
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.

The Three Daily Disciplines:
A Leadership Carol
What separates extraordinary leaders from the rest? In this powerful leadership parable, a talented but misguided executive named Bruce Engerston goes on a supernatural journey similar to A Christmas Carol. Instead of visiting ghosts of the past, Bruce is presented with footage of Lincoln, Grant, and Tubman where he discovers the three timeless principles for leaders of all levels—principles you can implement immediately to revolutionize your leadership approach.
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How embracing curiosity can unlock innovation and growth
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Why humility in leadership allows teams to reach their highest potential
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How empathy builds genuine connections that inspire loyalty and exceptional performance
Whether you lead a small team or an entire organization, these three disciplines—practiced daily—will equip you to navigate today's complex business challenges while developing meaningful relationships that extend beyond the workplace.
Start reading today to begin your own leadership journey!
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
Good leadership is a continuous growing process. With The Three Daily Disciplines, Drew M. Christian presents a captivating fable on leadership inspired by Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol. The story follows Bruce Engerston, newly appointed Director of Marketing at Turks Marketing Solutions. A few months into his new role, Bruce's team members begin to feel undervalued, affecting the organization's success. His life takes an unexpected turn during a visit to the Old Dominion Theater, where a mysterious man named Jacob guides him on a transformative journey to the Civil War era. He learns about curiosity and how it sparks innovation, collaboration, and growth within organizations. In his subsequent visits to the old theater, profound lessons in humility and empathy reshape Bruce's leadership approach, paving the way for his team's revival.
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The Three Daily Disciplines is one of the most engaging books on leadership I've read in the past few years. Combining immersive storytelling with clear-cut lessons on leadership, Drew M. Christian offers an absorbing guide that is bound to appeal to business leaders, executives, and managers of all kinds of organizations. Curiosity, humility, and empathy are essential qualities any good leader must possess. With an engrossing narrative, Christian shows how these three disciplines are practically applicable in day-to-day scenarios and help drive teams toward attaining the organization's goals, ensuring its long-term success. Featuring historical personalities such as Ulysses S. Grant, Abraham Lincoln, and Harriet Tubman in key roles, this book offers readers the core principles of leadership. It also demonstrates how they enhance an organization's productivity and teamwork. It's required reading for all business leaders.
Pikasho Deka
Readers’ Favorite

Three Years: Making A Difference In The Time You Have Left
Live a meaningful life. Leave a lasting legacy.
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In Three Years: Making a Difference In the Time You Have Left, Dr. Drew M. Christian reveals a profound biblical framework displayed in history's most influential life—one that can transform yours.
Drawing from Jesus's three-year ministry and the powerful virtues outlined in 2 Peter, this book isn't just another self-help guide—it's your practical roadmap to living a life of extraordinary impact. Through "The Ladder of Virtues," you'll discover:
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How to move from merely existing to living with purpose
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A time-tested path to developing character
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How to live a life that will influence future generations
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Practical ways to strengthen your faith, self-control, and perseverance
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Strategies for applying these virtues in your work, community, and family life
Perfect for individual reflection or small group study, this book includes a comprehensive study guide that helps you put these transformative principles into action. Whether you're a business leader seeking to leave a legacy, a parent hoping to impact future generations, or someone simply searching for a more meaningful life, Three Years provides the blueprint you need.
Don't wait for ‘someday’ to start making a difference. Your next three years could change everything—for you and for generations to come.
Your journey to a life of profound purpose and lasting influence starts here.
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
Three Years: Making a Difference in the Time You Have Left by Dr. Drew M. Christian is a thoughtful and well-written book that offers a meaningful look into spiritual perseverance and transformation through faith, grounded in both biblical examples and personal experience.
Jamie Michele
Readers’ Favorite
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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