[QUOTE=darien;25224180]I worked with a JW, didnt even know that for a long time. He did mention that he has to take a day to go around and talk to people. It is mandatory. But other than that, he didnt bother people, except on his designated day lol. And I just open the door, and let the Shepherd bark at them and she throws herself at the door, they usually leave.... lol[/QUOTE]
There is no mandatory day, you sure he was one?
I usually just bring up how JW parents have rejected blood transfusions, or treatment etc... that would of saved their childs life, because they believe god will heal them etc...
...and then they die.
"Hello I'm from the church of....."
"Imma let you finish but atheism was the best religion of all time!!".
Closes door.
My idea: answer the door naked, in body paint. If they actually consider coming in, then act turned on when they start discussing their god, saying, "Mmm, I really like this Jehova character!" If that doesn't send them packing, be creative.
[QUOTE=TheCactusman;25228565]My dad once answered the door for Jehovahs Witnesses once. He was wearing a T-Shirt that said "Beer is my savior" at the time.[/QUOTE]
Oh no... Haha that's a great thing to be wearing.
Jehovah's witnesses never come by around my neighborhood. There are quite a few Nation of Islam people that are on street corners around the town. They never bother me so I don't really care.
I've seen them come to my house once, but that was years ago, and they might have been Mormons.
Thankfully, going to a Catholic High School and having Catholic friends helps you learn the Bible very well. :v: I could probably argue with them very well.
Or just run outside wearing only a leather jacket and a sock over my :dong: screaming things.
The only time I've dealt with them was when they came to my friends house. Naturally I invited them in, then walked out the back door. He was rather angry when he found strangers sitting in his living room.
I've always wanted them to show up at my house, so I could point to my doormat, and inform them that they were standing on my prayer rug.
I'm Jewish, so I like to have some fun with them. I like to lead them on and pretend I'm interested in their preachings. Then I recycle their pamphlets and pretend I'm not home when they come back. :v:
Try to convert them.
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[QUOTE=Ghibli;25147230]How can you be a witness to something you weren't even there for[/QUOTE]
Magic. Duh. :rolleyes:
[QUOTE=grea$emonkey;25239470]I'm Jewish, so I like to have some fun with them. I like to lead them on and pretend I'm interested in their preachings. Then I recycle their pamphlets and pretend I'm not home when they come back. :v:[/QUOTE]
That's not very climactic.
I invite them in for a conversation.
And insist I listen to both them, and a random audiobook at the same time. To get both sides of the argument, of course.
[QUOTE=grea$emonkey;25239470]I'm Jewish, so I like to have some fun with them. I like to lead them on and pretend I'm interested in their preachings. Then I recycle their pamphlets and pretend I'm not home when they come back. :v:[/QUOTE]
you sure showed THEM
most missionary's are good people and are nervous knocking on your door. Be polite. I know its funny to fuck with them but its just not cool. That being said. Two Mormons came to talk to me and my mom when we were painting. My mom said "pick up a brush and ill be happy to talk to you all day about your religion. Ill even visit your church next week. they said "Oh sure were gonna run up to the church then we'll be right back". They never came back, ever. So i guess having them give you something in return for your time is a good enough repellent.
all you have to do is tell us do not ever come back to this house and we will note your address and you will never be visited again. The other thing you can do is post a no trespassing sign on your property and that will keep us out. we only visit you to help you see that the bible has answers to life's problems and questions. I'm dressed presentable, talk to you respectfully, not there to sell, nor ask you for any money (the person that posted we do on page one is wrong), or beg for any food. How is that horrible???If you're not interested, just say so. Will we come back? probably, but again, if you specifically tell us to never come back, we will respect your feelings. No sacrificial goat needed, no slayer on in the background, no knives or shotguns needed.
Interesting guide.
Here is what i said;
Them: We'd like to talk to you about jesus
Reply: Oh, whats he done now
I sorta don't mind them normally, it's when they knock on the door at 11pm repeatedly
My friend is a Jehovah Witness..
What do you mean when your 18 you get to choose your religion? Surely if you are under 18 you can make up your mind about what you believe and what you don't.
Jehovah followers are wierd as hell! One time 2 came to my house, continually my mom told them that she doesnt agree with what they are saying. They asked where my dad was and they waltzed right up my fucking property and stopped my dad from cutting a damn tree to tell him you will be king of your own planet if you believe in Jehovah! Its a gimmick
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[QUOTE=alexis524;25249956]all you have to do is tell us do not ever come back to this house and we will note your address and you will never be visited again. The other thing you can do is post a no trespassing sign on your property and that will keep us out. we only visit you to help you see that the bible has answers to life's problems and questions. I'm dressed presentable, talk to you respectfully, not there to sell, nor ask you for any money (the person that posted we do on page one is wrong), or beg for any food. How is that horrible???If you're not interested, just say so. Will we come back? probably, but again, if you specifically tell us to never come back, we will respect your feelings. No sacrificial goat needed, no slayer on in the background, no knives or shotguns needed.[/QUOTE]
I dont think you get it. This is not like other religions, ive never seen a Hindu come to my door to try and sell their beliefs to me.
then maybe the question to ask is why don't they? If had something you felt was of great value and thought other people would benefit greatly, wouldn't you share it with others? why don't other religions then?
