I got a flyer in the mail: "Try Jesus now for only $9,99"?

Question

No joke. They're offering an introductory package - bible, list of dates for sermons and meetings, that kind of thing. I'm an atheist, yet even I find the wording on the front of the flyer somewhat ludicrous. Would you ever consider joining this church? Also, should I call them and enquire about what their refund policy on Jesus is?

Answer 1

I agree, It is crazy and they should be ashamed of themselves.  Jesus isn't for sell.    I'm a Christian, and that kind of thing is appalling to say the least.  Not all Christians who say they are followers of Christ.... are "true" believers.  These are the kind of Christians that gives the rest of us a bad rep...Just like the Crusaders, and Wacky Church Cults.

Answer 2

Oh, so THAT'S what they mean by "Jesus Saves".

(Actually, considering how many Jesus freaks are more than willing to give you their annoying literature for free, I'm suprised this one charges.)

Answer 3

Just goes to show how profitable religion really is .

Answer 4

I would check with the Better Business Bureau in the area to ensure that these folks are actually delivering the Jesus as advertised.  You did not mention whether they are offering fresh Jesus, Jesus jerky, or Jesus in the can.  As it stands $9.99, is a pretty reasonable price for canned Jesus but the jerky is a bit hard to swallow.  

Answer 5

If you look around you can usually get Jesus for less, especially around the holidays.

Answer 6

Jesus, now a DRUG!

Answer 7

I write them asking about a money back guarantee.

Then call the BBB about this false advertising, and expose the money con they are trying to run and have the place closed down

Answer 8

Your title to the question gave me a laugh- please tell me that's a joke lol. I wouldn't consider joining that church!

Answer 9

What a rip off. If you really want a bible, steal one from a motel 8. No I wouldn't dream of joining ANY church, let alone that one.

Answer 10

Sounds like business as usual for the church. They've realized that believers have something in common with people who respond to flyers: gullibility.

Answer 11

You mean they will pay you $9.99 for turning up.

I can't think of any other way it makes sense as most churches will let you in the door for free, and only peer pressure to pay, sorry, donate during.

There is no way I would do it for $9.99.  They would have to pay way more than that for my time.

Tie a brick to it and mark it "Return to sender"

P.S. if it was a flier just dumped in your mail box, then report them to the US Postal service.  Anything in your mail has to have postage paid on it.  Even if someone delivered it themselves.

Answer 12

My guess is that it had been intended as a joke but didn't work well on paper.

Jesus it faultless but makes a point of using faulted people.

I hope this doesn't put you off on all churches.

Answer 13

Throw it away.  Why go for a scam or even consider it?

Answer 14

Wow. The fact that they're selling Jesus upsets me.  

Answer 15

Jesus is free. But even at 9.99 is a bargain.

I suspect the ad is not serious. It's a spoof.

Answer 16

Maybe, you should go just for the h**l of it

And, ask them to produce jaysus.

Answer 17

At least it wasn't like that "Jesus rug" people have been receiving in the mail

Answer 18

Ha that's funny! Can you get a store credit?

Answer 19

Oh my goodness! Are these people serious? What the h**l are they trying to do?