Members shelbass Posted July 19, 2005 Members Posted July 19, 2005 Got a bit of a weekend infestation right now. Started with them just dropping off their mags (which I can tolerate), but now they are asking to "come in to chat". That's not on. Does just asking them not to come back politley work? Or do I have to get all mean. I've thought of just standing in the doorway clutching a copy of Anton Le Vay's Satanic Bible and staring at them whilst holding up the devil horns. Would that work? Man, I hate being confrontational, I am too sweet for my own good. But this is pissing me off. These folks are Jehova's Witnesses. They are nice and all, and I am happy they have comfort and purpose in their faith. But it's just not for me. What's your experience in your neck of the woods? I would imagine they'd be taking a risk knocking on doors in the U.S. What with you all being armed and that.
Members 12StringThunder Posted July 19, 2005 Members Posted July 19, 2005 Just let them know that you are happy and content with the faith you have be that Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Hindu, whatever. I would not be agressive towards them, since it is human nature to bite back. I under stand that many people feel that religion should be pushed onto others ( why I dont know) but to me religion is private and everyone is entitled to their own views. I prefer to keep my faith to myself for it is private to me (in my poinion).
Members bikehorn Posted July 19, 2005 Members Posted July 19, 2005 i've never had to get confrontational about it...they usually go away after they shove a pamphlet in my hand. i'll just be like "thanks anyway" and recycle the pamphlet - since they often won't take the pamphlet back evem after i tell them i don't want/need/have any intention of reading it.
Members Reverend179 Posted July 19, 2005 Members Posted July 19, 2005 I tell them that I am not interested and that I do not wish to be contacted again and usually they pay attention.
Members Rippin' Robin Posted July 19, 2005 Members Posted July 19, 2005 Wearing a Cannibal Corpse shirt works magic. Been there, done that.
Members sunburstbasser Posted July 19, 2005 Members Posted July 19, 2005 When they ask if you've been saved, say "Yeah, you?" And when they say "yeah," pat them on the shoulder and say good job and close the door. Two of my best friends are Mormons, I've been in some odd situations with them!
Members filterthing Posted July 19, 2005 Members Posted July 19, 2005 I remember those bozos wakeing me up from a nap once. I went to the door all groggy and angry and told them I did not think there was a god. They left real quick.
Members mrcrow Posted July 19, 2005 Members Posted July 19, 2005 Originally posted by shelbass These folks are Jehova's Witnesses. They are nice and all, and I am happy they have comfort and purpose in their faith. But it's just not for me. i welcome j.w's as their theology is so flawed read up on their founder...a freemason and a criminal also their elders sexually abuse their own children and is overlooked by their head office...not all of them of course...but they are just as corrupt as the rest of us... if you arent inclined to christianity you could advocate to them you dont care if you go to hell and you dont believe a single word of the bible. say it nicely and god bless them as they go... say you will pray for their ministry...but not what you will pray.. all in all they are just folks on a path to somewhere and are looking for support.
Members the hammer Posted July 19, 2005 Members Posted July 19, 2005 Originally posted by mrcrow i welcome j.w's as their theology is so flawed read up on their founder...a freemason and a criminal also their elders sexually abuse their own children and is overlooked by their head office...not all of them of course...but they are just as corrupt as the rest of us... if you arent inclined to christianity you could advocate to them you dont care if you go to hell and you dont believe a single word of the bible. say it nicely and god bless them as they go... say you will pray for their ministry...but not what you will pray.. all in all they are just folks on a path to somewhere and are looking for support. as usual I bow to the wisdom of the crow. this is the best advice for door knockers of all stripes. Telling them you are an atheist, Satanist etc will just make them try all the harder to "save" you. Tell them that you appreciate their concern but are not interested should work well.
Members Bonoman Posted July 19, 2005 Members Posted July 19, 2005 I usually invite them in, spark up a joint in front of them and offer them a toke, and they tend to leave pretty quickly once that happens and not come back.
Members vanlatte Posted July 19, 2005 Members Posted July 19, 2005 Originally posted by Bonoman I usually invite them in, spark up a joint in front of them and offer them a toke, and they tend to leave pretty quickly once that happens and not come back. Pwned!
Members cthulhu0 Posted July 19, 2005 Members Posted July 19, 2005 they woke me and the last three guests of a party one saturday morning, oh, about 8 am... less then 3 hours after the party ended. so we invited them in. and debated some finer points of theology. they actually _wanted_ to leave, but we kept them there for a good 3 hour chat. they must have told their friends, cause that house didn;t get a single jw after that.. i guess there are some advantages to a jesuit education...
