when they know that you are not going to listen to what they are trying to persuade you to believe. But my recommendation, is to read and know well the Word of God. Then you will always know when you are hearing the truth, and when you are not. The best thing to do for the other people who keep coming to your door, is to pray for them; that God will be able to open their eyes to the truth; that they truly come to know God personally; rather than the false doctrine that most of them are trying to spread.
2007-03-20 18:11:13 · answer #5 · answered by Calvin S 4 · 1⤊ 3⤋
As soon as I open the door and see the religious brochures, I tell them that I have my own religious beliefs and that I am not going to abandon them. That ends it then and there. That always works for me. I found that the best thing is to be proactive. Otherwise, they just keep showing up. Good luck!
2007-03-20 18:02:27 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
...if it's a "J.W." welcome them in, turn the coffee on and take their Bible and straighten them out... (if you know how to)...be careful their "twist" of Gods Word is very very subtle, so get some good "cult" education first... but simply show them this... "their" translation of the bible is the "only one" that they are allowed to use... (they are forbidden to use the KJV, New American Standard, NIV , Good News, New KJV, Complete Jewish Bible <---which is really good !!!, Gods Word and many other Contemporary translations... WHY...? because "their translation" is warped... like this... Go to the Book of John...Chapter 1 vs. 1 In the beginning was the Word was with God and the Word was God... now read their translation... In the beginning was the word and the word was a god... (it denies the Deity of God)...little "twists" all thru their translation skew it's authority... then go to John chapter 1 vs. 14... read your bible and see there's... All their material is printed from a Religious Complex in Brooklyn NY called the Watch Tower...over the years "they" have wrongly predicted the coming of the Lord over 15 times... why...? they don't have a clue... they will not pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States and on and on... get some more quality info and show them how they are lost in their "religion".... then ask them the BIG question... how do you know you are "saved"...? they believe Salvation comes from "works"... Can you do enough for God...? take them to Ephesians, Chapter 2 vs.8 and 9... they need to know the Truth too.
2007-03-20 18:15:18 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 4⤋
I let in some Mormons and after many visits and church visits and after reading there book of Mormon and feeding them and giving them money and nice presents I told them of some miracles, two of them .that saved both my parents life's and they got up and said i was crazy too think that Gods spirit works with people who are not Mormon that ONLY higher ups and priests in there Church could do miracles .i called them and asked them why they said that and they called me crazy again.so i would call THEM crazy at the door the next time i have two elders at my door and slam it in there faces and call the law and put my dog out on them and then hollor and tell them i will get out my gun if they come back I will show them crazy !!these low class people don't deserve any respect from me and i was about to be baptized into there church till i told them of two of Gods miracles, which I know God those life saving miraxles for my parents,.how dare them tell me i was crazy.
they hurt me by saying that, God is for everyone,not just those in that cult.his holy ghost spirit is for everyone also.
2007-03-20 18:07:58 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
As your answering the door yell "honey put your clothes back on someones here" just the look of shock on there faces makes it not so annoying for me
2007-03-20 18:04:41 · answer #9 · answered by sewerrat6 1 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I found this to be EXTREMELY helpful for such people. When they come to your home at 5:30 in the morning on saturday(lol).....tell them that you will listen to what they have to say IF they sit for a couple of hours and listen to your beliefs FIRST (make sure they are still OUTSIDE!!! I've had 100% refusal to speak to me because for some reason they dont want to hear anything OTHER than what they want..........lol...........trust me, it works!!!
2007-03-20 17:59:36 · answer #10 · answered by Papi G 2 · 1⤊ 3⤋
Put on your which hat when you answer the door, then say excuse me but my possion is starting to boil and I must attend to it. Their teachings tell them to avoid which est at all cost. Once it gets around there hall they will leave you alone. Or tell them to get out of there and do not come back: and the next time they come call the police and have them removed.
2007-03-20 18:04:01 · answer #11 · answered by zipper 7 · 1⤊ 4⤋