Christians should resist the cultural tide of euthanasia that undermines the value of human life. Instead, we should value God’s gift of life at every stage of human development.
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On December 12, 2025, amid the hustle and bustle of the Christmas season, Deb’s Law (SB 1950) was quietly signed into law in Illinois. The law will take effect in September 2026; it legalizes self-administration of “aid-in-dying” pharmaceuticals by individuals with a terminal diagnosis who are predicted to have six months or less to live.
The language used to describe assisted suicide sounds compassionate and dignified—even noble. And certainly, compassion is needed in end-of-life scenarios. Those who’ve spent long hours by the bedside of a suffering loved one know how excruciating final moments can be. Sometimes, prayers for healing turn to prayers for God to mercifully end the suffering.
