Don't pray for healing if the person doesn't ask for it!
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The Bible is full of stories of Jesus healing people, including restoring sight to the blind.
But when should we pray for healing - and when is the most Christlike response simply to listen, support and walk alongside someone with a disability?
Ahead of Sight Loss Sunday, Lydia spoke to Sheila Armstrong, trustee of Torch Trust, about how the Church is supporting blind people well, and where we still have work to do.
Released on 8 Oct 2026
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