Can You Repeat That Please? (Living In 10 Codes 4)

A frequently used 10 code is “10 – 9.” This code is a request to repeat the transmission. The primary reasons for a code 10 – 9 include a static filled, unclear transmission or a need to clarify the directive that has been transmitted. 

How often do we ask God to repeat His commands to us? This may occur because we want to be clear on God’s plan. We do not want to move forward on what we desire God to do instead of what He has truly said. Hearing accurately is always important. 

Sometimes we may ask God to repeat Himself because we cannot or do not want to believe what He has told us to do. The enemy is quick to question God’s truth. “Now the serpent was more subtle and crafty than any living creature of the field which the Lord God had made. And he [Satan] said to the woman, Can it really be that God has said, You shall not eat from every tree of the garden?” (Genesis 3:1 AMP) When we do not understand God’s reasons for a command, we may find ourselves listening and agreeing with this question. We must listen to God with an obedient heart even when it we do not understand. 

There are many general commands that are often repeated in the Scriptures. These are a few that come to mind. 

Give thanks or thanksgiving is mentioned over 120 times in Scripture. There are no exceptions to this command.  ^“Thank [God] in everything [no matter what the circumstances may be, be thankful and give thanks], for this is the will of God for you [who are] in Christ Jesus [the Revealer and Mediator of that will].” (1 Thessalonians 5:18 AMP) This leaves no reason that we may choose not to be thankful. 

Love is another universal command. The word appears 566 times in the amplified version of the Bible. We are told to love our neighbor, the family of God and even our enemies. Most of all we are to love God. ^“And you shall love the Lord your God out of and with your whole heart and out of and with all your soul (your life) and out of and with all your mind (with your faculty of thought and your moral understanding) and out of and with all your strength. This is the first and principal commandment. The second is like it and is this, You shall love your neighbor as yourself. There is no other commandment greater than these. ” (Mark 12:30-31 AMP) 

Trust or have faith is another predominate command that appears in Scripture repeatedly. We cannot please God without faith. “But without faith it is impossible to please and be satisfactory to Him. For whoever would come near to God must [necessarily] believe that God exists and that He is the rewarder of those who earnestly and diligently seek Him [out].” (Hebrews 11:6 AMP) We can trust our loving Father in all circumstances.  ^“Trust in, lean on, rely on, and have confidence in Him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts before Him. God is a refuge for us (a fortress and a high tower).” (Psalm 62:8 AMP)

Truly trusting God enables us to obey another command, to avoid fear. ^“Fear not [there is nothing to fear], for I am with you; do not look around you in terror and be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen and harden you to difficulties, yes, I will help you; yes, I will hold you up and retain you with My [victorious] right hand of rightness and justice.” (Isaiah 41:10 AMP) God addresses fear often. It is something that an obedient of child of God does not need to give into. Like Joshua we can have courage. “Have not I commanded you? Be strong, vigorous, and very courageous. Be not afraid, neither be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” (Joshua 1:9 AMP)

We are also told to study the word of God.  ^“Study and be eager and do your utmost to present yourself to God approved (tested by trial), a workman who has no cause to be ashamed, correctly analyzing and accurately dividing [rightly handling and skillfully teaching] the Word of Truth.” (2 Timothy 2:15 AMP) This will help us to know God’s voice and respond without several 10 - 9 requests. We will be able to recognize His word when we hear it.

These commands and many more have been repeated for our benefit. By looking at Scripture we can be sure that God means what He says. We can actually request a 10 – 9 by looking at all the places God addresses any given topic.

Listen to the voice of the Lord today. You can request a repeat or a 10 – 9. He will not be offended and will gladly confirm His word. Once you have received an accurate command move forward to confidently obey it.