#3 - Asa Cropsey - Building friendships for heaven: Evangelism strategies that actually work.

Are you selling your time for money? Why this powerful realization made Asa quit his good accounting job and move to an old Soviet training camp in Germany!

Timestamps:

• Big Leap: Quitting Accounting for Mission Work (1:00-4:12):
  • Asa explains the deeper value of time over money.
  • Decision to invest time in people and eternal things, not just finances.
• Accounting Skills at Camp (4:12-5:26):
  • Using Excel/database skills for Bible reading plans.
  • Communications in German—the real MVP skill.
• Previous Mission Experience & Why Camp Matters (5:26-8:31):
  • Past summers as a missionary/intern in Germany.
  • The immersive camp environment exposes personal weaknesses and builds teamwork and Christian service.
• Lessons from Camp Life (8:32-12:17):
  • Sports & team-building: it’s about collaboration, not competition.
  • Relationships formed through shared experience are key for spiritual impact.
• Evangelism in East Germany & Beyond (12:18-24:29):
  • Challenges of sharing the gospel in a highly secular/agnostic environment.
  • Relationship-first evangelism; testimony as a written tool.
  • Story of offering a ride to a drunk man and gifting personal testimony.
• New Evangelism Frameworks from Conferences (24:29-35:10):
  • Long-term relational disciple-making, rather than quick converts.
  • Strategies picked up from missionaries in France
• The Parable of the Unrighteous Steward & Generosity (35:11-40:01):
  • Shrewd use of resources (money, time, energy) to "buy friends for heaven."
  • Generosity toward unbelievers isn't bribery—it's a gospel opportunity.
• Practical Encouragement & Final Thoughts (44:37-end):
  • The “generosity muscle”: Start early, don’t wait for perfect circumstances.

Guest Bio

Asa Cropsey is a former accountant with a heart for missions. After studying accounting at Bob Jones University and working in the field for two years, Asa felt convicted that his time was too valuable to keep trading solely for money. In 2025, he took a leap of faith, moving to East Germany to serve at the region’s largest conservative Christian camp—built on an old Soviet training ground. Asa brings practical skills in communications and database management, but he’s most passionate about serving others, building relationships, and sharing the gospel in a secular context.

Social Links and Resources

Mentioned in this episode:

• Camp Impact (Germany): Camp Impact Website
• GFA Missions (Gospel Fellowship Association): gfamissions.org
• Luke 16:9 – The Parable of the Unrighteous Steward: Bible Gateway – Luke 16:9

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