And get them to stop coming? Sorry, but this is really annoying, especially when you're politely trying to get them to leave and get back to the baby or something, and they won't go! Is there anyone I can call to ask them to stop coming around? I live in Ohio, if that helps.
2007-08-28 07:19:56 · 30 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
They take politeness as a sign that you are interested. I am not telling you to use a shotgun and a shovel (like another commenter suggested - although it is funny) But be very firm - tell them to put you on their "do not call" list. They generally respect that.
2007-08-28 07:26:42 · answer #1 · answered by Nea 5 · 2⤊ 2⤋
To get rid of (any) missionaries, your best bet is to light some candles, open the door naked, and look happy to see them. Ask if they'd like to participate in your yearly fertility celebration, and suggest that they'd have a better time of it if they weren't wearing so many clothes.
They'll put you on their "do not visit" list in a heartbeat.
Alternatively, if you'd rather not be rude or crass about it, you can simply tell them firmly that you are not interested, and that you would like them to put you on a "do not call" list. They will usually do so.
[EDIT: The posters who suggested answering the door with a bible, or proclaiming to believe in Jesus obviously don't understand that JWs believe in Jesus, as well, and also carry bibles. This is what happens when people fall into the mindset that they are the "only true Christians," and that everyone else belongs to a cult.]
2007-08-28 14:39:03 · answer #2 · answered by Johnny Sane 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋
What you should do is politely explain, you are firm in your resolve to not talk with us, ask us to not return and put you on a do not disturb list. Of course, as everyone has times when they feel differently, and people move, once or twice a year someone will call or stop by to see how you feel. Believe me, we want to respect your wishes and don't want to waste time, ours or yours.
Hope this helps.
2007-08-29 14:03:46 · answer #3 · answered by Ish Var Lan Salinger 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Some advice.
1) Dont be too polite with them. If you have to get back to the baby, then say so and do it!
2) If you want them to go away not to return, tell them that they are false prophets and God has forbidden you to speak to them. You can find verses in Deuteronomy 13 and 18 to support you in this.
2007-09-01 09:24:16 · answer #4 · answered by Buzz s 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
how often is 'all the time'? They might think you are interested in what they have to say, especially if you have taken any literature, so they'll come back to discuss things further with you. If you're really not interested, just tell them so, politely but firmly.
2007-08-28 14:33:01 · answer #5 · answered by Mabes 6 · 5⤊ 0⤋
The best thing that ever happened to me was when Jehovah's Witnesses came to my door.
They were the only ones that came to encourage me with scriptures from the Bible. My Wife and I got baptized in August 1996. We are so happy and life is beautiful.
2007-08-28 16:36:03 · answer #6 · answered by Jason W 4 · 6⤊ 1⤋
First you never let them into your home.
The reason why is this:
2 John:
7Many deceivers, who do not acknowledge Jesus Christ as coming in the flesh, have gone out into the world. Any such person is the deceiver and the antichrist. 8Watch out that you do not lose what you have worked for, but that you may be rewarded fully. 9Anyone who runs ahead and does not continue in the teaching of Christ does not have God; whoever continues in the teaching has both the Father and the Son. 10If anyone comes to you and does not bring this teaching, do not take him into your house or welcome him. 11Anyone who welcomes him shares in his wicked work.
Just tell them that the Apostle John says you are not allowed to invite them in anymore and close the door.
Don't be rude, read them the above passage first.
If that does not work put up a sign which says,
"Jehovah's Witnesses and Mormon Missionaries are NOT welcome".
If that does not work you can always call 911.
Pastor Art
2007-08-28 14:30:22 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 6⤋
At times, a question such as this will elicit dozens and dozens of elaborate schemes to spare a householder an unwanted conversation with Jehovah's Witness door-to-door ministers.
All such schemes are a complete and utter waste of time!
Many of your neighbors have figured it out, and it's really quite simple:
1. Open the door
2. Smile (optional)
3. Ask "Jehovah's Witness?"
4. Receive affirmation
5. Say, "Thank you, but I'm not interested"
6. Gently close the door (slamming is rude, but your prerogative)
Please recognize that Jehovah's Witnesses are not primarily interested in converts, but in working to obey Jesus' command to preach (Matt 24:14; Matt 28:19,20).
Learn more:
http://watchtower.co.uk/e/jt/index.htm?article=article_04.htm
http://jw-media.org/people/ministry.htm
2007-08-28 14:22:47 · answer #8 · answered by achtung_heiss 7 · 9⤊ 4⤋
My, my. Such clever answers. I wonder what responses Noah got when he tried to warn his neighbors of the coming global flood? Too bad they all drowned before someone could record their witty replies. I'm sure they were very funny.
2007-08-28 14:30:43 · answer #9 · answered by LineDancer 7 · 5⤊ 1⤋
You are far too politically correct for your own good.
Tell them you are not interested, AN THEN CLOSE THE DOOR.
Alternatively, you can use God's Word to effectively thwart any future visits. Due to the nature and origins of their faith, Paul describes them perfectly: The Bible says they will be coming !
2007-08-28 14:35:45 · answer #10 · answered by Bobby Jim 7 · 0⤊ 5⤋