Dialogues with the Divine: Personal Conversations with God

Author: ​Nebo D. Lukovich

Learner, Reader, Student of Life

Nebo D. Lukovich

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“The quieter you become, the more you are able to hear.”
― Rumi
 
By definition, God is an omnipotent and omnipresent being, existing in and through all things, including our very thoughts and inner dialogues. Therefore, it should not be surprising that we could connect directly with Him.
 
Many religious people dismiss the possibility of two-way communication with God. For them, prayer is the only valid way of connecting with the divine. Still, even prayer is not a one-sided communication. God always responds to our requests and thoughts through all possible means. These responses may come through a person who provides much-needed advice or signs in everyday life such as a rainbow, a four-leaf clover, or a pigeon feather—each carrying personal meaning. God may also guide us using sudden inspiration, novel ideas, dream symbolism, visions, imagination, or any other means suitable for us.
 
Moreover, He can convey messages directly—through our stream of thoughts, providing a subtle yet profound form of divine guidance. After all, He is omnipotent and omnipresent. So, it is even more plausible that we could converse with God directly, instead of an angel, a spiritual guide, or similar. They are not within us, but God is. They are not omnipotent—God is. So, if we are open—God will contact us. Actually, He is always talking to us. The question is whether we are open enough to receive His messages.
 
Two-Way Communication with God
 
The idea that one can have direct conversations with God is not new. Throughout history, mystics, prophets, and ordinary individuals have claimed to have had such divine communication. One famous example in modern times is Neale Donald Walsch, author of the “Conversations with God” series, who wrote about his personal experiences of direct dialogue with the divine.
 
Other people have reported similar experiences. For instance, Jerry Martin, a former professor and atheist, wrote about his unexpected conversations with God in his book “God: An Autobiography.” Similarly, Barbara Rose's “If God Was Like Man” presents what she describes as direct communications from God. These accounts, although diverse in their specifics, share a common thread of personal, intimate dialogue with the divine.
 
We could say that the premise of these conversations is to have an open heart, as well as a calm mind. If so, God can reach out to us through our thoughts or direct insight, providing guidance and wisdom.
 
This approach to spirituality suggests that the Creator is not a distant, unreachable entity, but an ever-present force that we can access within ourselves.
 
Deeply Personal Messages
 
Dear reader, I invite you to approach the presented dialogues with an open mind, understanding that they represent my own spiritual experience. Although I risk being judged by some as a “lunatic” or “blasphemous,” I don’t care. I truly believe that these insights may be as profoundly beneficial to others as they have been to me.

The Creator is not a distant, unreachable entity, but an ever-present force that we can access within ourselves.

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Honestly, until relatively recently, I didn’t believe I could establish any kind of direct, two-way communication with God Himself. Such an idea, applied to us “ordinary people,” seemed far-fetched, even arrogant. But one day, an unusual stream of thoughts appeared in my mind while on a plane, 10 km high. I spontaneously started asking myself questions, and for each question, I received a very reasonable and sharp answer immediately. I asked if it was God or some other divine being answering, and the response was—God. That unusual inner dialogue lasted for a while, perhaps half an hour.
 
After that event, I still wasn’t convinced it was truly a conversation with God Himself. However, several more times such dialogues happened, even clearer. I had also received confirmation from other reliable sources that I had established regular communication with the divine. Then I rediscovered Neale’s “Conversations with God” series, which finally dispelled my doubts. At last, I accepted it. And that marked a significant cornerstone in my life.
 
God’s messages mean so much to me. They are deeply personal and supportive. His voice is not some external, foreign voice. It is in the form of my own thoughts, still recognizable as messages from a deep well of wisdom and love. He is always ready for a conversation, even if I’m not in a peaceful state of mind (although He emphasizes that His messages will not be as clear and genuine). God answers immediately, sometimes even before I finish my question. He is NEVER judging; He ALWAYS understands both me and other people. He understands our mistakes, confusions, dilemmas, and even misdeeds. In response to all of this, He offers wise solutions that are often surprising to me.
 
