Theme
MS can rob you of energy, comfort, and sometimes even your sense of control. But it cannot steal the joy that comes from knowing Christ. Joy isn’t dependent on our circumstances — it’s a deliberate choice to focus on God’s goodness rather than our hardships.
Scripture
"Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!" — Philippians 4:4 (NIV)
Devotional
Joy in the middle of struggle doesn’t mean ignoring pain. It means looking beyond it. Paul wrote these words while imprisoned, not from a place of comfort, but from a place of trust. Choosing joy in the midst of MS is a declaration that your hope is anchored in something unshakable.On the hard days, joy may not feel natural — but it’s still available. It can be found in a morning sunrise, in the laughter of a friend, in the quiet peace of knowing God hasn’t abandoned you. Joy reminds you that your identity is not defined by illness but by the One who holds your future.Today, choose to see the beauty alongside the battle. It’s there — and the more you look for it, the more you’ll find it. Music Link:
Song
Joy Is My Anthem
Lyrics
(Verse 1)Woke up with the weight, felt it pressing on my chestAnother day to fight, another trial, another testBut I hear Your whisper calling, “Lift your eyes to Me”There’s light beyond the shadows, hope you can’t yet see(Chorus)Joy is my anthem, hope is my songEven in the valley, I’ll sing alongPain can’t steal it, fear won’t winYour love lifts me over again and againJoy is my anthem, joy is my song(Verse 2)Some days the road feels longer than my feet can goBut You remind me, “Child, you’re never walking slowI’m pacing every heartbeat, I’m guiding every mileEven in the sorrow, I’m the reason you can smile”(Chorus)Joy is my anthem, hope is my songEven in the valley, I’ll sing alongPain can’t steal it, fear won’t winYour love lifts me over again and againJoy is my anthem, joy is my song(Bridge)Through the fire, through the rainYou’re the melody that stays the sameI’ll keep singing, come what mayYour joy will lead the way(Chorus)Joy is my anthem, hope is my songEven in the valley, I’ll sing alongPain can’t steal it, fear won’t winYour love lifts me over again and againJoy is my anthem, joy is my song
Prayer
Lord, teach me to choose joy even when it’s hard. Remind me that joy is rooted in who You are, not in how I feel. Help me to keep my eyes on You so that joy becomes my daily song. Amen.