When proper etiquette is being used, all radio traffic
goes through the base or dispatch center. Whether it is in the transportation
industry, the maintenance department or security/emergency services, this is
the most efficient method of communication. The dispatcher generally knows
where all parties are at any given time. He or she also knows what each
individual has been assigned to do. Although others who are on radio may have
overheard directions given to their companions, they are not aware of all
communiqués, including those that have been relayed in person and via the
telephone. Wrong assumptions may be made and direct communication can be the
source of misinformation.
When individuals disregard the protocol there is more
opportunity for error. An individual does not have the full picture that a
dispatcher has. Circumstances may change quickly. Initial information may be
incomplete or even incorrect. In these cases the proper radio call will be “10
– 22.” This is a call to disregard.
The best communication for any Christian is always
directed and guided through the dispatch center of God’s word and His voice.
The Lord Himself has the only clear picture of everything that is going on in
our lives and the lives of those around us. When we carefully direct
communication through the Scripture and the leading of the Holy Spirit, we will
most effectively respond and communicate with each other.
An error in our communication with a fellow believer
is often quite innocent. We may truly be excited about something that God has
called us to do. In our excitement, we may try to enlist others to join us when
God has given them no such direction. It is extremely important that we allow
each other to receive our marching orders directly from the Lord, our great
dispatcher. When we receive well-meaning suggestions from our brothers or
sisters in Christ, we may hear the Holy Spirit telling us to 10 – 22. Joining
another for a project which is right for them, may cause us to miss the great
things that we have been called to do. We must respond by disregarding these persuasive
requests.
The greatest danger comes when receiving directions
from an unknown voice. There is opportunity for outsiders to tap into the
radio frequency that is being used by a particular group. When this is the case,
someone who does not belong can be to begin transmitting harmful information.
It is important to verify the identity of anyone you are in communication with.
The dispatcher can verify the legitimacy of this person and his or her
transmission.
A danger to the body of Christ is that we have an
interloper who attempts to communicate misinformation to us every day. “And
it is no wonder, for Satan himself masquerades as an angel of light;” (2 Corinthians 11:14 AMP) We can hear the voice of the enemy both in our
minds as he pretends to be God or even our own thoughts. His voice may also be
heard through false prophets and others who speak negatively and attempt to
talk us out of what God has called us to do. It is important to remember
that the devil is a liar and he hates every believer. “You are of your father, the devil, and it is your will to practice the
lusts and gratify the desires
[which are characteristic] of your father. He was a murderer from the beginning
and does not stand in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he
speaks a falsehood, he speaks what is natural to him, for he is a liar
[himself] and the father of lies and
of all that is false.” (John 8:44
AMP) Those who repeat his words are lying as well. We must be very careful to
10 – 22 everything he speaks.
These are
some examples. The enemy says, “You can’t do that!” God says 10 - 22 that last
transmission. The word of God tells us, “I have strength for all things in
Christ Who empowers me [I am ready for anything and equal to anything through
Him Who infuses inner strength into me; I am self-sufficient in Christ's
sufficiency].” (Philippians
4:13 AMP) Fear shouts at us to shrink back. 10 – 22! Scripture says, “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) Temptation attempts to entice us to engage in sinful practices and
we respond, “10 – 22!” “But I say, walk and
live [habitually] in the [Holy] Spirit [responsive to and controlled and
guided by the Spirit]; then you will certainly not gratify the cravings and desires of the flesh (of human
nature without God).” (Galatians 5:16 AMP) The lie screams, “You won’t make it through this
problem.” 10 – 22 that! “And my God will liberally supply (fill to the full) your
every need according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:19 AMP)
There are
many more examples that can be given. The key is that we must know the voice of
the Holy Spirit, our great dispatcher. He will not speak anything contrary to
the Scriptures. When thoughts come into our mind or statements come from others
that are contrary to the promises of God, we must quickly and emphatically
respond with 10 – 22. We disregard the lies of the enemy and study the promises
of God.
Have you
been listening and believing any lies lately? Shout out loud 10 – 22! Disregard
the lies and live in the truth that you have been set free in Jesus Christ.
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