Drew M. Christian
Drew M. Christian retired from pastoral ministry after 27 years and now serves as the Director of Research & Communication for Aspire Leadership, helping write and facilitate leadership training for businesses, churches, and non-profits.
He received his Doctorate in Leadership from Bethel Seminary in Minneapolis, MN, receiving the William A. Fretwell Memorial Thesis Award for his work centered on Effective Collaboration Between Churches.
Drew co-authored the Aspire 78:72 Biblical Leadership Training Experience and in 2022 was the Grand Prize Winner of the National Parks Share Your Story competition.
Living in their RV, Drew & his wife, Debbie, reside predominantly in Maryland & Delaware, with their two cats, Bruce & Gracie.
Three Years: Making A Difference In The Time You Have Left
Including sound scripture, respectable and pertinent authorities, Drew M. Christian's own confessional experiences, "Three Years: Making A Difference in The Time You Have Left", will lead you to ascend the ladder of virtues. Learn how to step up on each rung, practicing goodness, knowledge, self-control, perseverance, piety, mutual affection, and love. Intentionally choosing to practice these virtues each day will result in a positive and lasting impact on your leadership, your work, your family, and your community. Choose today to CLIMB!
REVIEWS
"Three Years: Making a Difference in the Time You Have Left" by Dr. Drew M. Christian is a remarkable work that serves as a profound gift to its readers. The author approaches his subject matter with a level of vulnerability and honesty that is both admirable and inspiring.​
Louise Jane
CEO The Christlit Book Awards
5 out of 5 Stars
He's honest and vulnerable and draws on a deep understanding of scripture combined with life stories to make you think and consider what you want the rest of your days to look like. It's not about dying. It's about living. And making a difference.
Thanks for writing this.
Mary
Amazon Review
I just finished this book by Dr. Drew M. Christian, I highly recommend reading this book. Drew is very transparent about his life and His climb on this ladder of growing in Christ. He also is very descriptive using scripture to clarify each step of growth! Go get em' Drew! Yay God!
Kenny Davis
Founder of KennyDavisMinistries
The Three Daily Disciplines:
A Leadership Carol
In "The Three Daily Disciplines: A Leadership Carol", Bruce Engerston embarks on a transformative, supernatural journey reminiscent of A Christmas Carol. After a promotion blinds him to his team's challenges, Bruce encounters Jacob, a mysterious guide who leads him through a year-long exploration of leadership. Instead of ghosts, Bruce views films of Ulysses S. Grant, Abraham Lincoln, and Harriet Tubman, showcasing the Three Daily Disciplines: Curiosity, Humility, and Empathy.
Curiosity drives growth, as leaders ask questions and innovate. Humility builds trust, as pride is set aside to prioritize team success. Empathy creates connection by
valuing people over profits and understanding others' perspectives. These principles, embodied by the historical figures during the Civil War, challenge Bruce to reevaluate his approach to leadership and relationships at work and home.
Bruce's transformation mirrors Ebenezer Scrooge's but is deeply rooted in actionable principles that empower leaders to create trust, connection, and lasting impact. Based on Jeff Banning's leadership insights and the Aspire Leadership Experience, this parable inspires readers to adopt these disciplines and leave a legacy of positive influence in their spheres. This modern-day tale is a practical guide to cultivating growth, trust, and connection in leadership.
ENDORSEMENTS
Drew Christian’s reimagining of Charles Dickens’ classic tale with the purpose of leadership development intrigued me. A Christmas Carol and its many movie versions is a story I already find highly enjoyable with its positive message of personal transformation. Drew takes this familiar tale of supernatural intervention to share his message of becoming an influential leader. These daily disciplines of curiosity, humility, and empathy can bring personal transformation and organizational transformation. Drawing from the Civil War era for his examples helps to show how timeless these principles are.
Bruce, our protagonist in A Leadership Carol, closely mirrors Scrooge's path to redemption, but through a journey faced with modern leadership challenges. Through this story we grasp the message that true leadership influence happens by being genuinely curious about others, having humble self-reflection, and demonstrating empathetic connection with those we lead. I've been inspired to examine my own leadership approach and to practice these three essential daily disciplines. Drew's concise book can be placed on your bookshelf right next to A Christmas Carol, with both books inspiring us to personal transformation.
Dr. Mark Menga
CECommunication & Cinema Studies Professor at Lancaster Bible College
Drew Christian has composed an inspiring, readable work that will enhance your leadership. The
story-style layout makes it a page-turner that you’ll quickly pick up powerful truths that inspire
the best in us and our teams. A Leadership Carol teaches the three core leadership disciplines of
curiosity, humility, and empathy in practical, applicable ways. You’ll immediately be equipped
with ways to lift your teams and unearth the best ideas.
Drew Freyder
Senior Pastor, LIFT Church, Salisbury, Maryland
This book is a must read for anyone interested in an insightful way of seeing themselves in the leadership mirror. Dr Drew takes you back to a well-known story perspective, providing a lens for personal insights, self-reflection, and leaves you excited about what possibilities lie ahead on your leadership journey!
Sarah Ruffcorn, CTB
President Trinity Logistics
Dr. Drew M. Christian has written a compelling leadership parable that challenges both the mind and the heart. Through the story of Bruce Engerston, I was taken on a journey that challenged me to reflect on my own leadership behaviors and attitudes. The genius of this book is in its simplicity — the three daily disciplines of Curiosity, Humility, and Empathy are presented in a way that is both relatable and actionable.
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What sets this book apart for me is its seamless blend of storytelling and practical application. The lessons are not just leadership principles; they are brought to life through a narrative that makes them memorable. With each phase of Bruce's journey, practical and meaningful steps emerge that any leader can implement right away. Whether you’re an experienced leader, just beginning your leadership journey, or someone seeking personal growth, this book will equip you to develop the self-awareness needed to lead in a way that inspires trust and influence.
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The Three Daily Disciplines: A Leadership Carol is not only a leadership guide — it’s a heartfelt reminder of the power of personal growth and its ripple effect on those around us. I wholeheartedly recommend this book to anyone who desires to lead with greater self-awareness, integrity, and meaningful connection.
Paul Smith
Sr. Pastor, Rivertown Community Church