God says that to have a clear conversation with Him, we must calm our minds, open our hearts, ask a question or say something to Him, and wait for a response. A calm mind and an open heart are both key in this sublime yet natural process. We may have to wait a little, but His response will inevitably come. Perhaps not immediately in the form of thoughts, but maybe as a vision, a sudden insight, or any kind of external event. Any person may "interrupt" us and tell us something that will, in fact, be the answer. God’s ways are infinitely creative and sometimes totally unexpected to us. Over time, our communication with God may develop into clear, inner talks with Him.

To have a clear conversation with Him, we must calm our minds, open our hearts, ask a question, and wait for a response.

Of course, in this article, I am presenting only small parts of conversations that apply to a wider audience. Most of the talks were related to my personal matters. Many of the conversations I didn’t even write down.
 
Similar to the talks related to my personal life, God’s messages conveyed below emphasize love, forgiveness, personal responsibility, and the interconnectedness of all beings. They suggest a God who is not judgmental or punishing, but rather a source of unconditional love and guidance.
 
One recurring theme in these dialogues is the importance of presence and awareness. Also, God suggests that by being present and aware of our thoughts and emotions, we can better connect with the divine within us. Another key point is the emphasis on personal responsibility and free will, with God respecting and honoring the choices we make.
 
These dialogues also touch on more complex spiritual concepts, such as the nature of reality, the purpose of suffering, and the mechanics of creation. They present a view of God that is both immanent (present within all things) and transcendent (beyond all things), challenging traditional anthropomorphic conceptions of deity.
 
Whether or not you believe in the possibility of direct dialogue with God, I feel that these conversations offer thought-provoking perspectives on spirituality, ethics, and the nature of existence. They cover a wide range of topics, from the nature of forgiveness and love to the process of spiritual growth and the essence of God's nature.
 
I invite you to delve into these conversations, but please keep in mind that they may represent somewhat distorted messages from God, due to my own inner “filters” or too rigid beliefs. Nevertheless, I firmly believe that you will find many insights that resonate with your spiritual journey, or ideas that challenge your current beliefs.
 
Dialogs with God, 2023/2024 (originally transcribed in Serbian)
 
Me: I now recognize Your voice, which has always been present, though I had not acknowledged it before.
 
God: Yes, it is My voice. You have also heard Me through your guardian angels, spirit guides, and Higher Self, but it has always been Me. They, like your mind, act as filters—though somewhat clearer ones. I have always talked to you, and I still do.
 
Me: How can I distinguish thoughts that are Yours from thoughts that are from my ego?
 
God: All thoughts are Mine, but still those thoughts that come from a calm mind and a state of presence are authentically Mine.
 
Those thoughts are My messages that come through your ego’s weakest part of its filter, although the ego is also Mine in a certain way. When you are in a state of anxiety, stress, or when you are ruled by emotions, then the thoughts you have are the thoughts of your ego. Those are My thoughts too, but they are not authentic, not expressions of God’s wisdom, because they come through numerous filters of the ego. So always bring yourself to a state of presence and love and I will be here, completely and clearly.
 
Me: How can I feel Your Love, God?
 
God: You will feel My love when you are in the state of love. Enter that state. Become love. It is indeed My love. That is My love for you and for everything.
 
Me: Can I ask You various questions about life and the universe in general?
 
God: As for receiving such information from Me, you will receive the information to the extent that you are willing to receive it. You will get them through the existing filters of your mind.
 
Me: I have to ask You this, dear God. Why is there so much suffering and evil in the world? Why do you allow that?
 
God: That's a question for another occasion, but here is My answer in a nutshell. First, suffering in the world is quite exaggerated by people. There is more peace and happiness than conflict and suffering here, but you are mostly focused on the latter.
 
But I agree that there is too much of it. However, I gave you free will in the beginning and I stick to it. You are creating suffering for yourself. Because of your natural inertness, karma, and many other factors, you often have to go through suffering and discomfort to progress and return to Me.
 
And one more thing. In many situations, in many cases, I prevent suffering without you even knowing it.
 
Me: What advice do you have for forgiveness?

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