Improving Our Skills in the Ministry (series) · 2014 – 2015 Improving Our Skills in the Ministry (series) km 2/14— Making a Record of the Interest km 3/14— Responding to Potential

2014 – 2015

Improving Our Skills in the Ministry (series)

km 2/14— Making a Record of the Interest

km 3/14— Responding to Potential Conversation Stoppers

km 4/14— Being a Helpful Companion

km 5/14— Preparing Our Opening Words

km 7/14— Initiating a Conversation in Order to Witness Informally

km 8/14— Confidently Speaking Up About the Kingdom

km 9/14— Laying the Groundwork for a Return Visit

km 11/14—Showing Personal Interest

km 12/14—Demonstrating a Bible Study by Using the Bible Teach Book

km 1/15— Responding to an Irate Householder

km 2/15— Witnessing Through an Intercom

km 3/15— Developing a Magazine Route

km 5/15— Witnessing to Someone Who Speaks Another Language

km 6/15— Starting a Doorstep Bible Study Using the Good News From

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km 8/15— Training New Ones

km 9/15— Witnessing in Business Territory

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Improving Our Skills in the Ministry—

1- Making a Record of the Interest

“Pay constant attention to yourself and to your teaching.” (1 Tim. 4:16) This inspired counselfrom the apostle Paul to Timothy indicates that, whether we are new or experienced, weshould endeavor to make progress. To help us do that, a new series entitled “Improving OurSkills in the Ministry” will appear in Our Kingdom Ministry. Each article will discuss animportant skill and provide some suggestions on how to develop it. During the month, all areencouraged to give that skill special attention. After the month concludes, a Service Meetingpart will give us an opportunity to comment on how we benefited from concentrating on thatskill. This month we are encouraged to work on making a record of the interest.

Why Important: To fulfill our commission, we must do more than preach. We must return tothose who show interest and teach them, watering the seeds of truth that we have planted.(Matt. 28:19, 20;1 Cor. 3:6-9) This requires finding the person again, talking about hisconcerns, and building on our previous conversation. Therefore, when we find interest, it isnecessary to make a record of it.

How to Do It:

• Make sure that you have tools in your witnessing case for recording interest. Keep yourrecords neat, well-organized, and up-to-date. Make a record as soon as you finish thecall.

• Write down information about the householder. What is his name and contactinformation, such as his address, phone number, or e-mail address? What did youobserve about him and his family that may be significant?

• Write down the details of your conversation. What scriptures did you read? What did hesay about his beliefs? What literature did you leave? Record the time, the day of theweek, and the date of the visit.

• Write down what you plan to do next time. What did you promise to discuss? When didyou say you would return?

• Update your record each time you return. No harm is done if you write down moreinformation than you need.

Try This During the Month:When making a record, tell those with whom you are working what you are writing down.

Kingdom Ministry February 2014


2- Responding to Potential Conversation Stoppers

Why Important: Imagine that you know that a natural disaster is imminent. People will dieunless they flee to safety. You go to a neighbor’s home to warn him, but he interrupts you,saying that he is busy. Surely, you would not quickly abandon your efforts to help him! Manyin our territory turn us away, not realizing the life-saving value of our message. At the time ofour visit, perhaps they are preoccupied. (Matt. 24:37-39) Or maybe they have beenprejudiced by untrue rumors. (Matt. 11:18, 19) They might assume that we are no differentfrom the religions that have produced bad fruitage. (2 Pet. 2:1, 2) If the householder initially isnot interested, we should not be quick to give up.

How to Do It:

• Before preaching from house to house, take a few moments to think about potentialconversation stoppers that you may encounter and consider how to respond.

• If the householder presents an objection, gently try to continue the conversation.Perhaps you can do that by commending him. For example, if he says that he has hisown religion, you might reply, “I was hoping to find someone like you who has aninterest in spiritual things.” Sometimes acknowledging the householder’s feelings orcircumstances will enable you to continue giving a witness. For instance, if he says thathe is busy, you might say: “I understand. But before I leave, I would like to give youthis.” Another option is to ask a question if the householder says that he is notinterested. You could say, “Do you mean that you are not interested in the Bible, or is itreligion in general that does not interest you?”

• Use good judgment. Remember that Jehovah does not force people to listen. (Deut.30:19) Everyone must carry his own load of spiritual responsibility. (Gal. 6:5) If thehouseholder is adamant, it is best to take our leave. By demonstrating respect for hisfeelings, we may open the door for another publisher to give a witness in the future.—1 Pet. 3:15.

