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In 1974, David Berg introduced a new proselytization method called Flirty Fishing ( or FFing ), which encouraged female members to show God's love by engaging in sexual activity with potential converts.

Flirty Fishing was practiced by members of Berg's inner circle starting in 1973, and was later introduced to the general membership.

By 1978, it was widely practiced by members of the group.

In some areas, Flirty Fishers used escort agencies to meet people.

According to TFI, as a result of Flirty Fishing, " over 100, 000 received God's gift of salvation through Jesus, and some chose to live the life of a disciple and missionary ".

According to data provided by TFI to researcher Bill Bainbridge, from 1974 until 1987, members had sexual contact with 223, 989 people while practicing Flirty Fishing.

Flirty Fishing also resulted in the births of many children, including Karen Zerby's son, Davidito ( aka Ricky Rodriguez ).

Children born as result of Flirty Fishing were referred to as " Jesus Babies ".

By the end of 1981, more than 300 " Jesus Babies " had been born.