Without this one, any others are without effect. Quality of Life . Many of us mistakenly believe that life is life only when it is healthy and comfortable. But God knows better. As C. S. Lewis remarked, this fullness of experience is so necessary to our souls that 'perpetual springtime is not allowed'.
Modern pain killing medicines offer most dying patients relief.
Avoidance of pain as a reason for mercy killing is an ineffective medical argument. As Christians, we believe God has a reason for everything under heaven, yes, even suffering. Many persons who are on their deathbed have been brought to Christ. Even more often, someone on their deathbed has brought someone else closer to Christ. And we cannot know if the Lord will cause a miracle to occur.