Try This During the Month:When you encounter a potential conversation stopper, after leaving the householder, discusswith your partner how you might have responded in a better way.

Kingdom Ministry March 2014


3- Being a Helpful Companion

Why Important: Jesus recognized the value of preaching with a companion. So when hedispatched 70 of his disciples to go ahead of him and preach, he sent them out in pairs. (Luke10:1) A companion can provide needed support if his fellow publisher encounters a difficultsituation or is unsure of how to answer a householder. (Eccl. 4:9, 10) He can share hisexperience and occasionally offer a suggestion that may help the one with whom he isworking become a more effective evangelizer. (Prov. 27:17) He can also encourage by meansof his upbuilding conversation between doors.—Phil. 4:8.

How to Do It:

• Pay attention when your partner is giving a witness. (Jas. 1:19) When a scripture isread, follow along in your copy of the Bible. This will put you in a better position toassist if needed.

• Use good judgment to determine if and when you should join in the conversation.(Prov. 25:11) If you accompany another publisher on a Bible study, your occasionalcomments will likely be appreciated. However, when preaching from house to house,your service companion may prefer that you let him do the talking when it is his turn. Ofcourse, if he is a new publisher or if he is not sure how to respond to a question orobjection, he will likely appreciate your help. But whether you are accompanying apublisher in the house-to-house, return visit, or Bible study work, do not interrupt, takeover the conversation, or introduce a different subject.

• Share your experience. If, on occasion, you can give the publisher with whom you areworking a suggestion to help him be more effective in the ministry, do not hold back.(Prov. 3:27) At an appropriate time, you might begin by saying: “How do you think thatwent?” or “May I offer a suggestion?” or “Here’s what I try to do.” Keep in mind thatwhile others appreciate receiving a suggestion on occasion, they will be discouraged ifevery mistake is called to their attention.

Try This During the Month:After working in the ministry with your field service partner, tell him what he said or did thatmade him a helpful companion.

Kingdom Ministry April 2014


4- Preparing Our Opening Words

Why Important: If our introduction does not arouse interest, the householder may terminatethe conversation before we can give a witness. Therefore, many publishers consider theiropening words to be the most important part of their presentation. Although samplepresentations are provided in Our Kingdom Ministry and the Reasoningbook, they do notalways include a complete introduction, in order to allow for flexibility. Even if a samplepresentation is complete, publishers may choose to alter it or prepare their own. Thus, we willbe more effective if we carefully prepare our opening words rather than say whatever comesto mind when the householder opens the door.—Prov. 15:28.

How to Do It:

• Choose your topic. It should be based on the literature you are offering and should beof interest to people in your territory.

• Carefully prepare the first sentence or two that you will say after giving a customarygreeting. You might start by saying: “I am here because . . . ,” “Many people areconcerned about . . . ,” “I would like to get your opinion on . . . ,” or something else.Short, simple sentences usually work best. Some publishers choose to memorize theirintroduction.

• Formulate a viewpoint question that will draw the householder into the conversation.(Matt. 17:25) Remember that he was likely thinking about other matters before youarrived, so the question should not be too difficult or put him on the spot.

Try This During the Month:

• Set aside time during family worship to prepare and practice your opening words.

• When in the ministry, share what you plan to say with other publishers. (Prov. 27:17)Change your introduction if it is not effective.

Kingdom Ministry May 2014


5- Initiating a Conversation in Order to Witness Informally

Why Important: When sharing in the house-to-house ministry, we often find that manypeople are not at home. However, we may come in contact with them when using publictransportation, when waiting in a doctor’s office, when taking a break at work or at school, andso forth. It is Jehovah’s will that everyone has an opportunity to hear the Kingdom message.(1 Tim. 2:3, 4) Often, in order to give a witness, we must take the initiative to start aconversation.

How to Do It:

• Be selective. Does the person seem friendly and willing to talk? Do the circumstancesallow for relaxed conversation? Some publishers first make eye contact with the personand then smile. If the person smiles back, they try to start a conversation.

• Say a brief, silent prayer if you lack the courage to speak.—Neh. 2:4; Acts 4:29.

