Why are these Jehova's witnesses kind of ...?

Question

Okay, so theres this group of Jehova's witnesses that consistently show up at my door every month.

The first few times, I took the literature, sat down and actually read it. I surprisingly agreed with some of the concepts such as "What's happening to movies" etc.

But they kept coming... I'm fifteen, and my parents are out a lot of the time (they both work at the hospital), and eventually I just started throwing the stuff away...

Finally I worked up the courage to say "no thanks" I'm not sure if I offended him, but lo and behold, I watched him through the window; he lay down several fliers on my doorstep...

I really need advice... Is there some way I can get out of this without offending him... Do you think hes being slightly pushy... Is this organization based on handing out literature...

Like I said, any suggestions on how I can handle this with some form of tact, or will I accidentally offend him in some way...

Any thoughts, comments, opinions or suggestions would be appreciated very much....

Thanks in advance,

Phil

....I don't think that will resolve anything.

I know... Whenever a JW steps up at his door, my church's pastor always says:

"Come In! I've been waiting...."

I'm a liar apparently...

Yeah, I did have to work up some courage to say "no".

I don't know about YOU, but personally, I try to avoid offending people when they come to my door...

Answer 1

no. the only way to get rid of anyone who wants something from/for you is to squash them. if you indicate in any way that there might be some slight/microscopic possibility that you're interested (or ever could be interested) they'll never leave you alone

Answer 2

Without resort to violence or mocking their beliefs, you'll probably need to do this a few times:

Next time they knock at your door, show them that you had already taken some of the literature, and tell them you decided you're not interested and want no more visits. Ever. They will make a mental note and start spreading the word in their local Kingdom Hall. It may take a while before everyone knows that your dock is "blacklisted".
You can also tell them that the fliers left under the door anger your parents, and you want no trouble with them because of that.
DO NOT start a religious conversation with them, if you don't want to (Bible, Jesus, the Word, etc). It's pointless. You sure know that, in religion matters, nobody is to win an argument, because is about deeply rooted personal beliefs.

Answer 3

Heh..I used to have the same problem with a group of Mormons that were running around my old neighborhood. I'm not proud of how I handled it, but it worked. I was making hot dogs for my nephew, and cutting them in half because of his age. I didn't want to dirty two knives so I was using the butcher knife for the ketchup, too. I was wearing a black turtleneck and black jeans, the boy was crying, they knocked and I answered the door, knife in hand, and said, "Can you come back later, I'm a little busy here.' They weren't seen in that neighborhood for six months. As far as JW go, on the day they usually show up, tape a no trespassing/no littering sign on your door. If they leave the pamphlets anyway, call the kingdom hall and tell the elders how displeased you are and that you want the visits to stop. While individuals may be overzealous, the organization realizes the legal trouble they could be in if it continues.

Answer 4

They are a little pushy. Just don't answer the door. It's what most of us do with them. They are required as part of their religion to solicate for their religion. They believe that the more people you recruit the better place in heaven you get.

I would honestly tell them that you aren't allowed to talk to them any more because your parents told you to quit opening the door. That is a good excuse to help you get out of telling them they are bothering you.

Or, again, you can just not open the door if they can't tell you are home. They shouldn't be talking to anyone under age without an adult present anyways, it just isn't right.

Answer 5

JWs are not bad but they are pushy. They believe that talking to everyone is there most important thing in life.
You do not have to answer the door for anyone. Particularly if you can see who it is. You have told them no thanks and they must take that as your answer.
But I would say, as a matter of safety, do not open the door to anyone you do not know. Innocent as they may look they may be up to no good. Good kids can get into big trouble doing nice things for the wrong people.
If they continue to call at your house, ask your parents to ask the police to contact them. If they are innocent folks out to spread their message then they will leave your block alone.
Read the stuff below. The JWs did some great things. But bugging you is not one of them.

Answer 6

Before I became a Jehovah's Witness I used to hide from them and look through the window to see if they were gone. I told them this when I asked for a free home bible study and they laughed. We all know people hide from us and don't want to come to the door and that's fine. We are happy people, and we don't get offended when someone ask us not to come back. We
are following Jesus commandment to preach the good news of the Kingdom. Even if people told us to stop preaching we will not.
We will obey God as ruler rather than men.

Answer 7

How nice. Get some cajonies man. Protect your heart and your home from these people. They are worse than cats and rats. Once they start they just keep coming.
My Step Dad used to threaten them with a pan of boiling water if they didn't stay away. I'm more of a stern talker type but then I know enough to re butt them and run them off quick.

Answer 8

The Watchtower Bible and Tract Society, the organization that runs Jehovah's Witnesses is trying to make a buck. They hand out literature hoping that you will join their organization and donate some money. I've never had Jehovah's Witnesses be that consistent. It's possible that the man is thinking that you are not convicted of your beliefs, and if he can share false truths to you, that you'll be sucked into their way of thinking. I wouldn't be worried about offending them-this is what they do. You should be able to ask him not to come to your house again. If that doesn't work, tell your parents about it. I know my dad would have been on that quickly.

You need to know what you believe. You are old enough to ask yourself what you believe about things. Don't let somebody decide for you, though. Think about creation. Think about yourself. Then think about God. God doesn't want you to follow an organization. God wants you to follow him. I encourage you to read the Bible to discover who Jesus is and what he can do for you. Don't worry-I won't come to your door to check if you did or try to force you into anything.

Just read the Bible and pray that you will find the truth. Everything you need to know is in the Bible-not in some magazine or pamphlet. And if you want a good version, might I suggest ESV. It is good Bible for studying and understanding. Let me know if you have any more specific questions, too.

God bless!

Answer 9

If you are a Christian then start telling them about Jesus, turn over to romans and take them down the roman road, tell them how to be saved, tell how Jesus died for their sins on the cross, tell them how Jesus arose from the grave the third day to wash away our sins, tell them how we are all sinners who need a Saviour, tell them if Jesus is not their Saviour they are going to a place called hell. Which of course was made for the devil and his band of demons and personaly I do not want to go with them, tell them that in the book of John Jesus says ye must be born again to see the Kingdom of Heaven. There is no other way to Heaven than by the blood of Jesus Christ, here is a good sinners Prayer to read to them, ask them if they will repeat it with you, just say, Dear Jesus, I know and confess that I am a sinner in need of salvation, I believe you died on a cross and arose from the grave to wash away my sins, I ask you right now to come into my heart and save me, I pray this prayer believing in the name of Jesus Amen. If you prayed this with a sincere heart you are now born again and a child of the King. Believe it, find a Church and read your Bible. It maybe that you led them to the Lord. If you have any questions send me an email, God Bless YOU!

Answer 10

Not knowing if you have a religious creed makes this a little more difficult. If you were to tell them that you were Atheist, Baptist, Catholic or whatever and that your beliefs are firm, they likely would leave you alone. Somehow it seems that you are not of any particular faith or non-faith.
It seems that this is the reason why they continue to bother your. They are trying to proselytize. Once you are in their fold you would be expected to donate your time and money to the cause. You must be firm and show conviction about your beliefs.

Answer 11

Post a "NO SOLICITING" sign on your door. If they come by after that, you are in the right to file charges against them because they are soliciting religion. Not that you have to pursue that option, but your right to privacy is not exempted from religious propaganda and evangelistic harassment. OR-- you could just tell them that you are not interested. If they still continue to return, tell them that you do not wish to associate with a religious group that pushes it's beliefs so forcefully.