Besides, not sure your age, but what you described is not what we do. Again, there may be some old school hard core Jdub's, and IF that happened, i'm very sorry. If someone approached me like that, i would ask them to leave too. besides, being "King of your own planet" is not something we say, let alone believe in. maybe it was the hindu's that came that day???
I've got a friend who is a Jehova's Witness. She's a great laugh and doesn't try and force her beliefs on people.
The last time I seen her actually, was when she was doing her round, or whatever they call it. As I was going towards the door, I saw some across the road and thought twice about answering.
Was a nice surprise if anything. We had a laugh and a small chat about how things were with each of us, as the other JW with her looked on awkwardly.
Needless to say, I wasn't told anything about Jesus, and they haven't came back to my door since :)
Amazing. My dad told them once "We're atheists go away". He was just kidding though, he is an average Catholic!
I used to be a non-baptized JW, here is a sure fire way to get them stay away for about 4 years. (Yes they will come back every 4 years or so to see if you still live there.) First I will explain, though, why they do what they do. You see JWs go door to door for various reasons. They even have your area mapped out on “territory cards.” These include info about people and how they respond to the message at each house. The system is very intricate and quite impressive. Anyway as for reasons they do it: Some fear “blood guilt.” This entails the proposal that if you don’t warn a sinner, and God brings Armageddon, you will get punished for not warning him and share in their demise. - Some fear for the people, they really feel the earth is about to be “cleansed” by God and wish to save people. (As with many faiths they feel they are the only true religion and that if you are not a JW you will most likely die in Armageddon.) - Others may go door to door because they fear isolation. The time a JW puts in going door to door is counted and kept track of. If your time drops “Elders” in the congregation will try to find out why. If you completely stop you will be viewed as inactive and may face social outcast. Although not a disfellowshipping* offense you may very well still get shunned. (And you will be marked* in the congregation / have no special upper class privileges like being able to give talks.)
Now that I have got that out of the way here is how to get them to stay away. As I said before they keep information about special houses and people on “territory cards.” This info will include people who take the magazines and are nice to them, (called return visits,) people who study with them, (called Bible Studies,) and people to avoid. People to avoid will be disfellowshipped individuals, violent individuals, etc. But there is another type they avoid. This type is called a “Do Not Call.” If a JW comes to your house and you don’t like it ask to be marked down as a “Do Not Call.” This will only last around 4 years though because they want to always go back and check to make sure they are not missing people who may move in or out. I have no problem with witnesses personally, my family are witnesses, but I can see how some just don’t want them knocking.
For the giggles pick up a Watchtower Library CD ROM, you can download it but the Watchtower and Tract Society is very strict with internet piracy. They hate having it given around online. One you have it type in video games or rock music or heavy metal. They have some interesting (AKA funny) articles. There is one condemning Bugs Bunny for being violent. Just search Bugs Bunny. Here is one of their modern anti-violent video game articles. I say modern because they have articles condemning Pac-man and Centipede.
[url]http://www.watchtower.org/e/20021222/article_01.htm[/url]
*Disfellowshipping is full shunning, even to family members. Being marked is a sign that you may not be safe to associate with. (Usually this will make people shun you.) Through shunning they feel you will get sad and change your ways. They consider it a loving provision from God.
[QUOTE=Adzter;25250124]Here is what i said;
Them: We'd like to talk to you about jesus
Reply: Oh, whats he done now[/QUOTE]
Where is the win rating when you need it...
[QUOTE=alexis524;25249956]all you have to do is tell us do not ever come back to this house and we will note your address and you will never be visited again. The other thing you can do is post a no trespassing sign on your property and that will keep us out. we only visit you to help you see that the bible has answers to life's problems and questions. I'm dressed presentable, talk to you respectfully, not there to sell, nor ask you for any money (the person that posted we do on page one is wrong), or beg for any food. How is that horrible???If you're not interested, just say so. Will we come back? probably, but again, if you specifically tell us to never come back, we will respect your feelings. No sacrificial goat needed, no slayer on in the background, no knives or shotguns needed.[/QUOTE]
Thats not fun.
[QUOTE=ROFLBURGER;25143414]That will keep everybody out... I still want my girl scout cookies[/QUOTE]
Well with a minefield you'll get the cookies for free.
[QUOTE=PopLot;25263475]Well with a minefield you'll get the cookies for free.[/QUOTE]
Their lawn would be ruined and the cookies would be crumbs after the blast.
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