• Start with a simple comment, perhaps a greeting. Jesus did not begin his conversationwith the Samaritan woman by talking about the Kingdom. (John 4:7) Sometimes aconversation can be initiated by giving commendation: “Your children are so well-behaved!” Asking a question is another possible conversation starter: “Did you see thatnews report last night?”

• Once the conversation has started, look for an opportunity to introduce the good news,but do not be in a hurry. Allow the conversation to develop naturally. Perhaps you canmake a statement that arouses the person’s curiosity and prompts an inquiry. Forexample, if the conversation is about family matters, you might say, “I foundsome reliable advice on raising children.” If you are discussing a news item, you couldsay, “I recently enjoyed reading some good news for a change.” Do not be discouragedif the conversation ends before you can give a witness.

• Carry tracts or other literature that you can give to someone who shows interest.

Try This During the Month:Each week try to start at least one conversation with the goal of witnessing informally.

Kingdom Ministry July 2014

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6- Confidently Speaking Up About the Kingdom

Why Important: If we are to follow the clear direction given at2 Timothy 1:7, 8, it is importantthat we confidently speak up about the Kingdom. How can we gain confidence to advertisethe Kingdom?

How to Do It:

• Have empathy for people. (Phil. 2:4) Many are distressed over world conditions orpersonal problems. Our having empathy motivates us to tell them about the Kingdom.

• Before leaving the house, take a few tracts with you.

Try This During the Month:Choose a person to whom you would like to witness. Pray to Jehovah for courage and theopportunity to speak up.

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In 1922, J.F. Rutherford boldly proclaimed: “Behold, the King reigns! . . . Advertise, the Kingand his kingdom.” In this 100th year of Kingdom rule, his exclamation still fills us withexcitement. Let us exert ourselves to make this August a historic month by helping others tolearn about the Kingdom through our Web site!

Kingdom Ministry August 2014


7- Laying the Groundwork for a Return Visit

Why Important: When we find someone who shows interest, we want to return when he willbe home so that we can water the seed of truth that we planted. (1 Cor. 3:6) This oftenrequires that before we leave, we lay the groundwork for the return visit by finding out whenwe may come back. In addition, it is good to leave a question that we will discuss the nexttime we visit. This will build the householder’s anticipation for the visit, and if the question isanswered in the publication we left with him, he will be more likely to read it. Laying thegroundwork for the next conversation also makes it easier to call back because the subject forthe discussion has already been chosen, and the householder will know what to expect.When we see him again, we can explain that we returned to answer the question that weraised on the last visit and then proceed.

How to Do It:

• When preparing your house-to-house presentation, also prepare a follow-up questionto be answered on the next visit. It could be based on a topic that is discussed in theliterature you are offering that day, or it could be a question that is answered in one ofour study publications, which you can introduce when you return.

• When concluding your conversation with a person who shows interest, let him know ofyour desire to talk to him again and then share the follow-up question you prepared. Insome territories people are very busy and tend to be reluctant to make an appointmentfor you to visit them again. In those circumstances, you might say: “Is this usually agood time to find you at home? [Allow for response.] Next week, I’d like to stop bybriefly and answer this question . . . If you are too busy when I come, you can just letme know.”

• If you tell the householder that you will return at a specific time, keep your appointment.(Matt. 5:37) At the conclusion of the return visit, lay the groundwork for the next one.

Try This During the Month:When preparing your presentation, also prepare a follow-up question to answer next time.Share it with other publishers with whom you are working.

Kingdom Ministry September 2014



8- Showing Personal Interest

Why Important: Jesus viewed people as individuals, and he showed loving personal interestin them. For example, on one occasion Jesus may have sensed some uneasiness in a deafman, so when he healed him, he did so privately, away from the stares of the crowd. (Mark7:31-35) He showed consideration for his disciples by recognizing their limitations and notoverwhelming them with too much information. (John 16:12) Even in his heavenly position,Jesus shows personal interest. (2 Tim. 4:17) As followers of Christ, we want to imitate him.(1 Pet. 2:21;1 John 3:16, 18) Furthermore, we will be more effective in our ministry if we showconsideration for the householder and take note of his unique circumstances, his interests,and his concerns. He will be more likely to listen if he senses that we are not just on a missionto deliver a message or to leave literature; rather, we are interested in him personally.

How to Do It:

• Be well-prepared. Relax, smile, and be friendly.

