would deal with an addict parent who neglects their child. This double standard raises further questions about the legality and consequences of faith healing. The biggest problem the government faces in making a decision about faith healing is the question of where to draw the line. If the government allows parents to use religion as an excuse to kill their children, what other acts can we justify with religion? If we apply the same reasoning to other cases, mass murderers might continue to shoot and then use religion as an excuse. If we allow religion and God's instructions to become a defense, then we will open the door for all murderers to find an escape route from the trial. When viewed from the perspective of a Christian Scientist, even the death of a child could be seen as a message from God. Many parents believe that losing their children and having them go to be with God is a much better alternative than disobeying the Bible and receiving medical care. Those who practice the Christian Science faith believe that what they are doing is completely right in the eyes of God...