Introduction

Unexpected reality abounds in life. Nobody has ever been able to anticipate what will happen
to a human body. Chronic illnesses, in particular, make it difficult for anyone to maintain
their quality of life. A person weakened mentally and emotionally every day. When a person
has a sickness like euthanasia, it affects them emotionally, and the fact that they are
completely dependent on their family members to survive adds to their suffering. Making
such difficult choices is challenging for ethical, religious, and cultural reasons that may be in
conflict. One of the most serious issues that humans have to deal with is illness and suffering.
Man encounters his helplessness, his bounds, and his finitude in disease. Every illness can
cause us to think about dying (Tavish,2016).
George was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) in this case study. ALS is a
chronic disease that affects the brain and spinal cords nerve cells, and in certain rare cases, it
can cause death within two to three years. Here, the illness of George is examined from a
Christian perspective.
1. How would George interpret his suffering in light of the Christian narrative, with an
emphasis on the fallenness of the world?
George, who is in his mid-fifties, needs to be diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
(ALS), a chronic ailment, after noticing muscle weakness. George shares the common belief
in God. He believes in the presence of a god somewhere because he is from the Christian
society. Death, sorrow, and life are all a part of the life cycle. He is also aware that every
human life contains both good and evil demons. And only God have that unsurpassed great
power. Christianity holds that since sorrow has always accompanied human existence from
the beginning to the present, God must have created this world (Autunovic, 2021). What
happens to George's real life after death can be a complete mystery to him. He might be
considering his entire Christian faith, his impending death, how his life has affected him, and
how he has accomplished everything that living a human life has allowed him to accomplish.
2. How would George interpret his suffering in light of the Christian narrative, with an
emphasis on the hope of resurrection?
We are only human, and even Jesus experienced suffering prior to his death. Life is thought
to persist even after death. Human bodies pass away, but souls live forever. Since George is a
Christian, he may believe that although his body will eventually pass away, his spirit will live
forever. If he leads a decent life, he may experience rebirth into a new life; otherwise,
purgatory may decide that his soul belongs in hell. Because he is a devout Christian and has
not committed any sins, he may be considering resurrecting at some point. The majority of
Christian physicalists believe that after death, a person is formed from nothing at the
resurrection (Moreland, 2009).
3. As George contemplates life with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), how would
the Christian worldview inform his view about the value of his life as a person?
Due to the degenerative disease amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), which affects the
nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord, George will gradually lose his ability to carry out
daily activities on his own and will require assistance from others to survive. His ability
and social life will be reduced, and he will have to rely on his own mental activity and
abilities to survive.
 He may be considering God's punishments against him, yet God cherishes every human
life. God doesn't need to be discouraged because he has a proposal and an ultimate plan
for every aspect of human life. Although he may feel that his life is pointless, he has done
tremendous things by supporting and helping to establish his family. His family depends
on him, and his presence inspires the other members to lead better lives. Christianity
holds that God will test us by putting us through hardships, but this does not imply that
God despises us. He is both the maker and the destroyer. And all we are doing is carrying
out what God has preordained for us to do. Therefore, hold onto your hope and trust in
God.

4. What sorts of values and considerations would the Christian worldview focus on in
deliberating about whether or not George should option for euthanasia?
According to the Christian worldview, killing is wrong, and euthanasia is a form of murder
because it slowly destroys the human body. Therefore, no one should choose euthanasia
because the Bible does not permit the taking of a person's life. These kinds of suffering are
intended to help us learn life's lessons. Principles like respect for autonomy, non-maleficence,
fairness, and beneficence might be used to define George's predicament. Christianity respects
everyone, hence George's decision to undergo euthanasia without disrespecting his life or his
body must be respected. Since euthanasia results in the death of a body, Christianity prohibits
it as a non-benevolent act. George should accept the body's natural dismissal rather than
diagnose it in order to uphold Christian justice. Despite any religious involvement, medical
professionals should respect George's diagnosis and decision.
5. Given the above, what options would be morally justified in the Christian worldview
for George and why?
Positive responses ensures that we will experience paranormal events. Christian
acknowledges that a few outstanding miracles happen frequently in daily life. As a Christian,
George may achieve unthinkable outcomes by taking his medication and pleading with
healing services to help him recover from his terrible illness. Some Christians advised against
using health services or getting prescription drugs because they were against Christianity.
However, God reveals the path or paths that are optimal for human survival. God created life,
so who knows whether God hasn't also shown us how to live through medicine and treatment.
Nowhere in the Bible does it say that Christians shouldn't use medications or seek treatment
at a hospital. George is certain to have ALS, a disorder with no known cure that will destroy
his nerve cells. This prevents him from engaging in the daily activities he used to do and
prevents him from moving from one place to another successfully without assistance. George
has opted for careful elimination since he would prefer not to undergo as much experience as
he could bear. Since euthanasia involves the physical death of a person, Christianity cannot
accept it. God grants us the opportunity to live till our expected deaths. George is suffering a
great deal because he knows there is no cure for his illness, and the medications can only help
to lessen the effects of the illness on the body. When God created us, He never thought we
should experience any kind of suffering, see our loved ones and family members go through
hardships, or witness our violent deaths. We typically spend some time and consider the
results of our decisions before making them. Making a moment of dread also plays a crucial
role in the decision-making process. In this case, well-meaning eradication would be
equivalent to ending everything. The family would be left so hurt and, surprise, discouraged
by George's murderous death. He should be able to handle the challenging circumstances
thanks to his confidence and support from his family.
6. Based on your worldview, what decision would you make if you were in George’s
situation?
Expectations and surprising realities abound throughout human life. George is merely one of
the many different types of people. Many people must endure these types of chronic illnesses,
like George's, for which the only possible outcome is death. Since God has given us the
priceless gift of life, I try to savour every moment. Euthanasia is a killer disease. I can do
nothing except concede to that fact. I review the treatments and medical offers after being
told I have a few more years to live. It is reported that some people live longer than ten years,
or that a miracle may occur and they continue to live after that, but no one has proven it. I'm
not in a haste to die, but I do hope that it won't be today. I always have the love, support, and
care of my family, so there's no need to hurry up and die. My family, neighbors, and relatives'
support and attentiveness will have an impact on my decision regarding my diagnosis. Our
lives don't just center on us. Everyone in the world depends on us to be alive, including our
family, friends, and neighbors. Due to the sorrow of losing a beloved family member,
families will kill patients nearby. Because the clinical definition of death changed to include
mental demise rather than a heartbeat, some families have chosen to continue providing
support for their friends and relatives in an effort to effectively keep them alive. Before
making any poor decisions, we should be able to recognize that the conditions in our lives are
not private. To lessen the causes of death, every effort should be made. When saving a life,
there should be no space for error because life is a priceless gift.

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