• Be observant. Do you see indications that the person has children? that he enjoysgardening or has pets? that he has certain religious beliefs? Perhaps you can tailoryour introduction to fit his circumstances.

• Ask for his opinion, and listen carefully without needlessly interrupting. Maintain eyecontact to show that you are listening. Acknowledge his comments, and commend himif you can do so sincerely. Avoid being argumentative.

• Be adaptable. If necessary, adjust your presentation to address the person’s concerns.This may be easier than you think, since our tracts, brochures, and magazines discussa wide variety of subjects. If you have called at an inopportune time, such as when heis busy, acknowledge that and shorten your presentation.


• Have practice sessions during family worship, or perhaps while in the ministry, in whichthe publisher must adapt his presentation to address something the householder says.

• During some meetings for field service, the brother conducting could discuss ordemonstrate ways to show personal interest.

Kingdom Ministry November 2014


9- Demonstrating a Bible Study by Using the Bible Teach Book

Why Important: Many people may not understand what we mean when we say that we offerfree home Bible studies. They may think that they have to join a study group or take somesort of correspondence course. Instead of simply offering a study, why not demonstrate astudy? In just a few minutes, even on the doorstep, you can show a person what an easy andenlightening experience it can be to study the Bible.

How to Do It:

• After introducing yourself, ask the householder if he is concerned about the future.

• Mention that many people have similar concerns, and show him the table of contents inthe Bible Teach book. Explain that this book has easy-to-understand lessons that showwhat the Bible teaches about the future and other subjects, and ask him which chapterhe is interested in.

• Hand him a copy of the book, and direct him to the chapter that he selected. Explainthat the questions at the beginning of the chapter are answered in the paragraphs thatfollow.

• Ask the householder to read the first paragraph if he feels comfortable doing so. Thenread the question for that paragraph, and consider the answer together. Look up anddiscuss scriptures cited in support of the answer. Show him how you have highlightedthe answer in your book.

• Consider the next paragraph, but this time ask the householder to try answering thequestion in his own words.

• Commend him, and make arrangements to return to complete the lesson.

• If appropriate, direct attention to the video on jw.org entitled What Happens at a BibleStudy?


• Pray for Jehovah to bless your efforts to start a new Bible study.—Phil. 2:13.

• Try to demonstrate a Bible study using the Bible Teach book or show the video WhatHappens at a Bible Study? at least once while engaging in the ministry.

Kingdom Ministry December 2014

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10- Responding to an Irate Householder

Why Important: Many that we meet in the ministry are polite. However, Jesus prophesiedthat some people will hate us. (John 17:14) Therefore, it should not surprise us if weencounter an irate householder. When this occurs, we want to respond in a way that pleasesthe one whom we represent, Jehovah. (Rom. 12:17-21; 1 Pet. 3:15) Doing so will likelyprevent the situation from escalating. It will also give a witness to the householder and anyobservers, making them more inclined to listen the next time Jehovah’s Witnesses visit.—2 Cor. 6:3.

How to Do It:

• Maintain a calm and friendly demeanor. This will help defuse the situation. Do not takethe householder’s reaction personally. (Eccl. 7:9) He may be upset because ofpersonal problems or because you happened to call at the wrong time. Even if he isirritated by our message, often this is because he has been misled.—2 Cor. 4:4.

• Reply with mild and gracious words. (Prov. 15:1) Did you wake him up or interrupt him?Although we do not apologize for our work, you could humbly apologize for calling atan inopportune time. Is he angry because of an untrue rumor that he has heard aboutus? If so, you might say: “I can understand why that would upset you. However, itseems that what you have heard about us is not accurate. May I explain?” Does heobject to one of our beliefs, perhaps regarding disfellowshipping or blood? You couldsay: “I understand. Others have expressed the same concerns. May I show you fromthe Bible the basis for that teaching?”

• If the person is highly agitated, it may be best to take your leave without trying to reply.If he asks that Jehovah’s Witnesses not visit him again, you can assure him that hiswishes will be honored.


• Have practice sessions during your family worship.

• After leaving an irate householder, discuss with your partner how you might haveresponded in a better way.

Kingdom Ministry January 2015


11- Witnessing Through an Intercom

Why Important: Witnessing through an intercom can be intimidating. How can we avoidletting this challenge dampen our zeal for fine works? Keep in mind that witnessing throughan intercom may be the only way to reach some people with the good news. (Rom. 10:14)Experience has shown that an effective witness can be given this way. (See the 2011

Yearbook, pp. 65-66, and the 2000 Yearbook, p. 54, par. 3.) Consider the followingsuggestions.

