I know it sounds simplistic, but that is about it. We were commanded to, so we do it.
And yes, in my area at least, about 80% of the ones we get home are not the least bit interested. And then there's the 90% that aren't home to begin with. However, if we find one interested person in a year, its worth it.
In other countries, there is much more interest. If I named them all, I'd be here for a week.
While it may be more effective, it removes the ability for use to participate individually.Wouldn't it be far more effective to simply rent out an advertisement in the local newspaper, and organise meetings once a week in a gym, or something? At the very least, it would counter the negativity towards JWs, by removing the stereotypical actions that people dislike them for.
I'd say a bit of both. More courageous than stupid.One thing is for sure; they're either very courageous, or very stupid to go knocking on doors in this neighborhood.
And Tsu, we don't blindly follow the scriptures. We do our own research (starting from when we can read, usually) and come to our own conclusions. We also listen to the counsel of those who are wiser and more experienced.
If it is that much of a bother, you could submit a request to the local congregation to not be called on.As an aside, no offense to the boards resident JW's but I just want to be left alone. If I want a religion, I'll go get one (though I'm already a member of the Church of the Later Day Dude). So there's no need to come to me, I consider door-knockers up there with tele-marketers and people who talk at the theatre. And I'm sure everyone here can understand my desire for peace and quiet.
