The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast 1KHO 462: Don’t Miss the Magic Right Outside Your Door | N.D. Wilson, The Riot and the Dance
Apr 14, 2025
N.D. Wilson, an author and filmmaker renowned for works like The Riot and the Dance, discusses how nature reveals profound stories about faith and creation. He shares enchanting discoveries from deep oceans to muddy ponds, emphasizing the marvels hiding in plain sight. Wilson reflects on the joy and playfulness of wildlife encounters, the significance of water, and the need for families to slow down and reconnect with nature. He also links everyday observations to deeper spiritual truths, urging everyone to find magic right outside their door.
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Magic Is Right Outside Your Door
- N.D. Wilson argues our own world is as magical as any fantasy realm and worth exploring.
- He designs fiction and films to make kids excited about the real world's wonder and history.
Look At Creation For Reassurance
- Wilson frames nature as evidence of intentional design, not meaningless accident.
- He found comfort in Job's command to 'go look at my animals' during his health trial.
Storytelling And Apologetics Intertwined
- Wilson links his apologetics and storytelling: nature documentaries and fiction both point to a Creator.
- He aims to reclaim 'natural revelation' for Christian families through wonder-filled media.