How to Do It:

• Prepare a brief presentation, and write it out so that you can read it directly to thehouseholder through the intercom. This can boost your confidence. At the outset,explain the purpose of your visit. Use the householder’s name if it is shown on thedirectory. Conclude by offering to deliver (or leave in the person’s door) a tract or amagazine that will provide more information.

• Maintain a positive viewpoint. Smile and gesture as if you were speaking face-to-facewith the person.

• Relax and be conversational. Speak clearly and with good volume. Avoid unnecessarypauses, but do not speak too fast.

• Use good judgment. In large buildings, there may be many intercoms. Perhaps youcould choose just three or so to ring, take note of where you left off, and then leave.Residents of the building may become alarmed if we linger in the foyer in order to ringevery intercom.


• During family worship have practice sessions with the participants facing away fromeach other.

Kingdom Ministry February 2015

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12- Developing a Magazine Route

Why Important: Many people who enjoy reading our magazines do not wish to study theBible with us. Perhaps they are happy with their religion, or they feel that they do not havetime to study. However, as they regularly read our magazines, they may form a longing forGod’s Word. (1 Pet. 2:2) A particular article may strike a responsive chord, or theircircumstances may change. Regular, brief visits will make them more comfortable with us andhelp us learn what their interests and concerns are. Eventually, a Bible study may be started.

How to Do It:

• Each month, schedule time to bring the individual the latest issues of TheWatchtower and Awake! Maybe you can visit at other times during the month to whethis appetite for an article from the magazines you left or to offer the publication beingfeatured that month. Keep good records.—See the January 2014 Our KingdomMinistry, p. 3.

• Prepare for each visit. Rather than simply dropping the magazines off, engage thehouseholder in conversation and try to build a rapport with him so that you can cultivatehis interest.

• Be alert for opportunities to start a study. If someone on your route asks you what theBible says on a certain topic, bring him a study publication that contains the answer,and discuss it together. Before you leave, raise a related question and consider it onthe next visit. If you are regularly and systematically having even brief discussionsusing the Bible or one of our study publications, you are conducting a Bible study. Haveyou offered the householder the Good Newsbrochure and demonstrated a short Biblestudy? Have you shown him the videos Why Study the Bible? and What Happens at aBible Study? Even if the person has not been receptive to a study in the past,circumstances change. Would it be beneficial for you to try again?


• Make a list of those who could be on a magazine route. Offer them the current issuesof the magazines, and tell them that you will bring them the next issue.

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13- Witnessing to Someone Who Speaks Another Language

Why Important: Jehovah is interested in the spiritual welfare of people “in every nation.”(Acts 10:34, 35) Therefore, Jesus indicated that the good news would be preached “in all theinhabited earth” and “to all the nations.” (Matt. 24:14) Zechariah prophesied that people “outof all the languages of the nations” would respond. (Zech. 8:23) According to the apostleJohn’s vision, those who survive the great tribulation will include individuals “out of all nationsand tribes and peoples and tongues [languages, ftn.].” (Rev. 7:9, 13, 14) In view of theforegoing, when we encounter someone in our territory who speaks another language, weshould try to give him a witness.

How to Do It:

• Be prepared. Carry in your witnessing case Good News for People of AllNations. Become familiar with the instructions entitled “How to Help Those Who SpeakAnother Language,” found at the beginning of the booklet. Anticipate the languagesyou may encounter, and download a video or a publication in those languages fromjw.org to your mobile device. Consider using the JW Language app to learn a fewphrases. If congregations of different languages preach in the same neighborhood,carry literature only in the language of your congregation when going from house tohouse. However, when engaging in public witnessing in multilingual areas, haveliterature in the languages of those you may meet.

• When you encounter someone who does not speak your language, do your best toshare “the magnificent things of God” with him in his own language. (Acts 2:11) Directhim to jw.org for more information in his language. If he shows interest, promptly fill outa Please Follow Up (S-43) form, and give it to the secretary. Continue calling on theinterested person until he is contacted by publishers who speak his language.


• During your next Family Worship evening, have a practice session where you give awitness to someone who does not speak your language.

