They Came By

choosing life

I was sick with the flu in bed when two witnesses decided to stop by in service. I wasn't going to answer the door, but they just kept pounding, so I thought it might be someone who needed something. I drag myself out of bed and put on a robe and peek out. There they stand smiling.

I know they have seen me, so I answer the door and tell them I have the flu. They immediately start physically backing away from the door and say the don't want to catch it. I can understand that, but after they leave I thought about their lack of concern. I would hope, if I was in that situation, I would have at least asked if I could bring them something from the store or if they were in need of some help.

I had a high fever and could have used some soda and crackers from the store. My family was away. They wouldn't have had to enter the house or touch anything. I guess they were not there for that reason and can't think outside of the box. They practically ran away. I find this very strange. Am I over reacting?

OnTheWayOut

You are not overreacting. If they could count the time going to the
store for you, they would do it. That slip of paper every month is
their true purpose in life, not love and concern.

Mulan

I can understand that, but after they leave I thought about their lack of concern. I would hope, if I was in that situation, I would have at least asked if I could bring them something from the store or if they were in need of some help.

When I was "out in service" and someone who was ill answered the door, I always offered to go to the store for them. Once a woman said she would appreciate that so much. We got her some 7 up and some crackers and she paid us way more than it cost and wouldn't take the change. We thought it was the right thing to do, and of course an excellent witness.

Honesty

(((((((choosinglife)))))))

You have just been introduced to the real JW Love.

heathen

I know they have seen me, so I answer the door and tell them I have the flu. They immediately start physically backing away from the door and say the don't want to catch it.

LMAO . Now everybody will copy you just to get the j-dubs off their door step. perhaps they even thought you were making it up. who knows .

Virgochik

Well, let's face it, nobody wants to catch the flu. That said, they surely didn't show Christian compassion, did they? They could have set a care package at the door for you. I think Jesus would have offered you the help you needed without reservation! They don't seem to have a clear idea of love for their fellow man. Their thoughts were: EEK! The flu, I'm outta here! And: No time to be counted here, let's move on! Do you think, or am I too kind....they wanted to give you your privacy, if you weren't feeling well?

Hope you feel better soon!