I cannot think that we are useless or God would not have created

Listen, O children of the Earth, to the words of Geronimo, the great leader of the Apache, whose wisdom transcends time and speaks to the very heart of the human spirit: "I cannot think that we are useless or God would not have created us. There is one God looking down on us all. We are all the children of one God. The sun, the darkness, the winds are all listening to what we have to say." These words, spoken with the solemnity of one who knew the trials of his people, are a reminder of our profound connection to the divine and to all of creation. Geronimo teaches us that each of us is imbued with purpose, that the Creator has made no mistake in our existence, and that our lives are not without meaning.

In the ancient teachings of the mystics, the divine was often seen not as a distant force, but as a presence that permeates all things—the sun that rises, the wind that blows, and the very earth beneath our feet. The Creator’s will is expressed through all elements of life, and it is through the careful and intentional design of the world that we come to understand our place within it. Just as the ancient Greeks believed in the divine presence in nature, so too did the Native American wisdom of Geronimo recognize that the sun, the darkness, and the winds were not mere forces of nature, but expressions of the Divine that were attuned to our voices, listening to our prayers, and guiding us through life’s journey.

Geronimo’s words reflect a deep spiritual truth: that we are all children of one God, interconnected not only with each other but with all of creation. This is not a distant, impersonal God, but one who is present and near, whose attention is given to the very fabric of life. We, as human beings, are not separate from nature, but are an integral part of it. The sun’s warmth, the winds that carry seeds, the darkness of night that brings rest, all serve a divine purpose. God listens to our words, our thoughts, and our prayers, and He speaks to us through the elements of the world around us. This interconnectedness suggests that the voice of humanity is heard not only by God but by all that is alive with His spirit.

Consider, O children, the wisdom of the Native American tradition, where every part of nature is treated with reverence. The elders of many tribes spoke of the sacredness of the earth, teaching their people that all living things have a voice and that our words and actions affect the balance of the world. When Geronimo speaks of the winds listening to what we have to say, he is speaking to a reality where we must understand that our speech, our actions, and our very thoughts have power. The Earth listens, for it is not a passive backdrop, but a living entity that responds to the rhythms of life. What we speak into the world matters, for nature, the divine, and even the forces that seem distant, are all intertwined in a sacred web of existence.

This understanding brings us to the deeper lesson of Geronimo’s words: we are not useless, nor are we insignificant. Each of us is a child of the Creator, endowed with purpose, with the ability to shape the world around us. God has placed us in this world for a reason, and to deny our value is to deny the Creator’s wisdom. We are meant to listen to the world around us, to understand that the sun, the wind, and the very earth are waiting to guide us if only we open ourselves to their messages. God listens to us, and in turn, we are called to listen to the divine echo in the world—whether in the gentle breeze, the sound of birds, or the quiet moments of reflection.

The practical action we must take is this: live with purpose, and speak with intention. Know that your words and actions reverberate throughout the world, not just among your fellow humans but with the very forces of nature. Respect the earth, for it is sacred, and understand that the divine is listening to your prayers, your struggles, and your triumphs. In your every moment, choose to speak life—speak words of hope, of peace, of wisdom, for these words are not merely for the ears of those around you, but for the world itself, which is listening, just as Geronimo taught.

In this way, we fulfill our role as children of God, living in harmony with creation and listening to the whispers of the divine in every leaf, in every storm, and in every sunrise. Trust that your life has meaning, that your connection to the world is profound, and that you are a part of something much greater than yourself. In doing so, we walk with God, in full awareness that the sun, the darkness, the winds are all listening, and we are never alone in our journey.