Ben Sasse on Redeeming the Time We’re Given

Thought Leader: Ben Sasse

August 17, 2026

Former U.S. Senator Ben Sasse joins ADF CEO, President, and Chief Counsel Kristen Waggoner for a deeply personal conversation about faith, family, purpose, and what it means to make the most of the time we are given. Following his terminal cancer diagnosis, Sasse reflects candidly on how confronting mortality has sharpened his perspective on the people, relationships, and convictions that matter most. He discusses the role his faith has played in sustaining him through suffering and uncertainty, offering an intimate look at how deeply held beliefs can provide strength during life’s most difficult moments.

Sasse also shares lessons from his 32-year marriage and his experience as a husband and father, including the wisdom he hopes to pass on to his teenage son. Looking beyond his own family, he considers what the next generation of young Christian leaders will need to navigate an increasingly complicated world. His message emphasizes courage, discernment, strong relationships, and the responsibility to use time intentionally rather than taking it for granted.

Throughout the conversation, Sasse brings together his experiences in public service, education, leadership, and family life to explore larger questions about character and purpose. His reflections offer audiences a powerful reminder that meaningful leadership is shaped not only by professional accomplishments, but also by how people respond to adversity and invest in those around them.

As a keynote speaker, Ben Sasse brings a compelling combination of leadership experience, thoughtful perspective, and personal insight to audiences. His ability to connect challenging experiences with broader lessons about courage, resilience, and purpose creates meaningful conversations for events and conferences. To learn more about hosting Ben Sasse, contact WWSG.

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