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10 Hours to Live: A True Story of Healing and Supernatural Living
“I give him ten hours to live.”
That’s what the doctor said after diagnosing twenty-two-year-old Brian Wills with one of the deadliest and fastest-growing cancers, known as Burkitt’s lymphoma. Incredibly, this rare tumor grew from the size of a golf ball to nine inches in diameter in only three days.
Thus began Brian’s life-threatening battle—both physical and spiritual—to receive a full recovery by focusing on God’s powerful promises of healing. Through his incredible, true-life testimony of healing against all odds, find out how you 10 Hours to Live includes many other testimonies of people who have been supernaturally healed by the power of God.
That’s what the doctor said after diagnosing twenty-two-year-old Brian Wills with one of the deadliest and fastest-growing cancers, known as Burkitt’s lymphoma. Incredibly, this rare tumor grew from the size of a golf ball to nine inches in diameter in only three days.
Thus began Brian’s life-threatening battle—both physical and spiritual—to receive a full recovery by focusing on God’s powerful promises of healing. Through his incredible, true-life testimony of healing against all odds, find out how you 10 Hours to Live includes many other testimonies of people who have been supernaturally healed by the power of God.
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208 pages, Paperback
First published April 1, 2010
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June 13, 2023
Brian Wills was given just ten hours to live when diagnosed with Burkitt's Lymphoma, a highly aggressive and fast-developing cancer.
There's a cascade of miracles in this book. Not only does Brian survive the explosive growth of the cancer, he also survives a course of treatment later found to be lethal in several different ways, as well as the relentless onslaughts of psychiatrists determined to break through his denial that he was dying. The treatment should have left him sterile, but he went on to marry and have children. He was told he would never completely recover his health, but he went on to fulfill his dream of playing tennis in European championships.
Brian testifies to God's power of healing in the face of stupendous obstacles. After describing the events surrounding his escape from death and his return, he outlines the practical steps he took.
(1) Have faith in God.
(2) Attend to God's Word.
(3) Understand the significance of words.
(4) Know that healing was purchased on Calvary.
(5) Listen and obey.
(6) Win the battle.
(7) Create an atmosphere for God.
(8) Be steadfast.
(9) Have a vision for victory.
(10) Make plans.
(11) Pray the prayer of faith.
(12) Faith, Medicine and Doctors: Affirm your ultimate source.
In Proverbs 4:22, the Hebrew word for health is also medicine. (p89)
Some people mistake personal prophecy for the hearing of God's Word. (p91)
God watches over His word to perform it, so when we speak words that line up with His words, He will watch over and perform them. (p103)
The Greek word patience in Hebrews 6:12 is also perseverance. (p133)
We are qualified. "The Father... has qualified us to be partakers of the inheritance of the saints in the light." (Colossians 1:12) (p146)
It's a mistake to pray the prayer of consecration (Jesus' prayer in Gethsemane, which includes the words, "if it is possible, let this cup pass from Me") as part of the prayer of healing for the sick. (p172) The prayer of consecration is to be prayed anytime you are unsure of God's will. But the prayer of faith is what is required for healing. (p174f)
Some people forget their ultimate source of healing is God. Others feel going to a doctor or taking medicine shows lack of faith. (p179)
There's a cascade of miracles in this book. Not only does Brian survive the explosive growth of the cancer, he also survives a course of treatment later found to be lethal in several different ways, as well as the relentless onslaughts of psychiatrists determined to break through his denial that he was dying. The treatment should have left him sterile, but he went on to marry and have children. He was told he would never completely recover his health, but he went on to fulfill his dream of playing tennis in European championships.
Brian testifies to God's power of healing in the face of stupendous obstacles. After describing the events surrounding his escape from death and his return, he outlines the practical steps he took.
(1) Have faith in God.
(2) Attend to God's Word.
(3) Understand the significance of words.
(4) Know that healing was purchased on Calvary.
(5) Listen and obey.
(6) Win the battle.
(7) Create an atmosphere for God.
(8) Be steadfast.
(9) Have a vision for victory.
(10) Make plans.
(11) Pray the prayer of faith.
(12) Faith, Medicine and Doctors: Affirm your ultimate source.
In Proverbs 4:22, the Hebrew word for health is also medicine. (p89)
Some people mistake personal prophecy for the hearing of God's Word. (p91)
God watches over His word to perform it, so when we speak words that line up with His words, He will watch over and perform them. (p103)
The Greek word patience in Hebrews 6:12 is also perseverance. (p133)
We are qualified. "The Father... has qualified us to be partakers of the inheritance of the saints in the light." (Colossians 1:12) (p146)
It's a mistake to pray the prayer of consecration (Jesus' prayer in Gethsemane, which includes the words, "if it is possible, let this cup pass from Me") as part of the prayer of healing for the sick. (p172) The prayer of consecration is to be prayed anytime you are unsure of God's will. But the prayer of faith is what is required for healing. (p174f)
Some people forget their ultimate source of healing is God. Others feel going to a doctor or taking medicine shows lack of faith. (p179)
December 6, 2022
Disclaimer: I did actually put this book down before I finished it.
I couldn’t do it anymore.
It was given to me by someone at my church; generally I wouldn’t pick up a book like this, but I figured I’d give it a go since it was here.
