Alwyn Uys: Honouring God through sport, yielding to the Holy Spirit, and pursuing big dreams with Jesus‪.‬ Sporting For His Glory

As a professional athlete, Alwyn Uys has competed in extreme sports events where he has made history, being the first paraplegic in South Africa to complete the Ironman, and the first paraplegic in the world to swim the Robben Island crossing.

Alwyn is also a public speaker and minister of the Gospel, ministering internationally with his prophetic and healing ministry. Alwyn also has a coffee business, book ‘Unbroken’ and documentary ‘Against All Odds’’, alongside his inspiring and edifying YouTube channel.

In this episode, Alwyn shares his sporting history including his incredible Ironman feat. He describes the physical and mental toil of endurance sport and explains how God put the Ironman challenge on his heart.

Alwyn also discusses his faith and ministry journey, reminding us that our first ministry is our relationship and intimacy with the Lord. Alwyn shares advice and encouragement on growing in spiritual gifting and boldness. He also emphasises the importance of making room for the Holy Spirit and remembering that God still speaks.

“Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded.” James 4:8

“But God chose what is foolish in the world to shame the wise; God chose what is weak in the world to shame the strong.” 1 Corinthians 1:27

“Their idols are made of silver and gold – they are man-made. They have mouths, but cannot speak, eyes, but cannot see.” Psalms‬ ‭115‬:‭4‬-‭5‬