Kingdom Ministry May 2015


14- Starting a Doorstep Bible Study Using the Good News From

God! Brochure

Why Important: To make disciples, we must be teachers of God’s Word. (Matt. 28:19, 20) Allof us can effectively teach the truth by using the tools that have been given to us. The GoodNews From God!brochure is specially designed to help us teach the truth to others. In fact, wecould use it to start a Bible study with a householder on the initial call right at his doorstep.

How to Do It:

• Review the presentation in the box.—See also the March 2013 Our Kingdom Ministry.

• Put your personal copy of the brochure in your service bag. Be sure to have enoughbrochures to offer.

• Consider just one or two paragraphs, and stay ten minutes or less.

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• Pray for the desire to conduct a study. Also, beg Jehovah for his help in starting a Biblestudy and in becoming an effective teacher of the truth.—Phil. 2:13.

• During family worship or personal study, take time to embed the presentation in yourheart. You can thus speak with conviction and start a doorstep Bible study while in theministry.

When Going From House to House:“I’m here because people are concerned about where this world is heading. Do you thinkconditions will ever improve? [Allow for response.] Many people are surprised to learn that theBible contains good news that can give us hope. Here are some of the questions that theBible answers.” Hand the householder a brochure, and invite him to choose a question fromthe back cover that interests him the most. Then go to the lesson, and demonstrate the study.Make arrangements to return to consider the next question in that lesson.

Kingdom Ministry June 2015



15- Training New Ones

Why Important: New disciples of Jesus must learn to observe “all the things” hecommanded, which includes teaching the truth to others. (Matt. 28:19, 20) Many new oneshave already qualified to join the Theocratic Ministry School and may have witnessedinformally to family members or friends. However, as they grow in appreciation for what theyare learning and come to know that Jehovah wants all people to hear the good news, theymay express a desire to share in the field ministry. (Rom. 10:13, 14) After new ones areapproved as unbaptized publishers, good training will help them be more confident as theytake this necessary step in their spiritual progress.—Luke 6:40.

How to Do It:

• Help the new publisher obtain the publications he will need for preaching and teaching.Show him how you organize your witnessing case, and explain the purpose of eachpublication you carry.

• Together, select a sample presentation from Our Kingdom Ministry and practice it.Encourage the new one to put the presentation in his own words. Rehearse settingsfrom the Ministry School book, page 82, that are common in your territory. Emphasizethe importance of modest dress and grooming.—2 Cor. 6:3, 4.

• Provide progressive training. Show the new publisher a territory card, and teach himhow to use a house-to-house record. Demonstrate how to make a record of interestedones. Teach him how to use jw.org in the ministry as well as the booklet Good News forPeople of All Nations. Help him cultivate the interest he finds.—1 Cor. 3:6.

• Be patient, and offer commendation. (Prov. 25:11) Set a good example. Your zeal andthe personal interest you show will have a positive effect for years to come.


• Work in the house-to-house ministry with your student, and take him on a return visit ora Bible study. If you do not have a student, invite a less experienced publisher to workwith you.

Kingdom Ministry August 2015



16- Witnessing in Business Territory

Why Important: Since many people work long hours, often the best way to reach them withthe Kingdom message is by witnessing to them at their workplace. Witnessing in businessterritory can be enjoyable and productive because there are no not-at-homes and workerstend to be polite to those they view as potential customers. In order to be effective, publishersmust use good judgment and be exemplary in their dress and grooming. (2 Cor.6:3) Therefore, the service overseer should carefully monitor how often business territoriesare worked and by whom.

How to Do It:

• Prepare a presentation that is brief. If we take too much of the worker’s time, we maynot be given opportunities to speak to him in the future.

• Choose a time to visit when the businesses are less busy, such as when they firstopen.

• Endeavor to speak first with the person in charge. Be warm and friendly. You might say,“We are visiting people briefly at their workplace because it is difficult to find them athome.” Give him a brief presentation, and offer a tract, the magazines, or another pieceof literature. So that we will not be confused with salesmen, it is best not to mention thedonation arrangement unless we are asked how our work is financed.

• If the person in charge is friendly, ask for permission to speak briefly to the otherworkers. At some businesses, it may be better to ask if you can leave some readingmaterial in the break room.

• Use good judgment, and be flexible. For example, if a worker is talking to a customeror is busy, wait until he is free before approaching him.


• During your next Family Worship evening, practice a brief presentation you might use ifyou work in business territory.

Kingdom Ministry September 2015

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