The first ~third of the book is the guy’s story. A bit of a theatrical story, and what I would consider a little over the top in his strict regime, but whatever floats your boat, dude.
So it was out there, but it was interesting enough. Then it gets weird.
The last 2/3ish of the book is a literal step by step guide on getting God to heal you. Ummmmm what?
First off, God isn’t a genie in the sky granting wishes.
But most importantly, in the first step or two the author actually seriously uses the old “if ____ isn’t/wasn’t healed, they don’t/didn’t have enough faith for it” which there is no Biblical basis for.
Hence the low review. I did read around 3/4 of the book before just not picking it up again bc I hate wasting my time.
I couldn’t do it anymore.
It was given to me by someone at my church; generally I wouldn’t pick up a book like this, but I figured I’d give it a go since it was here.
The first ~third of the book is the guy’s story. A bit of a theatrical story, and what I would consider a little over the top in his strict regime, but whatever floats your boat, dude.
So it was out there, but it was interesting enough. Then it gets weird.
The last 2/3ish of the book is a literal step by step guide on getting God to heal you. Ummmmm what?
First off, God isn’t a genie in the sky granting wishes.
But most importantly, in the first step or two the author actually seriously uses the old “if ____ isn’t/wasn’t healed, they don’t/didn’t have enough faith for it” which there is no Biblical basis for.
Hence the low review. I did read around 3/4 of the book before just not picking it up again bc I hate wasting my time.
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June 6, 2013
This is a very good book. it reminded me that God is the best doctor you can have. it is all about FAITH!!! Great book
July 6, 2025
There is some problematic theology here. He says that God does not heal based on what you do, but then says that basically if you align yourself with and believe God’s word you’ll be healed. God alone chooses whether or not to heal someone. His reasons are his own and aren’t always apparent this side of heaven.
But this wasn’t the biggest problem. He describes the doctors like poorly written two dimensional characters out of a dime novel. Having experience with organizations like the NIH, the description of a doctor pounding on the bedsheets out of frustration because he wouldn’t accept he was going to die simply does not ring true. Are there atheist doctors and health care workers? I’m sure there are a few, but I have not met any, much less one with the expertise and experience required to work at the NIH who hasn’t seen unexplained healing many times. Further, a doctor at a facility where most of the patients are terminal who would get visibly angry because a patient refused to accept they were dying wouldn’t last a day. Nurses would report him and he’d be gone.
But this wasn’t the biggest problem. He describes the doctors like poorly written two dimensional characters out of a dime novel. Having experience with organizations like the NIH, the description of a doctor pounding on the bedsheets out of frustration because he wouldn’t accept he was going to die simply does not ring true. Are there atheist doctors and health care workers? I’m sure there are a few, but I have not met any, much less one with the expertise and experience required to work at the NIH who hasn’t seen unexplained healing many times. Further, a doctor at a facility where most of the patients are terminal who would get visibly angry because a patient refused to accept they were dying wouldn’t last a day. Nurses would report him and he’d be gone.
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October 25, 2021
Amazing
Absolutely amazing. This book shows so much inside on what this family went through but not only that just how exactly they handle ever situation they faced with prayer and seeking Gods guidence . how he breaks it down for someone to understand and even learn from for their own personal experience s. I would recommend this to anyone not just anyone with health problems but simply everyone because everyone can gain something from this book.
Absolutely amazing. This book shows so much inside on what this family went through but not only that just how exactly they handle ever situation they faced with prayer and seeking Gods guidence . how he breaks it down for someone to understand and even learn from for their own personal experience s. I would recommend this to anyone not just anyone with health problems but simply everyone because everyone can gain something from this book.
September 30, 2021
Helped me realise that we don't have to be one sided with healing. E.g. only doctors and medicine or only the Word; we can do both. Most importantly we need to be hearing Papa as he knows exactly what we need to do in each situation. :)
December 16, 2017
Read this twice now. It is brilliant.
September 7, 2018
5 Stars for the wisdom and biblical truths in this book. There is so much advice for praying over illness and solidifying your faith.
2 Stars for writing. Averages out to a 3 Star read for me!
2 Stars for writing. Averages out to a 3 Star read for me!
June 20, 2021
From the Heart
The author from start to finish shows an wavering faith in God in the valley and on the mountain top!
The author from start to finish shows an wavering faith in God in the valley and on the mountain top!
April 30, 2014
Simply profound. I don't think I could do it justice with a review. I highly recommend this for anyone facing sickness of any kind. It's not bogged down with complicated theology, just straightforward Bible truths with the author's experience to prove it. Or more like his experiences to prove the reality of the promises God has made. Deeply encouraged by this one.
September 13, 2023
Wonderful story of God’s healing power for us all
What a remarkable story about God’s redemptive power over sin and over our bodily infirmities. Everyone should read this book! So enlightening and uplifting! I highly recommend.
What a remarkable story about God’s redemptive power over sin and over our bodily infirmities. Everyone should read this book! So enlightening and uplifting! I highly recommend.
April 13, 2012
I am a survivor of Burkitt's Lymphoma, which is why I was drawn to this book in the first place. It was a very inspiring story, but just too much of a religious tone for me.
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