After a recent time of personal prayer, Alwyn Uys shared a profound encounter with the Holy Spirit that carries a timely message for the body of Christ.
While seeking the Lord, the presence of the Holy Spirit surrounded him in an unusual and powerful way—so tangible that it brought him a deep grief and anguish. Then came the burden: to intercede for the rising voices of the next generation.
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However, what Uys heard was not a call limited to prophets, preachers or full-time ministers. It was a divine stirring for every Spirit-filled believer to speak truth, declare hope and influence others for the kingdom. “It was a kind of sadness in my spirit, but I knew God was saying, ‘Pray for the ones I’m calling to rise up,’” Uys shared.
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As Uys continued to pray, a powerful phrase echoed in his heart: “Your voice makes a difference.” It wasn’t just a passing thought—it was a clear and unmistakable word from the Lord. “It was one of those moments where you just know it’s Him,” he said. “I knew this word wasn’t just for me; it was for all of us.”
What followed was a divine confirmation. The very next day, an email from Uys’ bank arrived with a survey reminder. He was shocked by its subject line: “Your voice makes a difference.” The exact phrase, word for word, mirroring what he heard in prayer. “There’s only so much you can chalk up to coincidence,” Uys said. “This was God confirming His word.”
Later that same day, a prophetic friend reached out saying he felt stirred to step out more boldly in prophetic ministry. Unaware of what had happened the day before, this message was yet another confirmation of the word the Lord had spoken to Uys.
Uys’ message is clear: God is raising up a generation of bold, Spirit-led believers who are being called to use their voices to shift atmospheres, proclaim truth and lead others into the heart of God. Whether you feel silenced, discouraged or disqualified, the Lord wants you to know—your voice still matters.
As Uys explains, this movement isn’t about titles or platforms. It’s about obedience. It’s about hearing the voice of the Lord and responding. “If the Lord is putting something on your heart to pray for or speak about, it means He’s counting on your obedience,” he emphasized.
Now is the time to rise. If God has placed a calling on your life, don’t shrink back. Heaven is backing you. “There’s a shift taking place,” Uys said. “A new generation is being activated—not just in the prophetic—but across every area of kingdom life.”
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Regardless of where you are in your journey, your voice holds power and significance in advancing God’s kingdom. This season is ripe for breakthrough and activation, and you are not alone—God is backing you, equipping you and calling you to move forward with courage and faith.
Don’t underestimate the difference you can make; your voice truly matters.
Abby Trivett is content development editor for Charisma Media.