Members Banta Posted July 19, 2005 Members Posted July 19, 2005 If you know something about their history, it's pretty easy to make them uncomfortable enough to leave on their own, as they rarely know much about it themselves and their leadership goes to great lengths to keep it secret. They usually have a newbie accompanying an older JW, and the older one will try to keep the conversation on their terms. The last thing they want is for their new converts to find out the truth about their cult. If you know nothing about them, tell them to come back when your pastor or priest can be there with you (even if you don't go to church.) That'll get rid of them.
Members Detox Posted July 19, 2005 Members Posted July 19, 2005 Originally posted by filterthing I remember those bozos wakeing me up from a nap once. I went to the door all groggy and angry and told them I did not think there was a god. They left real quick. Har! They woke me up with a hangover one time. I gave them $2 to go away.
Members fretless Posted July 19, 2005 Members Posted July 19, 2005 Originally posted by Bonoman I usually invite them in, spark up a joint in front of them and offer them a toke, and they tend to leave pretty quickly once that happens and not come back. prepares for enlightening experience @ Brother Bonoman's Temple of the green leaf .
Members D Aussie Posted July 19, 2005 Members Posted July 19, 2005 Shel, you are priceless. heaps of options. 1. NudityWhen you see them coming, take a while to open the door, and invite them in while tucking in your shirt... and ask them to take off their shoes, and their socks, and their shirt, and their trousers, and their dax.You will of course do likewise. 2. ObcenetyStand at the door and yell {censored} OFFF really loudly. It is a simple and direct approach, for simple and direct results. 3. Cross PromotionInvite them in and say there is something you really wanted to talk to them about and get out an Amway catalogue. Start talking to them about the benefits of pyramid selling. Do not let them go without talking a brochure and arranging another appointment. 4. Personal InterestShel, Im an accountant so I innately have the ability to make people to just want to go away. Normally I will discuss recent changes to the Industrial Relations, Workplace Health and Safety or GST legislative changes and how they will affect homosexuals, drug users (disabled) and migrants.Your own personal interest in the, shall we say, Paranoramal, should, make them flee if you have enough stuff to show them.
Members jarros Posted July 20, 2005 Members Posted July 20, 2005 Be honest. Tell them their approach is too direct and that you're not interested.
Members bassman1956 Posted July 20, 2005 Members Posted July 20, 2005 Start asking them a lot of questions about who they are, exactly what are their names, where do they live, what's the number, how do you spell that, what are their kid's names, etc.
Members nicebigstrings Posted July 20, 2005 Members Posted July 20, 2005 Tell them you're Jewish. It works. They won't even try after that.
Members 1tallbassguy Posted July 20, 2005 Members Posted July 20, 2005 There are some good recommendations and some bad ones IMO on this thread. The JW have also announced the end of the world a few times in the past. Herbert W. Armstrong I think was their founder. Is this right?
Members bholder Posted July 20, 2005 Members Posted July 20, 2005 My oldest sister used to get into knock down drag out theology and scripture quoting discussions on the front porch. Pretty funny to watch, though I wouldn't have the patience, myself (even if I did have the bible memorized, which I don't). I don't get bothered much up here, a little too rural for them usually, but I think there's something about my place that sends off "don't bug me with what you believe" vibes. It might be the "Born OK the First Time" sign.
Members nicebigstrings Posted July 20, 2005 Members Posted July 20, 2005 Originally posted by 1tallbassguy There are some good recommendations and some bad ones IMO on this thread. The JW have also announced the end of the world a few times in the past. Herbert W. Armstrong I think was their founder. Is this right? I remember the big JW doomsday projection in 1985. They campaigned for months and when it did NOT happen what did they do? Admit they were wrong? Point to {censored}ty info source? Nope. They all patted themselves on the back for saving the world.
Members Droplaw621 Posted July 20, 2005 Members Posted July 20, 2005 crank Slayer, and put up a sign that says, BEWARE SOLICITORS!
Members badboybass Posted July 20, 2005 Members Posted July 20, 2005 "not interested" *close door* thats what i do
Members nicebigstrings Posted July 20, 2005 Members Posted July 20, 2005 I must say though that if the JW happens to be Larry Graham, Prince or George Benson, I'm putting on the java.
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